AirVolume

AirVolume is a super handy utility for macOS that makes adjusting your sound level a breeze. You can use the volume keys while streaming media through AirPlay without needing to switch back to iTunes. How cool is that? This app works quietly in the background, so you hardly have to lift a finger!

Easy Access and Setup

When you install AirVolume, it pops a small icon in your status bar. This little guy helps you get to its Preferences panel quickly. Here, you can set it up to launch when you log in, check for updates automatically, and even decide if you want the status bar menu visible or not.

User-Friendly Experience

If you turn off the menu option, don't worry! The app's icon will still show briefly when you open it or when it launches automatically. Since AirVolume doesn't need any extra clicks from you to do its thing, adding it to your login items makes the menu almost pointless.

Smart Volume Control

One of the neat features of AirVolume is that it knows when AirPlay is on or if iTunes is using it. Only then does it take over control of your volume keys so you can easily adjust how loud or quiet your streamed media is.

No Hassle When Not Needed

If those conditions aren’t met—no AirPlay or iTunes running—AirVolume just sits back and lets you use your volume keys for regular system sounds. Plus, if you quit iTunes or stop streaming with AirPlay, the app disables itself automatically!

Simplifying Your Media Experience

Overall, AirVolume lets you control your streamed media's volume using your media keys without any confusing steps. It kicks into gear and turns off all by itself as soon as AirPlay is on! After setting it up once, you're good to go!