wox-launcher/wox

Wox is a free, open-source app launcher for Windows, macOS, and Linux, essentially a smarter, faster way to find and open anything on your computer without touching the mouse. Press Alt+Space (or Command+Space on Mac), type a few characters, and instantly launch apps, open files, run searches, or execute commands. If you've ever used Spotlight on Mac or Alfred or Raycast, Wox is the same category of tool: a keyboard-first search bar that pops up over everything and gets out of the way once you're done. The difference is that Wox is completely free, works across all major operating systems, and is extensible through plugins. The plugin store lets you extend what Wox can search and do, browser bookmarks, calculator, clipboard history, package lookups, dictionary, and much more. There's also a theme store for customizing the look. A notable recent addition is AI chat built right into the launcher, so you can ask questions and get answers without opening a separate browser tab. For vibe coders and productivity-focused users, Wox is particularly appealing as a free alternative to paid tools like Alfred or Raycast. It runs as a lightweight single file (no complex installer), starts instantly, and stays out of the way until you need it. Available for immediate download from the releases page or installable in seconds via Homebrew on Mac or Winget on Windows.