In simple English
This program opens your apps, files and tools with a few keystrokes. You press a hotkey, type part of a name and press enter to launch it. It stays quiet in the background until you need it. It replaces your mouse for finding things on your computer. It is free to use on Windows, macOS and Linux.
What it is
Ueli is a cross-platform keystroke launcher that opens programs, calculates math, translates text and searches files from a single input box. It runs on the desktop and responds to a global keyboard shortcut.
What it is good for
Solo builders who want to launch local applications, convert currencies, generate passwords and search bookmarks without touching the mouse.
- Works across Windows, macOS and Linux.
- Includes many built-in extensions for math, search and translation.
- Supports custom web searches and shortcuts.
- Unsigned binaries on macOS and direct downloads require manual security bypasses.
- Global hotkeys may fail on Linux systems using Wayland.
- Electron (a framework that runs desktop apps inside a hidden web browser) uses more memory than native alternatives.
Alfred or Windows search
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winget install Ueli -s msstore