"Portable Address Book" is a shell script that opens a local copy of the Address Book using cards, groups, and preferences. It allows users to manage their contacts and information and access them through the script with ease.
Portable Address Book is a software application that allows users to open a local copy of their Address Book using cards, groups, and preferences stored within the application bundle. In order to accomplish this, the application temporarily renames certain folders and files, including those found within the ~/Library/Application Support/AddressBook and ~/Library/Cash/com.apple.AddressBook directories, and creates a symlink to the portable versions.
It should be noted that the use of Portable Address Book requires the Platypus and CocoaDialog applications in order to be compiled from source. Additionally, users should be aware that any passwords or data stored within the Keychain are not portable due to the nature of the application.
Overall, Portable Address Book offers a convenient way to take important contact data with you on-the-go. Thanks to its portable functionality and simple design, this app is a great choice for anyone looking to access their Address Book easily, no matter where they are.
It should be noted that the use of Portable Address Book requires the Platypus and CocoaDialog applications in order to be compiled from source. Additionally, users should be aware that any passwords or data stored within the Keychain are not portable due to the nature of the application.
Overall, Portable Address Book offers a convenient way to take important contact data with you on-the-go. Thanks to its portable functionality and simple design, this app is a great choice for anyone looking to access their Address Book easily, no matter where they are.
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