Goro-Launcher: Streamline Your Daily Tasks with Efficient Operations
Are you spending too much time searching for and opening apps or files during your daily PC tasks? For those who manage multiple applications, excessive clicking can be a source of stress. To eliminate this frustration, we created “Goro-Launcher.” As a resident launcher, it displays an icon in the task tray and allows quick launch of apps or files using hotkeys and the KeyMap feature, making it a smart tool for efficient work.
In this article, we’ll introduce how Goro-Launcher can improve your daily workflow.
Simple yet Powerful: Features of Goro-Launcher
Goro-Launcher is known for its simple and intuitive operation, designed specifically to allow fast operations and easy menu registration.
- Resident launcher with constant access
With an icon always present in the task tray, you can open the menu with just one click. No matter what you’re working on, you can quickly access apps and files, enabling an efficient workflow. - Instant recall with hotkeys
Customizable hotkeys allow you to instantly recall the menu. By default, the menu can be brought up with “Ctrl + Alt + N,” allowing you to operate without using the mouse. - KeyMap function for even faster access
By pressing a set key, the corresponding menu opens instantly with the “KeyMap” feature. This allows for even smoother operation. Once accustomed, opening deeply nested apps with just a few touches becomes easy. - Hierarchical menus for organized access
Apps and folders can be organized hierarchically, so you can keep your launcher neat and tidy. The hierarchical menu makes finding the app you’re looking for quick and easy, a major advantage. - Flexible customization with YAML format
All settings are managed in YAML format, allowing for very simple and intuitive customization. You can easily modify the menu structure and hotkey settings, making it easy for anyone to create their ideal launcher.
Test Environment
Windows 10
Python 3.11.9
Since it hasn’t been tested on other systems, if you can confirm its functionality on Windows 11, please let us know in the comments section.
Download Links
Download Script Version
Download Exe Version (exe only)
If you’re using the Exe version, please download the Script version as well. Place the extracted exe file in the same folder as the Script version for it to work.
The reason for separating them is that some people may have security concerns with exe files. You can also build the exe file from the Script version yourself.
How to: `pyinstaller –onefile -w goro-launcher.py`
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Simple Installation Process
Goro-Launcher can be installed with a few simple steps, so even those who are not familiar with computers can feel comfortable using it. The setup includes options to launch the launcher automatically on startup and to run it using a Python environment, providing flexibility. Notably, the ability to run in a custom venv environment is a feature developers will appreciate.
Use Cases for Goro-Launcher
Let’s look at a few scenarios where Goro-Launcher can be beneficial.
- Boost work efficiency
Register frequently used apps such as email, browsers, and Excel files with Goro-Launcher, and you’ll be able to open necessary applications right after turning on your computer. This streamlines your morning routine significantly. - Ideal for learning and creative activities
By organizing video editing software, music production tools, or illustration apps in hierarchical menus, you can easily access the tools you need. This is perfect for creators who use multiple software tools.
Customize It Your Way
Modify the source code
In the future, I might release a complete source code guidebook. Since it’s only around 600 lines, it should be easy to customize to your needs. I hope this serves as a reference for building Python GUI applications and encourages you to modify the launcher to your liking. Stay tuned!
Make the Most of It
With a simple structure, you can make it even more convenient. Once I develop some useful resources, I plan to publish YAML files for the launcher on my blog. If you have any ideas or suggestions on what would be useful, please share them with me! I hope to engage with everyone through the comments section of the blog, so feel free to interact!
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