# LaunchNext

**Repository Path**: mirrors/LaunchNext

## Basic Information

- **Project Name**: LaunchNext
- **Description**: macOS Tahoe 移除了 Launchpad，新的界面很难用，也不能充分利用你的 Bio GPU
- **Primary Language**: Swift
- **License**: GPL-3.0
- **Default Branch**: main
- **Homepage**: https://www.oschina.net/p/launchnext
- **GVP Project**: No

## Statistics

- **Stars**: 1
- **Forks**: 0
- **Created**: 2025-10-12
- **Last Updated**: 2025-10-13

## Categories & Tags

**Categories**: os

**Tags**: None

## README

# LaunchNext

**Languages**: [English](README.md) | [中文](i18n/README.zh.md) | [日本語](i18n/README.ja.md) | [한국어](i18n/README.ko.md) | [Français](i18n/README.fr.md) | [Español](i18n/README.es.md) | [Deutsch](i18n/README.de.md) | [Русский](i18n/README.ru.md) | [हिन्दी](i18n/README.hi.md) | [Tiếng Việt](i18n/README.vi.md) | [Italiano](i18n/README.it.md) | [Čeština](i18n/README.cs.md)

## 📥 Download

**[Download here](https://github.com/RoversX/LaunchNext/releases/latest)** - Get the latest release

⭐ Consider starring [LaunchNext](https://github.com/RoversX/LaunchNext) and especially [LaunchNow](https://github.com/ggkevinnnn/LaunchNow)!

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MacOS Tahoe removed launchpad,and it's so hard to use, it's doesn't use your Bio GPU, please apple, at least give people an option to switch back. Before that, here is LaunchNext

*Built upon [LaunchNow](https://github.com/ggkevinnnn/LaunchNow) by ggkevinnnn - huge thanks to the original project! I hope this enhanced version can be merged back to the original repository*

*LaunchNow has chosen the GPL 3 license. LaunchNext follows the same licensing terms.*

⚠️ **If macOS blocks the app, run this in Terminal:**
```bash
sudo xattr -r -d com.apple.quarantine /Applications/LaunchNext.app
```
**Why**: I can't afford Apple's developer certificate ($99/year), so macOS blocks unsigned apps. This command removes the quarantine flag to let it run. **Only use this command on apps you trust.**

### What LaunchNext Delivers
- ✅ **One-click import from old system Launchpad** - directly reads your native Launchpad SQLite database (`/private$(getconf DARWIN_USER_DIR)com.apple.dock.launchpad/db/db`) to perfectly recreate your existing folders, app positions, and layout
- ✅ **Classic Launchpad experience** - works exactly like the beloved original interface
- ✅ **Multi-language support** - full internationalization with English, Chinese, Japanese, French, Spanish, German, and Russian
- ✅ **Hide icon labels** - clean, minimalist view when you don't need app names
- ✅ **Custom icon sizes** - adjust icon dimensions to fit your preferences
- ✅ **Smart folder management** - create and organize folders just like before
- ✅ **Instant search and keyboard navigation** - find apps quickly

### What We Lost in macOS Tahoe
- ❌ No custom app organization
- ❌ No user-created folders
- ❌ No drag-and-drop customization
- ❌ No visual app management
- ❌ Forced categorical grouping


### Data Storage
Application data is safely stored in:
```
~/Library/Application Support/LaunchNext/Data.store
```

### Native Launchpad Integration
Reads directly from the system Launchpad database:
```bash
/private$(getconf DARWIN_USER_DIR)com.apple.dock.launchpad/db/db
```

## Installation

### Requirements
- macOS 26 (Tahoe) or later
- Apple Silicon or Intel processor
- Xcode 26 (for building from source)

### Build from Source

1. **Clone the repository**
   ```bash
   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/LaunchNext.git
   cd LaunchNext
   ```

2. **Open in Xcode**
   ```bash
   open LaunchNext.xcodeproj
   ```

3. **Build and run**
   - Select your target device
   - Press `⌘+R` to build and run
   - Or `⌘+B` to build only

### Command Line Build

**Regular Build:**
```bash
xcodebuild -project LaunchNext.xcodeproj -scheme LaunchNext -configuration Release
```

**Universal Binary Build (Intel + Apple Silicon):**
```bash
xcodebuild -project LaunchNext.xcodeproj -scheme LaunchNext -configuration Release ARCHS="arm64 x86_64" ONLY_ACTIVE_ARCH=NO clean build
```

## Usage

### Getting Started
1. **First Launch**: LaunchNext automatically scans all installed applications
2. **Select**: Click to select apps, double-click to launch
3. **Search**: Type to instantly filter applications
4. **Organize**: Drag apps to create folders and custom layouts

### Import Your Launchpad
1. Open Settings (gear icon)
2. Click **"Import Launchpad"**
3. Your existing layout and folders are automatically imported


### Display Modes
- **Windowed**: Floating window with rounded corners
- **Fullscreen**: Full-screen mode for maximum visibility
- Switch modes in Settings

## Advanced Features

### Smart Background Interaction
- Intelligent click detection prevents accidental dismissal
- Context-aware gesture handling
- Search field protection

### Performance Optimization
- **Icon Caching**: Intelligent image caching for smooth scrolling
- **Lazy Loading**: Efficient memory usage
- **Background Scanning**: Non-blocking app discovery

### Multi-Display Support
- Automatic screen detection
- Per-display positioning
- Seamless multi-monitor workflows

## Troubleshooting

### Common Issues

**Q: App won't start?**
A: Ensure macOS 26.0+ and check system permissions.

## Contributing

We welcome contributions! Please:

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch (`git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature`)
3. Commit changes (`git commit -m 'Add amazing feature'`)
4. Push to branch (`git push origin feature/amazing-feature`)
5. Open a Pull Request

### Development Guidelines
- Follow Swift style conventions
- Add meaningful comments for complex logic
- Test on multiple macOS versions
- Maintain backward compatibility

## The Future of App Management

As Apple moves away from customizable interfaces, LaunchNext represents the community's commitment to user control and personalization. I hope apple cound bring launchpad back.

**LaunchNext** isn't just a Launchpad replacement—it's a statement that user choice matters.


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**LaunchNext** - Reclaim Your App Launcher 🚀

*Built for macOS users who refuse to compromise on customization.*

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- OpenAI Codex Cli
- Perplexity
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