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LaunchNest for Mac
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macOS 14 or later · Apple silicon and Intel
Download LaunchNest
All releasesCheck GitHub Releases for public installers.
Other downloads
For a chip-specific build, check Apple menu → About This Mac. If unsure, choose Universal when available.
Install and open LaunchNest
- Choose an installer. The Universal DMG works on both kinds of Mac.
- Open the .dmg or unzip the .zip, then move LaunchNest to Applications.
- Open LaunchNest once from Applications. Then press ⌥ Space or click the LaunchNest icon in the menu bar.
Shortcut not working?
Make sure LaunchNest is running. Use the menu bar icon to open the launcher. If another app uses Option–Space, open LaunchNest settings and record a different shortcut.
Find, arrange, and launch
Make the grid yours
Adjust rows, columns, and icon size. Drag to reorder, hover over another icon to make a folder, or hold Option to enter edit mode.
Open it your way
Use a custom shortcut, a screen corner, or a trackpad pinch. LaunchNest follows your active display. Swipe with two fingers or use the arrow keys to change pages.
Change the backdrop
Choose a built-in theme, follow your wallpaper, or use your own image. Adjust the blur to keep app labels easy to read.
Back up your layout
In Settings → Backup & Restore, export your layout to a file. Restore folders and app order later, with appearance settings included if you choose.
Keep your app list tidy
New apps appear automatically. Right-click to show an app in Finder, hide it, or review its files before uninstalling. Restore hidden apps in Settings.