Pinpoint

Pinpoint is a keyboard launcher for Windows that offers functionality similar to macOS Spotlight. The program allows quick access to various tools using keyboard shortcuts.

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• File Search. Locates documents and files on the system through indexed search. Analyzes file names and content for precise results.
• Application Launching. Runs installed programs using abbreviated commands. No need to navigate system menus.
• Currency Converter. Calculates monetary values between different currencies using updated rates. Supports all major currencies.
• Stock Query. Displays real-time stock market quotes for public companies. Provides price and variation data.
• Spotify Control. Manages music playback directly from the interface. Allows pausing, skipping tracks, and adjusting volume.
• Quick Control Panel Access. Locates operating system settings through semantic search. Finds configuration options quickly.
• Integrated Calculator. Performs basic and complex mathematical operations. Supports algebraic expressions and scientific functions.
• DuckDuckGo Search. Runs web queries directly using fast search syntax. Includes support for bangs (!commands).
• Plugin System. Extends core capabilities through additional modules. Each plugin adds specific functions to the main core.
• Shortcut Customization. Configures key combinations to trigger frequent functions. Allows per-user preference settings.
• Search History. Maintains a record of recent queries for quick access. Items can be selected from previous lists.
• Minimalist Interface. Displays a compact input field that appears when activating the shortcut. Hides automatically upon completing actions.

Pinpoint was originally developed as a Windows alternative for users coming from macOS. The project began in 2020 and is written in C# using .NET Framework. The application follows an open development model with contributions from multiple programmers.

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