AppGroup

github.com/iandiv/AppGroup System Utilities Open-source projectOpen source

App Group organizes, customizes, and launches apps, according to its repository description.

github.com/iandiv/AppGroup
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About AppGroup

AppGroup is an open-source Windows tool for organizing apps into groups launched from the taskbar. Users create groups, add apps by drag and drop, nest subgroups, and pin groups to the taskbar or desktop. It works with .lnk shortcuts, Steam .url files, and UWP and PWA apps via shortcuts, with settings for icons, layouts, labels, headers, and light or dark mode.

UWP apps require manual shortcut creation through shell:AppsFolder. It is distributed as Setup and Portable variants, with Bundled versions that include .NET 8.

Key features

  • Create groups with nested subgroups without depth limit
  • Drag group icons to taskbar or desktop to pin
  • Auto-generated grid icons or single custom icons
  • Support for UWP, PWA, Steam .url and .lnk shortcuts
  • Import/export .agz files and import from TaskbarGroups
  • Run apps as administrator with custom launch arguments
Best for: Windows users who want to group related apps under single taskbar icons.
Good for
  • Open-source code under MIT license
  • Offers Setup and Portable variants, with Bundled options that include .NET 8
  • Imported groups are previewed selectively and appended without overwriting existing groups
Watch out for
  • UWP apps must be added manually via shell:AppsFolder shortcuts
  • Non-bundled Setup and Portable variants do not include .NET 8
  • Removal of .lnk arrow overlay works only where supported

AppGroup at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Windows
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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AppGroup FAQ

How do I add a UWP app to a group?
Press Win + R, type shell:AppsFolder and press Enter, right-click the app and select Create shortcut, confirm to place it on the Desktop, then drag that shortcut into the group.
How do I pin a group to the taskbar?
Drag the group icon directly onto the taskbar, or click the menu, select Open File Location, then right-click the shortcut and select Pin to Taskbar.
What happens to existing groups when I import?
A preview lets you check or uncheck groups before confirming, and selected groups are appended without overwriting existing ones.
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