Some apps are missing after import with AppGrid, how do I add them?

Open Add available apps in AppGrid and select the ones you want to include in your grid.

AppGrid

AppGrid Launcher for MacOS 26

Name: AppGrid Launcher
Rating: 3.9 (30 reviews)

Get Launchpad back on macOS 26 Tahoe

AppGrid restores the classic grid to browse, organize, and launch your apps. Free core features and optional Pro tools.

Launchpad is gone. Your app grid shouldn’t be.

Skip the terminal hacks, bring back a clean grid for all your apps, sort and group without the mess, keep your old layout, and add new apps without breaking your setup

Import from Launchpad

Load your existing Launchpad layout directly into AppGrid Launcher

For Mac users who organize by sight, not search

AppGrid brings back a clean, Launchpad-style grid so you can browse, spot, and launch apps fast. Your workflow should;t slow down.

Sort Everything

Organize all your apps alphabetically across all pages with one click

Get AppGrid

the #1 Launchpad alternative

Free features

Pro features

Special Offer for Launchpad Manager Users

Existing Launchpad Manager users get 25% off the Lifetime Pro upgrade!

Your loyalty is appreciated. Upgrade to AppGrid Launcher Pro and enjoy all the advanced features at an exclusive discounted rate.

Try free • Upgrade anytime

What users say

Works like a charm!

App installs and imported my old launcher settings. Great! This app is a perfect replacement for the original Launchpad, which gives MacOS a unifying simplicity with iOS and makes it easy to organize apps into folders (like on the phone) based on my needs. AppGrid has restored the convenience that I lost by upgrading to iOS26 and I highly recommend this app to anyone that misses Launchpad. 10 stars!

I'm absolutely thrilled with this app!

It works reliably, is thoughtfully designed, and offers exactly what I was looking for. I especially want to highlight the developer: responses come extremely quickly and are helpful – this is how support should be! One of the best investments in the App Store. A clear purchase recommendation!

Excellent Replacement for Launchpad!

This app provides an interface very similar to Apple’s late, lamented LaunchPad app. I was really pleased to find that it is able to import my Launchpad app groupings, so I can pick up where I left off. It took bit of time for me to discover the nonstandard location for the app’s Preferences menu, which allowed me to show AppGrid on the dock. Well done!

Perfect for a digital hoarder!

I think prior issues must have been fixed because so far it’s been a smooth ride. Simple to use and importing my prior setup was quick and easy. A must have for people like me who hoard apps such as games and like to have them organized in folders which is not an option with vanilla macOS! Let’s you export and import layouts so you can re-use them on a MacBook or if you’re between Macs like I was. Well done developers!

A great start!

When Apple ended Launchpad I was deeply disappointed, and went searching for alternatives, and found it in AppGrid.

With over 200 Apps on my mac, this is INCREDIBLE and works flawlessly !

I have been using this developer’s LaunchPad App since maybe 2014 or whenever it came out. It’s been a while for sure. That App stopped working because of OS Changes by Apple. The Developer wrote a new app. App Grid. Once I saw the email, I upgraded immediately. I need a small amount of assistance, but I got email replies within an hour. I am a Developer as well so I understand the importance of How Zeka Logic Runs their business. Top Notch and would buy again in a second. With over 200 Apps on my mac, this is INCREDIBLE and works flawlessly ! Thank you Attila for such great guidance and fast responses!

How it works

Install from the App Store
Import your Launchpad layout (or scan for apps)
Tidy with multi-select and groups (Pro)
Open AppGrid with your keyboard shortcut
Add new apps via Add available apps

System Requirements

Quick Shortcuts

Task	Shotcut
Navigate pages	⌘ + ← / →
Toggle edit mode	⌘ + E
Jump to page	⌘ + 1-9
Open grid file	⌘ + O
Save grid file	⌘ + S
Select item	⌘ + click
Open group	⌥ + click

On macOS 26 Tahoe and missing Launchpad? Get a clean visual grid for all your apps. No hacks, just a simple App Store install.

AppGrid vs other options (quick compare)

Functions	AppGrid	Applications view (Tahoe)	Spotlight/Raycast	LaunchMe
Grid layout	Yes	Limited	No	Yes
Import old Launchpad	Yes	No	No	No
Rename, A–Z sort	Yes	Limited	No	Theming-first
Multi-select/group	Yes (Pro)	No	No	Partial
No hacks / App Store	Yes	n/a	n/a	Varies

FAQ

Can AppGrid import my old Launchpad layout?

Yes. Use Import from Launchpad to bring your existing Launchpad layout into AppGrid so you keep your familiar grouping and positions.

Do newly installed apps appear automatically?

Newly installed apps are added automatically when the corresponding setting is turned on in Settings

Some apps are missing after import, how do I add them?

Open Add available apps and select the ones you want to include in your grid.

I click an icon and nothing launches. Why?

You’re likely in Edit mode. Toggle Edit mode off (shortcut ⌘E) to launch apps with a click.

How do I move between pages with a mouse or trackpad?

Use keyboard shortcuts: ⌘← / ⌘→ to move pages, ⌘1–9 to jump directly.

How do I change backgrounds and folder appearance?

Background can be changed in Settings to either Liquid Glass, Custom Image or Solid Color.

Can AppGrid open on my active monitor?

AppGrid opens on the screen where the mouse pointer is.

How can I use the pinch gesture / hot corners for showing AppGrid?

Currently you need a 3rd party app for this functionality, the best one we know of is BetterTouchTool.

AppGrid Launcher brings back the beloved Launchpad functionality you’re missing! Get the same intuitive grid-based experience you remember, with enhanced features and full customization control.

Distributed via the Mac App Store
Latest: v1.27 (Oct 19, 2025)