Refbox

Tired of the constant alt-tabbing and window switching that disrupts your creative flow? Meet Refbox, the ultimate floating reference app designed specifically for artists, designers, animators, and creators who need their inspiration right at their fingertips! Refbox keeps your reference materials visible and accessible, allowing you to pin images, GIFs, videos, and notes in resizable frames that float above your primary work applications like Photoshop, Blender, or Figma. With Refbox, you can say goodbye to cluttered folders and lost momentum! It centralizes your inspiration into a sleek, organized sidebar, enabling you to view everything in a beautiful Masonry Mode or a full-screen Gallery for additional monitor space. Plus, you can add markdown-enabled notes for ideas and checklists, save clickable bookmarks to tutorials, and scrub through videos frame-by-frame. With the ability to create multiple collections for various projects, Refbox transforms your chaotic reference process into a streamlined workflow. Designed for professionals who cannot afford distractions, Refbox is your essential upgrade for faster, more accurate, and more inspired creation!

Floating Reference Frames

Refbox allows you to pin your references in always-on-top frames that float above any application you are working in, ensuring your inspiration is always within reach!

Masonry Mode & Full-Screen Gallery

View your references in a stunning Masonry Mode or switch to a full-screen Gallery for an immersive experience. This makes it easy to compare visuals and keep your creativity flowing!

Markdown-Enabled Notes

Never lose track of your ideas! Refbox lets you add markdown-enabled notes, complete with styling options and checklists, ensuring your thoughts are organized and readily accessible.

Instant Collection Switching

Manage multiple projects effortlessly! With Refbox, you can create and switch between various collections instantly, allowing you to focus on what matters most without any interruptions.

Streamlined Design Workflow

Graphic designers can keep all their reference materials—such as color palettes, typography samples, and layout inspirations—visible in one place, enhancing their workflow and creativity!

Enhanced Animation Process

Animators benefit from having reference images and videos floating above their animation software, allowing them to reference movement and styles without breaking their flow or losing focus.

Efficient UI/UX Development

UI and UX designers can quickly access design inspirations, user flow diagrams, and feedback notes while working on their applications, making it easier to iterate and improve their designs.

Comprehensive Moodboarding

Photographers and creatives can effortlessly gather and display a variety of images, GIFs, and notes for moodboarding, leading to a more cohesive vision for their projects without the hassle of constant switching.

How does Refbox integrate with other applications?

Refbox floats above any application, providing seamless access to your references while you work without interrupting your creative process.

Can I use Refbox on multiple monitors?

Absolutely! Refbox can be utilized on multiple monitors, allowing you to take full advantage of its full-screen Gallery mode for a more immersive experience.

Is there a mobile version of Refbox?

Currently, Refbox is designed for desktop use, ensuring that creatives have the most efficient and distraction-free experience while working on their projects.

What types of media can I store in Refbox?

Refbox supports images, GIFs, videos, notes, and even clickable bookmarks, making it a versatile tool for storing all your references in one convenient location.