LaunchPad+ – Restores and enhances macOS Tahoe’s removed Launchpad

Summary: LaunchPad+ replaces the deprecated Launchpad in macOS Tahoe 26+, restoring the visual app launcher with added features like custom groups, advanced search, and drag-and-drop organization for improved app access.

What it does

It recreates the visual app grid removed in macOS Tahoe and adds customization options including grouping, enhanced search, and drag-and-drop app management.

Who it's for

Users of macOS Tahoe 26+ who prefer a visual app launcher over Finder or Spotlight navigation.

Why it matters

It solves the loss of Launchpad by providing a familiar and customizable app access method on macOS Tahoe.