A
licenseNot graded
qualityA
maintenanceA macOS app that provides an MCP server to your Messages, Contacts, and more
1,539
MIT
mac-apps-launcher
Allows listing, launching, and managing macOS applications, as well as opening files with specific applications
Click on "Deploy Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type
@followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@mac-apps-launcherlaunch Safari"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
Mac Apps Launcher MCP Server
A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for launching and managing macOS applications.
Features
List all applications installed in the
/ApplicationsfolderLaunch applications by name
Open files with specific applications
Related MCP server: mcp-get-installed-apps
Installation
Add the following to your Claude Config JSON file
{
"mcpServers": {
"simulator": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"y",
"@joshuarileydev/mac-apps-launcher-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}This server cannot be deployed
Maintenance
ActivityInactive
ResponsivenessNo issues
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