Flow Launcher

Flow Launcher is a tool designed to improve everyday efficiency with a fast search and command execution system. It lets you access applications, files, web searches and plugins using keyboard shortcuts.

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• Application search. Flow Launcher indexes and lets you search all applications installed on the system. As you type part of the name, it shows results in real time and launches the selected application.
• File search. The tool scans and searches files on the hard drive. Supports filtering by name, extension or location, showing matches instantly.
• Web search. Integrates search engines such as Google, Bing or DuckDuckGo. As you type your terms, it offers the option to open the results directly in the browser.
• Plugins and extensions. Supports installing plugins to extend functionality. Plugins can add custom commands, integrations with web services or additional tools.
• Quick calculator. Lets you perform mathematical calculations directly in the search bar. Supports basic and advanced operations without opening an external application.
• System settings access. Provides quick access to Windows settings such as network, display or updates using specific commands.
• Command execution. Lets you run CMD commands, PowerShell commands or scripts directly from the interface, speeding up administrative tasks.
• Clipboard manager. Stores clipboard history and lets you access previous copies with a quick command.
• Text translation. Integrates translation tools to convert text between languages without leaving the application.
• Process control. Shows running processes and lets you terminate them directly from the search, helping optimize system performance.

Flow Launcher was initially developed in 2020 as an alternative to similar tools. It is written in C# and uses WPF for the graphical interface. The project is maintained by a team of independent developers who regularly implement improvements and new features.

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