Hey all,

I’ve been working on a little Mac app called Wimi (Window Manager Improved) for a while now and figured I’d share it here.

It’s kind of a hybrid of an app switcher, Stage Manager and a tiling window manager. You rest your mouse at the edge of the screen (or hit a shortcut) and a drawer slides in. It shows all your open windows with live previews, and from there you can switch between them or drag them into layouts like halves, thirds and main + side. There’s also search, an app launcher, an emoji picker and an optional clipboard history in the same drawer.

Honestly the biggest thing I’ve learned is that window management is way harder than I expected. A lot of the time something just feels off and I can’t say why until I’ve used it for a few days. So it’s been a lot of small tweaks.

A few people have been testing it already, and that’s helped a ton, so thanks if that was you.

I still haven’t decided whether it’ll end up paid, free or something in between. Right now I’m just enjoying building it.

You can download it here (signed and notarized, macOS 14+): https://github.com/nick-friedrich/wimi

I’d love to hear what feels weird or what you’d want from something like this. Bugs and complaints are welcome too.

Hey r/macapps , 

I just released Launchie 1.6.3 yet. It is the biggest release ever since the first version of Launchie back in September 2025.

The most important feature: It finally allows importing your existing grid from the original Launchpad, or from other Launchpad Replacements like LaunchOS or LaunchNext. If you need other import routes please let me know. 

Video Walkthrough: https://youtu.be/xEF4nDC7kEc (no sound)

Problem

Launchpad used to be a simple, visual way to open and organize apps on macOS. Since Apple removed it, there is no real built-in replacement for people who liked having an app grid, folders, and quick access to their installed apps.

Launchie brings that workflow back, but with more control:

• Launchpad-style app grid
• Folders and Spaces for organizing apps
• Drag and drop rearranging
• Keyboard shortcut, hot corner, app icon, or menu bar activation
• Customizable layout, window size, columns, Quick Access, hidden apps, and more

I built Launchie because I personally missed that workflow, and a lot of users seemed to feel the same.

Also the direct version brings some additional feature:

• Use F4 / Spotlight to open and close Launchie
• Use the 4 finger pinch to open/close Launchie
• Use a 3 finger swipe to open/close Launchie

Comparison

There are already other good apps in this space, including LaunchNext and LaunchOS.

Launchie’s focus is slightly different: I’m trying to keep the original Launchpad feeling, while adding deeper customization and a more native macOS-style experience. For example, Launchie supports folders, Spaces, drag-and-drop organization, Quick Access, hot corners, keyboard shortcuts, and a lot of layout options.

I’m also actively developing it based on user feedback. Many of the recent changes came directly from emails, DMs, and comments from users. I reply to feedback, and when an idea makes sense for the app, I try to implement it.

Pricing

US pricing:

• Lifetime: $14.99 
• Yearly: $7.99

Family Sharing is supported. On the non App Store version the price is the same. One license can be used for up to 5 Macs.

Mac App Store: Launchie on the Mac App Store

Launchie is also available via Homebrew (see https://launchie.app for more details)

Recent Updates:

• Apps and folders now shrink and fade as they scroll in and out of view, instead of being cut off at the edge. Turn it off in Settings > Appearance > Animate Icons at Edges.
• Opening and closing a folder is now a quick, clean fade instead of blending both grids on top of each other.
• Closing a folder now returns you to where you had scrolled, instead of jumping back to the top.
• Added importing your layout from macOS Launchpad, LaunchNext or LaunchOS. Your folders and app order carry over, and Launchpad's even survive the upgrade to macOS 26 or later. LaunchNext backups work too. Find it in the Getting Started guide or in Settings > Backup.
• Redesigned the Getting Started guide
• New installs now open Launchie with ⌥Space instead of ⌘K. Existing hotkeys stay as they are.
• Fixed switching to Maximized or Fullscreen needing two clicks. The window no longer flickers back to its windowed size after the first click.
• New installs start with a 80% × 80% window, and 30% background transparency and tint.
• New Pro option to hide app names, for a grid of icons only. Folder names stay, and hovering an app shows its name. Find it in Settings > Appearance > Hide App Names.
• Hidden apps can now show up in search if you want them to, marked with a crossed-out eye. Turn it on right under the search field whenever hidden apps match, or in Settings > Hidden Apps > Show Hidden Apps in Search.
• Switching Spaces with a two-finger swipe or a drag now follows your fingers like Launchpad: the next Space slides in alongside, and letting go early springs back.
• Direct download & Homebrew The trackpad pinch and three-finger swipe now open and close Launchie in step with your fingers, like Launchpad. Stop halfway and it waits; move back and it undoes.
• Direct download & Homebrew New Pro option: open Launchie with the Spotlight key (F4) instead of Spotlight, like the Launchpad key used to. The Launchpad key on older keyboards works too, and Spotlight stays on ⌘Space. Find it in Settings > General > Spotlight Key.
• After an update, Launchie now shows what's new once, with the highlights that apply to your version. "Changelog" opens the full list of changes for it.
• Fixed holding Option and scrolling a mouse wheel switching Spaces only once. It now keeps moving through Spaces as long as you keep scrolling, and no longer scrolls the grid in between.
• Fixed right-clicking an app in the List layout offering only "Add to Favorites". Apps now get the full menu (Rename, Hide, Spaces, Open in Finder, Create Folder, Send to Folder), and folders in the list get a right-click menu too.
• Fixed Quick Access flickering while you change a setting, such as dragging a slider. Apps with the same launch count kept swapping places; Most Used and Recent now keep a steady order.

Hey!

Was working the previous week a bit on omahub.dev and added the security features I wanted.

Example: https://omahub.dev/plugins/dizziee.auto-wallpaper

Hope the one or other checks it out to see how their own plugin is ranked 🥸

Also: Keep building!

Code for omahub.dev is also on github: https://github.com/nick-friedrich/omahub

Hey 👋

Just getting started with biking again after a long break. Usually always just drove what I had most of the time mountain bikes and it was okay.

Then this year I got this bike used. Has hydraulic brakes, slim tyres and I got a lot faster than on my heavy mountain bike of course.

But I am also not sure if this is the right bike for going 50+ km

I noticed for example that after longer runs my toes and my hands are getting pretty numb and also i feel like a did some amount of push ups (I didn’t) but my chest muscles are hurting. Stiff neck aswell.

I am 1,70 and when I use a calculator every site is telling me to get a 52cm bike (S) or even smaller and when I sit on these I feel like these are made for children 😂

What do you think 🤔

I don’t know how large this bike is actually

Hey!

I love riding bike and just was getting started again after a long long break because of knee problems, work and family and so on.

In my early to mid twenties i was riding a lot of bike and was running. Runtastic was my app of choice

Now I used the successor of runtastic aka Adidas Running for about a year for tracking my trainings. But it's not a very great experience .

The Apple Watch connection is not working really well, many trainings just don't record the bpm, battery drain and more things I reallly dislike.

Then I tried Strava. 12€ per month for pro? No apple watch and phone connection? Sorry I am out. Even if it is the go to app at least if I look into my social media feeds.

I also tried a few others but nothing clicked to me. With my background in software development I decided to do it on my own.

I am testing it already for a few months and I love it. Now it is also for free on the app store.

What was important for me:

• Speed, Heartrate etc. on my phone display with a map
• Seamless sync during workout between apple watch and phone
• Standalone training watch or phone possible
• Apple Health integration
• I also wanted to track my bikes distance so i added a bike odometer so i know which bike was droven how many km

I don't want to promote my app here (but I think I do) shamelessly, but I really think I made a good app for myself and just wanted to share it on here.

Here is the link if you want to check it out:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pacetastic/id6800471216

I know it's against the philosophy of a tiling window manager / omarchy but i made it anyways.

https://github.com/nick-friedrich/hyprland-dock

Still working on it, but it's working already. Installation etc. is a bit manual right now

macOS removed Launchpad. Launchie brings it back — and makes it more customizable.

Hi r/MacApps, I’m the developer of Launchie, a Mac App Store app built after Apple removed Launchpad from macOS.

Problem

Launchpad used to be a simple, visual way to open and organize apps on macOS. Since Apple removed it, there is no real built-in replacement for people who liked having an app grid, folders, and quick access to their installed apps.

Launchie brings that workflow back, but with more control:

• Launchpad-style app grid
• Folders and Spaces for organizing apps
• Drag and drop rearranging
• Keyboard shortcut, hot corner, app icon, or menu bar activation
• Customizable layout, window size, columns, Quick Access, hidden apps, and more

I built Launchie because I personally missed that workflow, and a lot of users seemed to feel the same.

Comparison

There are already other good apps in this space, including LaunchNext and LaunchOS.

Launchie’s focus is slightly different: I’m trying to keep the original Launchpad feeling, while adding deeper customization and a more native macOS-style experience. For example, Launchie supports folders, Spaces, drag-and-drop organization, Quick Access, hot corners, keyboard shortcuts, and a lot of layout options.

I’m also actively developing it based on user feedback. Many of the recent changes came directly from emails, DMs, and comments from users. I reply to feedback, and when an idea makes sense for the app, I try to implement it.

Pricing

Launchie is currently on sale in August, with up to 50% off depending on your region.

US pricing:

• Lifetime: $14.99 instead of $29.99
• Yearly: $7.99 instead of $14.99

Family Sharing is supported.

Mac App Store: Launchie on the Mac App Store

Recent Updates

Launchie has improved a lot since the first version. Recent updates added or improved:

• Option to show Dock above fullscreen launcher
• Drag to Dock works now
• Big performance improvements
• Colored badges for spaces
• Quick access has no a favorites row
• Decide which displays should trigger hot corner.
• Option to disable Spaces entirely
• Drag and drop reordering for Spaces
• Larger grid support, now up to 20 columns
• Settings directly inside the Launchie window
• Better performance when opening and closing Launchie
• Quick Access improvements
• More options to hide or simplify header controls
• Remember Last Location setting
• Better folder behavior when dragging apps
• Improved search focus and keyboard handling

Full changelog is available on the App Store.

Thanks again to everyone who gave feedback so far. I’m extremely grateful for it 🙏

macOS removed Launchpad. Launchie brings it back — and makes it more customizable.

Hi r/MacApps, I’m the developer of Launchie, a Mac App Store app built after Apple removed Launchpad from macOS.

Problem

Launchpad used to be a simple, visual way to open and organize apps on macOS. Since Apple removed it, there is no real built-in replacement for people who liked having an app grid, folders, and quick access to their installed apps.

Launchie brings that workflow back, but with more control:

• Launchpad-style app grid
• Folders and Spaces for organizing apps
• Drag and drop rearranging
• Keyboard shortcut, hot corner, app icon, or menu bar activation
• Customizable layout, window size, columns, Quick Access, hidden apps, and more

I built Launchie because I personally missed that workflow, and a lot of users seemed to feel the same.

Comparison

There are already other good apps in this space, including LaunchNext and LaunchOS.

Launchie’s focus is slightly different: I’m trying to keep the original Launchpad feeling, while adding deeper customization and a more native macOS-style experience. For example, Launchie supports folders, Spaces, drag-and-drop organization, Quick Access, hot corners, keyboard shortcuts, and a lot of layout options.

I’m also actively developing it based on user feedback. Many of the recent changes came directly from emails, DMs, and comments from users. I reply to feedback, and when an idea makes sense for the app, I try to implement it.

Pricing

Launchie is currently on sale in July, with up to 45% off depending on your region.

US pricing:

• Lifetime: $17.99 instead of $29.99
• Yearly: $7.99 instead of $14.99

Family Sharing is supported.

Mac App Store: Launchie on the Mac App Store

Recent Updates

Launchie has improved a lot since the first version. Recent updates added or improved:

• Option to disable Spaces entirely
• Drag and drop reordering for Spaces
• Larger grid support, now up to 20 columns
• Settings directly inside the Launchie window
• Better performance when opening and closing Launchie
• Quick Access improvements
• More options to hide or simplify header controls
• Remember Last Location setting
• Better folder behavior when dragging apps
• Improved search focus and keyboard handling

Full changelog is available on the App Store.

Thanks again to everyone who gave feedback so far. I’m extremely grateful for it 🙏

Hey r/MacApps,

I'm the solo developer behind Launchie, a macOS app launcher built after Apple removed Launchpad (you might know it already from other posts in the past).

Problem: Launchie brings back a Launchpad-style app grid for macOS, with folders, spaces, drag & drop organization, hotkeys, hot corners, and customization.

Compare: Compared to alternatives like LaunchNext or LaunchOS, Launchie focuses on feeling close to the original Launchpad while adding more control: custom spaces, folder workflows, Quick Access, different opening methods, and deeper layout customization. I also actively respond to feedback and ship improvements based on what users ask for.

To celebrate the latest 1.5.0 update, I'm running a limited offer:

Lifetime Pro is $9.99 instead of $24.99.

You can claim the offer code here:
https://www.promies.net/promotion/6360fe3a-1ae4-4565-99f9-e51b571b70d8

You can then redeem the code in the Mac App Store.

App Store:
Launchie on the Mac App Store

Recent 1.5.0 highlights:

• New Getting Started guide
• Redesigned Settings inside the Launchie window
• Better performance when opening and closing Launchie
• Improved Quick Access options for Home, Spaces, and Folders
• Better hot corner behavior on multi-screen setups
• More organized settings sections

Changelog:
Full changelog is available in the Mac App Store release notes.

AI Disclaimer: Code Completion

I’d genuinely love feedback from Mac users who miss Launchpad or care about better app launching workflows.

Thanks for checking it out 🙏

Hey r/GenAiApps,

I'm the solo developer behind OffKit, an iPhone app designed to help people spend less time mindlessly scrolling.

After trying dozens of app blockers and screen-time apps, I kept running into the same problem: they were way too easy to bypass. One tap, and you're back on Reddit, TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube.

So I built OffKit.

To celebrate a recent update, I'm giving away OffKit Pro (Lifetime) for FREE to members of this community. No subscription. No trial. Yours forever.

What makes OffKit different?

📵 Block distracting apps before you open them

⏰ Scheduled focus sessions and daily limits

🚫 Hard-to-ignore blocking screens that interrupt doomscrolling

🎯 Designed specifically for social media, gaming, and other high-distraction apps

📊 Track your progress and screen-time habits

🔒 Privacy-friendly — no account required

Free Lifetime Giveaway

Normally $29.99 Lifetime for the Pro Version.

For people in this subreddit, I'm giving away a batch of Lifetime Pro codes.

Just comment below and upvote the post. I'll send you a personal redemption code and instructions while supplies last.

I'd also genuinely love feedback from people who actually care about productivity and building useful apps.

App Store: https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id6758268708?pt=127549691&ct=give-away&mt=8

I'll be around answering questions about the app, Screen Time APIs, app blocking on iOS, indie development, and anything else.

Thanks for checking it out 🙏

Hey,

my name is Nick and I made the app OffKit.

It is a appblocker that let's you block apps by scanning a QR code (that you can store in another room then or leave at home)

Also I made a new feature that blocks apps by training ring, activity ring or step count (Apple Watch required)

I would love to have some feedback.

Usually the free version is enough but in case anybody needs a promo code for the pro version feel free to comment and I will send you a promo code.

Link:

OffKit on iOS AppStore

MacOS removed the Launchpad: Launchie brings it back - even better

Launchie is almost there since  Apple removed the Launchpad from MacOS. 48 hours later Launchie was born - and improved a lot on the way. There are many competitors like LaunchNext or LaunchOS - and they're doing also a good job!

What's awesome about Launchie:

• Core features of the OG Launchpad
• Many customization options
• Open via Keyboard-Shortcut, Hot corner, app icon, menubar
• Use folders and spaces to arrange your apps how you like it
• Drag and Drop to rearrange icons

Who previously sent me a mail or a DM knows this - I reply to feedback, I implement features if I think they are useful. I am extremly grateful for all the feedback I got 🙏🏻

Pricing: 
There were a lot of critique on my recent pricing, so I decreased it.

Also new is the option for a yearly or monthly subscription if you just want to test it.

US Prices (other regions prices vary on the countries):

- 24.99$ Lifetime

- 7.99$ Yearly

- 1.99$ Monthly

Family sharing is allowed

AppStore: Launchie on Mac AppStore

Changelog (full changelog on iTunes):

## 1.4.3

- Optimizations and bug fixes

## 1.4.2

- Added a new `Launch All` action for folders. You can now open every app in a folder at once from the folder header, with a confirmation step for larger launches.
- Added a new Spaces placement option. Space chips can now be shown at the top of the header instead of only in the footer.
- Fixed an issue where clicking the desktop would not close Launchie, even though clicking another window would. Launchie now dismisses consistently when you click outside the window.
- Fixed a Pro authorization issue that could appear after Launchie started while offline or briefly lost Wi-Fi. Launchie now keeps your existing Pro access more reliably and re-checks it automatically once the connection returns.
- Added a new Danger Zone reset action in Settings so you can clear all saved Launchie settings, layout data, spaces, hidden apps, custom directories, and folder permissions in one step.


## 1.4.1
- Added a setting to hide the menu bar icon for users who prefer opening Launchie from the Dock.
- Launchie now keeps running normally in the background when the menu bar icon is turned off, so hotkeys, hot corners, and Dock launching still work.


- Added new Pro options: you can now choose between Monthly Pro, Yearly Pro, or Lifetime Pro directly in Launchie.
- Existing lifetime customers are still supported. Earlier one-time Pro purchases continue to unlock Launchie Pro permanently.
- Added a new Quick Access placement setting. You can now keep Quick Access pinned above the grid or place it inside the main scroll area.
- Improved Spaces in light mode. Selected space icons and chip outlines are now easier to distinguish against bright backgrounds.


## 1.3.11


- App installs and removals now show up much faster in Launchie. New and deleted apps are detected almost instantly in most cases, while the regular background refresh remains in place as a lightweight fallback.
- Fixed an issue where some iPhone, iPad, and web apps could disappear from Launchie after adding broad custom app directories.


## 1.3.10


- Fixed an issue where non-app files could appear in the "All Apps" view when a custom directory pointed to a broad location. Launchie now validates each discovered .app bundle by checking for a valid Info.plist and filtering out background-only daemons, preventing system internals, framework helpers, and non-macOS files from cluttering the app grid.
- Improved horizontal swiping for Spaces and the root view, especially on the trackpad. Space switching now feels more natural and immersive, with better control to prevent accidental jumps across multiple spaces.
- Made switching between the root view and Spaces feel faster and more natural by tightening the transition animation and reducing the heavy bounce.

AI Disclaimer:

Of course I did use AI to work on this project.

Code completion and Codex CLI.