SOL
Launch apps on macOS with SOL, an open-source launcher that can be installed from a download or through Homebrew.
About SOL
SOL is a launcher for macOS for opening apps, searching files and folders, and running common tasks from one input. It can be installed from a download or with Homebrew using brew install --cask sol.
It includes tools for calculations, clipboard history, window resizing and moving, calendar view, notes, browser bookmarks, translation between up to 3 languages, and developer commands such as cleaning derived data.
Key features
- Search for apps and open them
- Search for files and folders
- Do math calculations in the launcher
- Keep clipboard copy and paste history
- Resize and move windows with keyboard
- Translate between up to 3 languages
Best for: Mac users who want to launch apps and search files with keyboard input.
Good for
- Installs by download or Homebrew command
- Combines app search, file search, and utilities in one input
- Supports global shortcuts for actions
Watch out for
- Only described for macOS use
- Translation supports up to 3 languages
SOL at a glance
- Website
- sol.ospfranco.com
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Mac Apps
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- macOS, Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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SOL FAQ
How do I install SOL?
Download the latest release or run brew install --cask sol.
What can SOL search?
It can search for apps, files and folders, and browser bookmarks.
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