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Freeware to Launch Apps with a couple of Keystrokes

SUMMARY: MadAppLauncher lets you set up groups of applications where you can launch one without using the mouse.

Looking for another way to group your Windows applications together and run them without having to navigate the "Start" menu?

If you're tired of using the mouse, you may wish to consider MadAppLauncher, a freeware (GPL) application launcher. This application launcher can be run via a customizable hotkey, and programs may be placed into one of ten tabs. After adding program information to the launcher (right-click a virtual button and select "Edit"), just start the software by pressing the launcher hotkey, then a number to switch tabs, and then a letter / punctuation / function key to start the configured application. See the below screenshot for an example configuration.


MadAppLauncher for Windows



Options include starting the launcher when Windows launches, automatically hiding the launcher when an application is launched, and choosing to run programs as the Administrator. The software runs on Windows XP and up, and can be downloaded at the following site:

* MadAppLauncher

This tip was written regarding MadAppLauncher v1.0.5.0 running on a Windows XP machine. Features, information, and screenshots for other versions / operating systems may vary.

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