Upgraded to Tahoe 26 and missing Launchpad? Try NovaPadGo — a perfect replacement.

[boluobn]

After upgrading to Tahoe 26, many users have noticed that the familiar Launchpad is no longer available, which may cause some inconvenience in daily operations.

To address this issue, we recommend using NovaPadGo, a powerful and user-friendly application that serves as a seamless replacement for Launchpad.

App Store: https://apps.apple.com/en/app/novapadgo/id6752112019

 

[boluobn]

V1.6 released, improved system smoothness, increased background blur degree, and added adjustment to fully display the background.

https://nova-pad-go.vercel.app

 

[boluobn]

V1.9 released, added Launchpad's 9-grid folder style, batch selection function, and beginner guide

 

[MacGizmo]

Or, you could try the Free LaunchNow.

 

[boluobn]

Well, the functions and user experience are different, you can try it out.

 

[boluobn]

Version 1.14 Update Released!
Now supports the Basic Edition, which is completely free with no time limit.
You can also drag apps to create folders directly — give it a try!

 

[MBAir2010]

V1.6 released, improved system smoothness, increased background blur degree, and added adjustment to fully display the background.

https://nova-pad-go.vercel.app
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my MacBook Air M1 might need this, and I would down load that....
but only this female blinks her (on my) right eye once every ten seconds!

 

[boluobn]

my MacBook Air M1 might need this, and I would down load that....
but only this female blinks her (on my) right eye once every ten seconds!

Ha, you can upload any picture you like as the background.

Also, version 1.7 has been released with three major feature updates, offering a more native experience:

1. You can now drag app icons directly into sidebar tabs and folders, making it easier to organize your apps.
2. In Preferences, you can set folders to open in popup mode for an experience closer to the native Launchpad.
3. You can hide the logo, name, and toolbar buttons, and center the search bar to create a fully Launchpad-style interface.

 

[MBAir2010]

Ha, you can upload any picture you like as the background.

I would..... if I used Ya'hoed OS that much, I fell back involve with Mojave!

 

[chmania]

To address this issue, we recommend using NovaPadGo, ...

Who are "we" here?

And the Launchpad hasn’t gone anywhere; it now has a new name and resembles a Linux-like menu that can be opened anywhere. It's even better than it was when it was called Launchpad. There's absolutely no need for any third-party apps. All you have to do is learn the "new" app.

 

[chmania]

If you need a video tutorial, how to launch apps, or anything in macOS, here it is.

 

[boluobn]

Everyone has different needs, and each app has its own unique features. You can use them according to your needs — this just gives everyone one more option.

 

[chmania]

Everyone has different needs, and each app has its own unique features. You can use them according to your needs — this just gives everyone one more option.

Could be, but Launchpad was an app that most people never used. The link to "Apps" is there on the dock, anyway...

Why complicate your life?

 

[boluobn]

I said it’s just a matter of different habits. Many people I know, including myself, prefer to organize apps into categories and open them directly rather than searching by name — that’s simply the easiest way for them.

 

[chmania]

I said it’s just a matter of different habits. Many people I know, including myself, prefer to organize apps into categories and open them directly rather than searching by name — that’s simply the easiest way for them.

I suppose you can find your "categories" here and organise them as you wish. You can also make it longer and place it anywhere you prefer. The next time you click on the "Apps" icon in the Dock, it will open where you decided to place it before. Launchpad didn’t offer any features like that. There's no reason to use a third party app.

 

[boluobn]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I still stand by my opinion — the Launchpad provided by the system doesn’t work well for me. It’s just a matter of personal preference, so no need to argue about it. Thanks again!

 

[chmania]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I still stand by my opinion — the Launchpad provided by the system doesn’t work well for me. It’s just a matter of personal preference, so no need to argue about it. Thanks again!

Linux had something similar to Launchpad around 2011, but they dropped it after a few years. Apple took a long time to decide on dropping Lanchpad, and once they did, Launchpad will be forgotten.