Raycast for Windows: A Powerful New Launcher You Need to Try!
If you're a Mac user, you might already know about Raycast – the super-fast and incredibly powerful launcher that helps you get things done quicker. Well, good news for Windows users! Raycast is now available for Windows, and while it's still in beta, it's already packed with features that can seriously boost your productivity.
What is Raycast?
Think of Raycast as your command center for your computer. Instead of digging through menus or searching for apps, you can simply open Raycast (with a quick keyboard shortcut Alt + Space) and type what you want to do. It's designed to be lightning-fast and incredibly efficient.
Why You'll Love Raycast on Windows
Even in its beta stage, Raycast for Windows offers a ton of amazing features:
Blazing Fast App Launcher: Quickly find and launch any application on your system. No more clicking through your Start Menu!
Built-in AI Chat: Raycast comes with integrated AI capabilities, allowing you to chat with models like ChatGPT and Gemini directly from the launcher. Ask questions, get information, and more, all without opening a browser. Plus, during the beta, these premium AI features are completely free!
Quick Links: This is one of Raycast's best features. You can create custom search shortcuts for almost any website. Want to search YouTube or Wikipedia? Just set up a quick link, type your query, and Raycast will open the search results directly in your browser. Google and DuckDuckGo are already built-in!
Clipboard History: Ever copied something and then needed it again later? Raycast keeps a history of your clipboard, so you can easily access past copied items.
Emoji and Symbol Search: Need a specific emoji or symbol? Raycast makes it easy to find and insert them.
Customizable Shortcuts: Create your own hotkeys to launch your favorite applications even faster.
Compact Mode: For those who prefer a minimalist look, Raycast offers a compact window mode that's clean and unobtrusive.
How to Get Raycast for Windows
Since Raycast for Windows is currently in beta, you'll need to join the waitlist on their official website: https://www.raycast.com/windows. If you're lucky, you might even get an invitation code from someone who already has access!
Here are 3 invitation links from me – enjoy!
