What is Launch?
Launch is a script runner that puts automation at your fingertips. With a global keyboard shortcut, you can execute scripts that run commands or automate repetitive tasks anywhere on your computer.
It's always available, fast, and completely customizable to your workflow.
Key Features
Quick Launch
Press ⌥ + Space (or define your own shortcut) from anywhere to instantly show the launcher.
Scripts
Use the built-in scripts, modify them, or create your own. Scripts are just JavaScript which can run on any machine.
Git Sync
Sync your script collection across devices via Git. Share scripts with your team or keep them backed up privately.
Native UI
Built with 100% native macOS interface elements. Smooth animations, proper keyboard navigation, and system integration.
Autocomplete
Smart autocomplete for script names and arguments. Tab completion and inline help make scripts discoverable.
One Time Purchase
$12 USD, no subscription necessary, includes all updates for version 1.
Built-in Scripts
- app – Opens an application by name
- browse – Opens the file browser at the current or supplied directory
- calc – Performs arithmetic calculations
- cd – Changes the current working directory
- code – Opens a code editor, optionally with a supplied path
- copy – Copies files with wildcards
- delete – Deletes files with wildcards
- dict – Looks up a word in Wiktionary
- emoji – Searches for emojis by name or keyword
- file – Finds files with wildcards
- list – Lists files in a directory
- mkdir – Makes a directory
- mkfile – Makes a file
- move – Moves files with wildcards
- notes – Adds a note or shows recent journal entries
- run – Runs any command in the shell and shows its output
- search – Searches file contents
- term – Opens a terminal at the current or supplied directory
- timer – Sets a timer for a specified number of minutes
- unicode – Searches for Unicode characters by name or codepoint
- web – Opens the browser with a Google search for the given expression
- wiki – Looks up a topic in Wikipedia
Slash Commands
- /scripts – Lists all available scripts
- /browse – Opens the scripts folder in the file browser
- /code – Opens the scripts folder in the code editor
- /term – Opens the scripts folder in the terminal
Editing Scripts
Launch makes it easy to create custom scripts that integrate with your workflow.
Scripts are just JavaScript that is compiled into executable mini-programs.
Scripts can accept arguments and display output. With autocomplete and built-in help, your scripts become self-documenting tools.
Privacy & Security
Your scripts run locally on your machine. Launch doesn't send your commands or data to any external servers. Scripts must be approved for running after any change has been made.
System Requirements
- macOS 26.0 (Tahoe) or later
- Apple Silicon Mac