TabLauncher
Universal version latest seen at v2.9.6 · Reported by 17 Macs in the community.
All sighted native versions (2):
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TabLauncher is a lightweight application launcher utility for macOS that helps users quickly find and launch favorite programs, web pages, folders, and files. It runs in the menu bar and prioritizes minimal resource consumption while offering extensive customization options including color schemes, background images, transparency levels, and animations. The app is especially useful for power users and frequent application switchers who want a faster alternative to Spotlight or the Dock. TabLauncher also supports AppleScript for automation and workflow integration.
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1 suggestionA native Apple Silicon (Universal Binary) version of TabLauncher has been confirmed running on real Macs in the Rosetta Check community. Anyone still running an older Intel-only build under Rosetta should update to the latest version, which will run natively on M-series Macs and use noticeably less CPU and battery resources. The simplest way to update is through the Mac App Store where TabLauncher is listed, or download the current release directly from the developer.
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