In this video, I’m sharing 8 free (or free-to-use) apps, extensions, and websites that I genuinely think make student life easier—especially if you do most of your work on a desktop or Mac. These are the little tools that help my workflow feel smoother: from making online readings less painful, to keeping my calendar visible without opening a million windows, to making my browser feel a bit more fun and motivating while I study. I walk through a mix of productivity and “study ambiance” picks: AlphaText for readable web text, Idenati (this video is sponsored by them) for student-friendly resources, ItsyCal for a simple Mac menu bar calendar, and a couple of cute Chrome new-tab extensions (Coffeelings and Tabby Cat) that make opening tabs feel less draining. Then I get into Mac multitasking with Tiles, quick keyboard shortcut help with CheatSheet, and a Touch Bar Timer for staying on track during study sessions. If you’re trying to build a clean, aesthetic setup that still helps you get things done, these are easy wins to try.