gRun is a GTK based Run dialog that closely resembles the Windows Run dialog, just like xexec. It has a intelligent history mechanism and a dual level fork() mechanism for launching the application in its own process.
Platforms
- Linux
Gnome Completion-Run Utility Alternatives
Apps similar to Gnome Completion-Run Utility include Listary, which has a free version. Other options are Keypirinha, Gnome Do, Filezo and Direct Folders. You can choose from more than 10 Application Launchers like Gnome Completion-Run Utility for Windows, Linux and Mac.
Alternatives list
A replacement for i3-dmenu-desktop
Its purpose is to find .desktop files and offer you a menu to start an application using dmenu.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application type
Platforms
- Linux
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8start Launcher is a combination of innovative Application Launcher, countdown and Tree Notes/Shortcuts/Favorites.
Platforms
- Windows
Launch Box is generally an application launcher. It's very influenced by Quicksilver for Mac OSX. Remember that this is only a first release so don't get your hopes up too much. Launch Box is written for the GNOME 2.10 platform and depends on GTK+ 2.
Platforms
- Linux
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Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Application type
Platforms
- Windows
Tired of digging into crowded Start Menu? JetStart offers you a quick access to categorized Start Menu shortcuts, recently launched programs and system commands.
Cost / License
- Freemium
- Proprietary
Application type
Platforms
- Windows
Australia
JPlatforms
- Linux
United States
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Application launcher, developed with sway and Hyprland in mind, but should also work with other wlroots-based Wayland compositors.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application type
Platforms
- Linux
- Wayland
Poland
EU
