leader-key ☆
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Description:
Application launcher
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.17.3@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: launcher macos productivity keyboard automation
Install: brew install --cask leader-key
About:
Leader Key is a keyboard-driven application launcher for macOS that enables users to open apps, switch windows, and execute commands without leaving the keyboard. It uses a leader key pattern to minimize cognitive load and reduce reliance on mouse navigation. The tool is highly configurable, allowing for custom key bindings and workflows to boost productivity.
Key Features:
  • Leader key workflow for rapid app switching
  • Customizable key bindings and commands
  • Lightweight native macOS application
  • Window management integration
Use Cases:
  • Launching applications quickly without using the mouse
  • Switching between windows and workspaces via keyboard
  • Executing custom scripts and workflows from a single keystroke
Alternatives:
  • Raycast – Raycast is a full-featured extensible launcher with a plugin ecosystem, while Leader Key focuses on a minimalist leader-key workflow.
  • Alfred – Alfred provides powerful search and automation with workflows, whereas Leader Key emphasizes keyboard-first navigation via a leader key.
  • Spotlight – macOS Spotlight offers system-wide search but lacks the customizable leader-key shortcuts and window management of Leader Key.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 16, 2025 2:08pm 1.17.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 8668d3ef
Sep 10, 2025 10:44pm 1.17.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 06618a0f
Sep 10, 2025 1:15pm 1.16.3 0 VERSION_BUMP 2053a41f
Sep 6, 2025 1:24am 1.16.1 0 VERSION_BUMP ed3cbe5d
Sep 5, 2025 10:03pm 1.16.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 130363d9
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