Launch Applications
Make every app accessible. From launching to switching, control your workspace with effortless speed.
A speed layer for your desktop
Everything on your computer.One shortcut.
Your desktop, at the speed of thought.
Open, search, launch, paste, control and automate your desktop without breaking focus.
Free & open source · Windows, macOS & Linux
Suggestions
Search files and foldersFind anything on your system
Search
Quick calculationsType a math expression
Calc
Run shell commandsExecute terminal commands
Shell
Clipboard historyAccess recent copies
Plugin
Web searchSearch Google, DuckDuckGo...
WebVolt
Enter
Open↑↓
NavigateEsc
Close- Free
- No paid tier
- Private
- Local-first
- Open source
- Public code
- 3 OS
One shortcut
Move through your desktop without breaking focus.
Open, find, paste and automate from the same keyboard-first layer.
Open.
Apps and tools.
Find.
Files and answers.
Paste.
Clipboard and snippets.
Automate.
Repeat less.
Your desktop, connected
One place for the things you do all day
The actions you repeat every day, brought together behind one shortcut.
Less context switching. Fewer clicks. More flow.
Quick Calculations
Turn numbers into answers. Calculations, unit conversions, and mathematical expressions at your fingertips.
Game Launcher
Launch supported games and libraries from the same keyboard-first interface.
Clipboard History
Browse and paste from your clipboard history without opening another utility.
Web Search
Search Google, Docs, GitHub and any custom engine without leaving the keyboard.
Time Management
Transform work into focus. Built-in Pomodoro timer and productivity tools to help you stay on track.
System Monitor
CPU, memory, and process stats at a glance. Keep an eye on your machine without leaving your workflow.
Built-in Plugins
More of your desktop, one shortcut away
Common actions are built in, so you can launch, calculate, search, paste and control without opening another utility first.
Calculator
Math calculations, unit conversions, date arithmetic, and timezone conversions
Web Search
Search Google, Bing, or DuckDuckGo directly from Volt
System Commands
Quick access to reload, settings, and quit commands
Timer & Countdown
Pomodoro timer and custom countdowns with notifications
System Monitor
Monitor CPU, memory, and disk usage in real-time
Games
Launch games from Steam, Epic, GOG, Ubisoft, EA, Xbox, and Riot
Clipboard History
Access and search your clipboard history with pinning support
Emoji Picker
Search and insert emojis, symbols, and special characters
The comparison
How Volt Compares
Compare the fit, not unsupported benchmark claims.
| Capability |  Volt | Raycast | Alfred |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desktop availability | Windows · macOS · LinuxYes | macOS · WindowsPartial | macOS onlyNo |
| Pricing | FreeYes | Free + paid plansPartial | Free core + PowerpackPartial |
| Extensible | YesYes | YesYes | YesYes |
| Open Source | YesYes | NoNo | NoNo |
| Runtime | Rust + TauriYes | ProprietaryPartial | ProprietaryPartial |
Volt
- Desktop availability
- Windows · macOS · LinuxYes
- Pricing
- FreeYes
- Extensible
- YesYes
- Open Source
- YesYes
- Runtime
- Rust + TauriYes
Raycast
- Desktop availability
- macOS · WindowsPartial
- Pricing
- Free + paid plansPartial
- Extensible
- YesYes
- Open Source
- NoNo
- Runtime
- ProprietaryPartial
Alfred
- Desktop availability
- macOS onlyNo
- Pricing
- Free core + PowerpackPartial
- Extensible
- YesYes
- Open Source
- NoNo
- Runtime
- ProprietaryPartial
Last verified June 13, 2026 using official product pages. Raycast · Alfred
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What Volt does, who it is for, and how it treats your desktop.
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