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Description:
Python-based extendable tool

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 0.35@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: launcher productivity python automation modular

Install: brew install --cask pext

About:
Pext is a modular, Python-based application launcher and productivity tool that allows users to create custom menus and workflows. It provides a unified interface for accessing scripts, web services, and local applications through a simple, extensible module system. Its main value proposition is enabling rapid development of tailored user interfaces for complex tasks without writing GUI code.

Key Features:

Modular architecture with user-created modules
Unified search interface across all modules
Built on Python for easy extensibility
Supports both native and web-based modules
Cross-platform availability

Use Cases:

Creating a unified launcher for all work tools and scripts
Building a custom interface for APIs and web services
Rapid prototyping of internal tools and dashboards

Alternatives:

Alfred – Mac-only, paid, with a focus on powerpack workflows
Ulauncher – Linux-focused, Python-based, simpler application launcher
Raycast – Modern macOS alternative with extensive extension store

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 5, 2025 10:35pm	0.35	0	VERSION_BUMP	c9367aca