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maintenanceA macOS app that provides an MCP server to your Messages, Contacts, and more
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mac-apps-launcher
Allows listing, launching, and managing macOS applications, as well as opening files with specific applications
Click on "Install 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: Apple Apps MCP
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 installed
Maintenance
–Maintainers
–Response time
–Release cycle
–Releases (12mo)
Commit activity
Resources
Unclaimed servers have limited discoverability.
Looking for Admin?
If you are the server author, to access and configure the admin panel.
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