Cerebro

Mac

Blazingly fast system-wide launcher for Mac

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Overview

Cerebro is a lightweight, customizable system launcher that streamlines Mac workflows with a single keyboard shortcut. It lets you open apps, search files, run calculations, translate text, and execute terminal commands—all without switching windows. Extensible via plugins, it adapts to your needs, whether you’re a power user or casual user. Its minimal interface stays hidden until called, avoiding distractions while delivering quick access to essential tasks. Open-source and free, Cerebro integrates seamlessly with macOS to boost productivity by cutting down on manual steps.

Key Features

  • System-wide app & file launching
  • Extensible via community plugins
  • Quick calculations & text translation
  • Terminal command execution without opening Terminal

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Tool Info

Pricing Free
Category Productivity
Platform Mac

Pros

  • Lightweight and fast performance
  • Highly customizable with plugins
  • Intuitive keyboard-first workflow
  • Open-source and completely free

Cons

  • Smaller plugin ecosystem compared to Alfred
  • Less polished UI than some paid alternatives

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