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Pure Swift, zero dependencies, ~36 MB memory.\n\n![macOS 14+](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-14%2B-blue)\n![Swift](https://img.shields.io/badge/Swift-5.9-orange)\n![License](https://img.shields.io/badge/License-MIT-green)\n[![GitHub release](https://img.shields.io/github/v/release/vorojar/QuickLaunch)](https://github.com/vorojar/QuickLaunch/releases)\n\n![QuickLaunch Screenshot](screenshots/main.png)\n\n## Why QuickLaunch?\n\nmacOS Launchpad lacks pinyin search, category-based organization, context menus, and customizable hotkeys. 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Download the latest [QuickLaunch.dmg](https://github.com/vorojar/QuickLaunch/releases/latest)\n2. Open the DMG and drag `QuickLaunch.app` to Applications folder\n3. Double-click to launch\n\n## Usage\n\n| Action | How |\n|--------|-----|\n| Open Launchpad | `Cmd+Shift+Space` or click status bar icon |\n| Close Launchpad | `Esc` or click outside |\n| Launch App | Click on app icon |\n| Search | Start typing |\n| Quick Launch | Type and press `Enter` |\n| Create Folder | Drag one app onto another |\n| Rename Folder | Click folder to open, then click name |\n| Reorder Apps | Drag and drop |\n| Delete Mode | Long press on any app |\n| Context Menu | Right-click on app |\n\n## Performance\n\n| Metric | Value |\n|--------|-------|\n| App Size | 1.3 MB |\n| DMG Size | 454 KB |\n| Memory | ~36 MB |\n| Idle CPU | 0.0% |\n| Dependencies | None |\n\nPure Swift, zero external dependencies. Icons are pre-rendered at launch for instant display with no frame drops.\n\n## System Requirements\n\n- macOS 14.0 (Sonoma) or later\n- Apple Silicon or Intel Mac\n\n## Build from Source\n\n```bash\n# Clone the repository\ngit clone https://github.com/vorojar/QuickLaunch.git\ncd QuickLaunch\n\n# Build and create app bundle + DMG\n./scripts/build.sh\n\n# Run\nopen QuickLaunch.app\n```\n\n## Data Storage\n\nUser data is stored in `~/Library/Application Support/QuickLaunch/`:\n\n- `grid_layout.json` - App arrangement and folders\n- `usage_stats.json` - App usage statistics\n- `hidden_apps.json` - Apps removed from Launchpad\n\n## License\n\nMIT License\n\n## Links\n\n- [Website](https://vorojar.github.io/QuickLaunch)\n- [Releases](https://github.com/vorojar/QuickLaunch/releases)\n- [Homebrew Cask](https://github.com/Homebrew/homebrew-cask/pull/247853)\n\n---\n\n**Keywords:** macOS launcher, Launchpad alternative, Mac app launcher, macOS application launcher, Swift macOS app, pinyin search launcher, Launchpad replacement\n","project_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/projects/github.com%2Fvorojar%2Fquicklaunch","html_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/projects/github.com%2Fvorojar%2Fquicklaunch","lists_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/projects/github.com%2Fvorojar%2Fquicklaunch/lists"}