launchcontrol ☆
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Description:
Create, manage and debug system and user services
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.52.7@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 21, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: System utilities
Tags: launchd services macos system-utilities debugging
Install: brew install --cask launchcontrol
About:
LaunchControl is a GUI application for creating, managing, and debugging launchd services. It provides an intuitive interface to inspect system and user services, view logs, and modify configurations without editing complex plist files manually. The tool simplifies service management by offering real-time monitoring and validation.
Key Features:
  • Graphical interface for managing launchd services
  • Real-time log viewing and filtering
  • Service configuration validation and editing
  • Support for both system-wide and user-specific services
Use Cases:
  • Debugging failing system services
  • Creating custom launchd jobs for automation
  • Monitoring service health and resource usage
Alternatives:
  • launchctl – Built-in CLI tool, less user-friendly for complex configurations
  • Lingon – Similar GUI tool, commercial alternative
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Feb 5, 2026 1:23pm 1.52.7 0 VERSION_BUMP 2a80da94
Dec 21, 2025 10:00pm 2.10 0 VERSION_BUMP a47ed169
Jul 24, 2024 9:40am 1.52.7 0 VERSION_BUMP f1e0c982
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