Seeksy

Seeksy is a desktop search application inspired by macOS Spotlight. Built with Electron and Vue, it provides fast file search, application launching, and an emoji picker. It runs in the background and is activated with customizable keyboard shortcuts.

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• Universal search. Finds files, folders, applications, and emojis through a single search field. Results appear grouped by category and update in real time as you type.
• Application launcher. Lets you start programs installed on the system without browsing menus or icons. It analyzes application names and metadata to show accurate matches.
• Emoji picker. Includes a built-in function to search for and insert emojis using keywords. Supports categories and viewing the variants of each symbol.
• Smart indexing. Builds and maintains a search index in the background. The process can be paused manually and automatically adjusts its resource usage.
• Customizable shortcuts. Lets you change the key combination that activates search (Ctrl+Space by default). Supports multiple shortcuts for specific functions.
• Location filtering. Offers granular control over indexed folders. Exclude specific directories to improve performance and the relevance of results.
• Adaptable interface. Supports customization of visual themes (light/dark), font size, and layout of elements. Changes are applied without restarting.
• Keyboard navigation. Designed for complete operation without a mouse. Lets you select results, open items, and move between categories using key combinations.
• Cross-platform. Available for Windows and Linux with identical functionality. Keeps the interface and features consistent across operating systems.
• Resource monitor. Includes an automatic throttling system that adjusts indexing intensity according to the current system load.

The project was started in 2021 by Andreas Hagen as a cross-platform alternative to Spotlight. Built with web technologies (Electron + Vue.js), its source code is publicly available. It receives regular updates with performance improvements and new features.

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