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ptool-launcher

PyPI·Other productivity

ptool-launcher is an open-source, cross-platform floating launcher that provides users with a compact ball mode for quick access to applications and tools. It supports editing shortcuts and autostart functionality, making it ideal for desktop users who want efficient workspace management.

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Overview

5 features

In the Other productivity space, ptool-launcher takes a focused approach. Quickly launching applications and tools from a floating desktop interface without cluttering the workspace. ptool-launcher is an open-source project aimed at desktop users seeking quick access to apps. The project is open source (MIT). It runs on the command line, Windows, macOS, and Linux.

It is developed by abheekaryan, and the product first shipped in 2026. Among its 5 catalogued features are floating launcher, compact ball mode, and quick access.

  • ✓Floating launcher
  • ✓Compact ball mode
  • ✓Quick access
  • ✓Edit support
  • ✓Autostart

Tags

floating-launcherquick-accessdesktop-utility

AI capabilities

Weights: Open

Built with & integrations

Runs on
CLIWindowsmacOSLinux

Trust & compliance

LicenseMIT
Verified signals
✓ HTTPS✓ Open Source✓ Free tier✓ GitHub

Recent events

Latest indexed changes and source events

  1. IndexedJul 15, 1:25 PM

    ptool-launcher verified by the PulseGate indexer

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Frequently asked questions about ptool-launcher

What is ptool-launcher?
Quickly launching applications and tools from a floating desktop interface without cluttering the workspace. It is catalogued under Other productivity on PulseGate.
Who should use ptool-launcher?
ptool-launcher is an open-source project built for desktop users seeking quick access to apps.
Does ptool-launcher have a free plan?
Yes — ptool-launcher is open source under the MIT license and free to use.
What platforms does ptool-launcher run on?
ptool-launcher runs on the command line, Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Is ptool-launcher still active?
PulseGate's liveness checks currently classify ptool-launcher as active.
What tools are similar to ptool-launcher?
Similar tools tracked by PulseGate include ptools productivity, toolport, and Power Tool.ptools productivitytoolportPower Tool
Who develops ptool-launcher?
ptool-launcher is developed by abheekaryan.
How long has ptool-launcher been around?
ptool-launcher first shipped in 2026.

At a glance

Platforms
Cli
Languages
English
Open source
Yes (GitHub)
License
MIT
First seen
Jul 15, 2026
Activity
🟢 Active
Status
🟢 Active
Built for
desktop users seeking quick access to apps
Model
Open source
Solves
Quickly launching applications and tools from a floating desktop interface without cluttering the workspace.

Developer

abheekaryan
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Open source

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Live coverage

Confidence
Low · 64
Indexed
Jul 15, 2026
Lifecycle
Alive
Activity
Active
First seen
Jul 2026
Last seen
1w ago
Identity audit (9)
Entity ID
cmrm45m4k02ql2bvgtkcpf58n
Slug
ptool-launcher-pypi-org
Verification state
Indexed for public listing
Claim / listing state
Unclaimed · listed: yes
Index status
Included in index
Latest evidence snapshot
Jul 15, 2026
Timeline basis
Indexed-at chronology (no inferred launch/funding milestones).
Last updated
Jul 15, 2026
Canonical URL
https://pypi.org/project/ptool-launcher

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