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Command Launcher

TL;DR

The Cmdop Command Launcher is a Spotlight-like overlay activated with Option+Space (macOS) or Alt+Space (Windows). It supports natural language commands, machine targeting with @machine syntax, command history navigation, quick action suggestions, and is fully customizable through Settings.

Spotlight-like interface for instant command execution.

How do I open the Command Launcher?

Press Option+Space (macOS) or Alt+Space (Windows)

What does the Launcher interface look like?

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What features does the Launcher support?

How do I use natural language commands?

Type commands naturally:

  • β€œrestart nginx”
  • β€œcheck memory on production”
  • β€œdeploy latest commit”

How do I target a specific machine?

Target specific machines:

  • β€œ@production restart nginx”
  • β€œproduction: check logs”
  • Type machine name to filter

What are Quick Actions?

Common operations appear as suggestions:

  • Recent commands
  • Frequently used
  • Context-aware suggestions

How do I navigate command history?

  • Press ↑ / ↓ to navigate history
  • Type to search history
  • Clear with Cmd+K / Ctrl+K

What keyboard shortcuts does the Launcher support?

ShortcutAction
EnterExecute command
EscapeClose launcher
↑ / ↓Navigate history/suggestions
TabAccept suggestion
Cmd+KClear input

How do I configure the Launcher?

How do I change the global hotkey?

  1. Open Settings (Cmd+,)
  2. Go to Shortcuts
  3. Click β€œGlobal Hotkey”
  4. Press new key combination

What Launcher settings can I customize?

Settings > Launcher:

  • Show machine suggestions
  • Show recent commands
  • Auto-execute confirmed commands
  • Theme
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