Mac Apps Launcher
A MCP server for launching and managing macOS applications
rating : 2.5 points
downloads : 28
What is Mac Apps Launcher MCP Server?
This is a server tool specifically designed for macOS that helps you easily find, launch, and manage applications installed on your computer. You can operate your applications through simple commands without manually clicking on icons.How to use Mac Apps Launcher?
Simply add a simple configuration to the Claude configuration file, and the server will run automatically. Then you can find or launch applications by sending commands.Use cases
When you need to quickly launch a specific application without manually searching; when you want to manage multiple applications in batches; when you need to operate applications through the command line.Main features
Application listCan list all applications installed in the /Applications folder
Launch applicationDirectly launch a specified program by the application name
Open a file with a specified applicationYou can choose to open a specified file with a specific application
Advantages and limitations
Advantages
No need to manually search for application icons
Supports command-line operations, suitable for automated workflows
Lightweight service with low resource consumption
Limitations
Only supports the macOS system
Can only manage applications in the /Applications directory
Requires basic command-line knowledge
How to use
Installation and configuration
Add the MCP server configuration to the Claude configuration JSON file
Start the service
After saving the configuration file, Claude will automatically start the MCP server
Start using
Now you can manage applications by sending commands through Claude
Usage examples
Quickly launch development toolsDevelopers can quickly launch Xcode or other development tools
Batch manage applicationsYou can get a list of all applications at once for management
Open a file with a specific programYou can open a specific type of file with a specified program
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this server support Windows or Linux?
How to view the exact name of an application?
Can I manage applications outside the /Applications directory?
Related resources
npm package page
Official npm package information and update logs
MCP protocol documentation
Official documentation for the Model Context Protocol
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