macOS launcher • menu bar native

Control your Mac's apps with precision and style.

A floating, keyboard-driven launchpad that keeps every app one gesture away. Fine-tune spacing, hotkeys, menu bar presence, and more—without losing the soul of macOS.

macOS 13+ Native macOS app Menu bar optional
Launchtastic floating window showcasing organized app grid
Floating window mode with rich categories and folders.

Why Launchtastic

Designed for flow, built for power.

A rethought launch experience that reduces friction, respects muscle memory, and looks incredible on any desktop.

Global hotkeys

Assign Command + Control + Space, Command + Option + Return, or any supported combo for instant access without lifting your fingers.

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Swipe navigation

Navigate pages with two-finger swipes or your mouse wheel—Launchtastic responds with fluid, low-latency transitions tuned for macOS gestures.

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Drag & drop layout

Reorder icons, move apps between pages, and drop one app onto another to build folders on the fly.

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Instant folders

Keep project stacks together—rename, organize, and reopen folders with smooth animations and keyboard focus.

Menu bar & login control

Toggle the menu bar icon or enable launch-at-login from Settings so Launchtastic is available exactly when you want it.

Guided onboarding

Six quick cards teach every superpower.

Launchtastic’s welcome tour mirrors the core experience—gestures, drag-and-drop, folders, hotkeys, and menu bar controls are all demoed before you dive in.

  • Get a visual overview the moment you launch.
  • Learn how to swipe between pages with trackpad or mouse.
  • See drag-and-drop rearranging in context.
  • Master instant folder creation by hovering one app over another.
  • Pick a global hotkey and navigate entirely from the keyboard.
  • Discover menu bar and auto-start controls for background access.

Focus mode

Float above every desktop, or go immersive full-screen.

Switch between floating window and full-screen modes instantly. Rounded corners, soft shadows, and adaptive blur make Launchtastic blend seamlessly with any wallpaper.

  • Detects the active display automatically
  • Beautiful material backgrounds with depth
  • Remembers your layout between scans
  • Swipe with a trackpad or scroll wheel to move between pages effortlessly

Automation

Automate the boring parts.

Auto-rescan library folders, export/import layouts, and launch Launchtastic on login. Spend less time managing icons and more time launching apps.

Smart Library

Point Launchtastic at any folder. Default and custom directories stay in sync thanks to background FSEvents monitoring.

Layout backups

Save your perfect setup. Export straight to disk and bring it back with a single import.

Welcome on demand

Re-open the onboarding tour whenever you need a refresher on shortcuts and gestures.

Launch at login

Keep Launchtastic primed after every restart with the built-in login item toggle and optional menu bar controls.

Loved by power users

Crafted with feedback from teams who ship.

“Launchtastic replaced Alfred for app launching on my Mac. It’s the perfect balance of visuals and pure speed.”
Elena M.
Lead Designer, Studio North
“The optional menu bar icon is genius. I keep it off during focus sessions and pop it back on when I’m in support mode.”
Chase I.
Product Engineer, Nimbus
“Importing my layout after a clean install took seconds. This is the launcher I wish Apple shipped.”
Morgan M.
macOS Consultant

Pricing

Available now on the Mac App Store.

Own Launchtastic for a one-time purchase and receive all forthcoming updates. Buy securely through the Mac App Store checkout you already trust.

Universal keyboard shortcut Folder organization Menu bar toggle Layout export/import
Buy on Mac App Store

Ready to launch?

Purchase Launchtastic on the Mac App Store and unlock a polished launcher that stays in sync across every desktop.

Works on Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. Requires macOS Ventura or later.