Raycast has taken the Mac power-user community by storm. It replaces the default Mac 'Spotlight' search (Cmd+Space) with a supercharged command center. You can use it to launch apps, search files, manage your clipboard history, and run snippets.
What makes it special is the 'Store'. Developers have built hundreds of extensions. You can check your internet speed, control Spotify, merge PDFs, or restart a server directly from the search bar without opening an app.
Key Highlights:
- Speed: Built in Rust and Swift for instant response.
- Extensions: Control Notion, GitHub, Linear, and more from the keyboard.
- Window Management: Snap windows to halves or quarters built-in.
Verdict: Once you use it, you can't go back to standard Spotlight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it available for Windows?
No, Raycast is currently macOS only. 'PowerToys Run' is a similar concept for Windows.




