# G App Launcher

> App launcher customization with Google and custom website shortcuts. (iPhone/iPad app by Carlos Jeurissen.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/g-app-launcher/id1543803459 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Carlos Jeurissen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1543382149)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 31 App Store ratings · 60 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 12 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-12-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/g-app-launcher/id1543803459/reviews.md

## What is G App Launcher?

This extension allows you to customize the app launcher and add more than 1000 Google shortcuts. And it is not limited to these 1000 Google shortcuts; the extension also allows you to create custom shortcuts to every website you want.

In the settings page, which you can open via the "Configure" button in the app launcher, you can define which shortcuts you want to display in the app launcher via drag and drop (hold your mouse on a shortcut in the left list, drag it to the right list, and release your mouse). You can add or remove all shortcuts via the two buttons below the left list. The settings page also allows you to filter the 1000+ Google shortcuts via the searchbox and you can easily sort your selection via the "Sort A-Z" button.

If the shortcut you want is not available in the list, you can submit a google shortcut request via the "Suggest a new google Shortcut" button. If you want to add a non Google Shortcut, add a new one via the red "add custom shortcut" button.

## Key features

- Customize app launcher
- Add 1000+ Google shortcuts
- Create custom website shortcuts
- Drag-and-drop shortcut management
- Filter and sort shortcuts
- Suggest new Google shortcuts

## What do users think of G App Launcher?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Works on Mac
- 👍 Best free app
- 👍 Easy to open on Safari
- 👍 Convenient shortcuts
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Good interface

**Cons**

- 🐛 Doesn't work on Safari
- 🐛 Safari blocks it
- 🐛 Permission issues
- 🐛 Suspicious permissions
- 🐛 Asks for passwords/history
- 🐛 Malware/virus concerns
- 🐛 Wastes space
- 🐛 Not a standalone app
- 🐛 Misleading description
- 🐛 Can't delete
- 🐛 Persistent app
- 🐛 Account switching issues
- 🐛 Memory hog
- 🐛 Not redirecting correctly

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Shortcut toggles not working on Sonoma
- Blank pop-up when clicking icon
- Extension freezes/lags
- Constant resets of shortcuts
- Extension disappears from Safari
- Changes do not survive Safari restart
- Button to 'Quit and Open Safari Extensions' does nothing
- App asks for permissions repeatedly
- Two logos displayed in Safari
- Extension is greyed-out and nonfunctional on anything except a blank tab
- App doesn't redirect to correct area
- App keeps reloading by itself
- Shortcut behavior toggles do not seem to work

**Most requested features**

- Open Google Doc directly into current tab
- Dark mode option
- Change/add custom icons for toolbar icon
- Access shortcuts without going through Safari

## Recent user reviews (10 of 60)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/g-app-launcher/id1543803459/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2025-01-02, version 29.2.2*

Works perfect on both my Macbook air and Mac Desktop

### 5/5 — Best App for Google

*2024-12-06*

I like this extension so much that I have to leave a review. This is my first review ever in Apple Store.

### 5/5 — Security24/7

*2024-07-14, version 28.4.1*

Google~Groups.Com

### 5/5 — Excellent App

*2024-06-29, version 28.4.1*

Works as intended. Props to the devs

### 1/5 — bad at almost evrything

*2024-01-13, version 27.6.0*

malware virus compuer worms ransomeware ect

### 1/5 — Wont work

*2023-12-27, version 27.5.0*

Dont knoe ehat is wrong but if i have safari it wont work and is just a waste of space. DONT EVER BUY IT, IS JUST JUNK AND DOESNT EVEN WORK

### 5/5 — This simple app is BETTER than all the paid alternatives!

*2023-11-29, version 27.4.0*

TL:DR... I tried all the paid "google docs for mac" apps available, and this one is just the best. Which is funny because it's FREE!

Only issues (11-28-23): Shortcut Behavior toggles do not seem to work on the latest Mac OS Sonoma 14.1.1 in Safari. I have disabled both toggles, and I still have to manually close out an empty new tab. It would be lovely if I could simply open my google doc/slide/form directly into the tab I'm currently looking at :)

### 1/5 — Doesn't work.

*2023-08-01, version 26.6.1*

Safari blocks it. Gets a one-star rating since there's no option for fewer.

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2023-07-29, version 26.5.1*

This app does not work at all

### 1/5 — suspicus

*2023-07-27, version 26.5.1*

too suspicus, i do not trust it

## Frequently asked questions about G App Launcher

### What does G App Launcher do?

G App Launcher allows you to extensively customize your app launcher. It enables you to add over 1000 Google shortcuts and create your own custom shortcuts for any website you frequently visit.

### How do I manage my shortcuts?

You can manage your shortcuts through the 'Configure' button, which opens the settings page. Here, you can use a drag-and-drop interface to select which shortcuts appear in your launcher. You can also add, remove, filter, and sort your shortcuts easily.

### Is there a cost to use G App Launcher?

Based on the provided information, the application is free to use. There are no mentioned costs, in-app purchases, or advertisements associated with it.

### Can I add shortcuts that are not from Google?

Yes, you can add custom shortcuts to any website you desire. There is a dedicated red 'add custom shortcut' button in the settings page for this purpose.

### What if a Google shortcut I need isn't available?

If a specific Google shortcut you are looking for is not in the provided list, you can submit a request for it. The app includes a 'Suggest a new google Shortcut' button for users to propose new additions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 31.6.0 — 2026-07-10

Learn more: https://apps.jeurissen.co/g-app-launcher/whatsnew
- The icons have been refined with less glass-effect
- All icons have been updated to match the new color palette for a uniform look and feel
- Added many new shortcuts, including Workspace Studio, Googlebook, Books Your Library, several Advanced Search shortcuts and more
- Add import shortcuts-only wizard with append/replace options
- Improve default set of shortcuts and add ability to use this set when no shortcuts are selected
- 'Export settings' is now 'Export backup file'
- Improve dark-mode detection/matching/updating including dark reader support
- Add factory-reset options
- Improve language matching and translations
- Make most settings apply live-update
- Improve new-tab detection/matching
- Fix keyboard related issues on Mobile
- Add version to settings page
- Improve screenreader support

### 31.4.0 — 2026-05-29

Updated to the new Google Icons.
Added several new shortcuts.
Learn more: https://apps.jeurissen.co/g-app-launcher/whatsnew

### 31.3.2 — 2026-05-11

The app now features a new liquid glass icon!
Added many new shortcuts, including Mixboard, Ask Maps, Drive Ask Gemini, Podcast charts and more. See below!
The scrollbars now better match your system and browser and will auto-hide if your system is configured to do so!
The searchbox has been redesigned to better match liquid glass.
Made the drag-and-drop rearranging more reliable.
Read more: https://apps.jeurissen.co/g-app-launcher/whatsnew

### 31.1.0 — 2026-03-04

Added many new shortcuts, including Gmail Promos, Calendar Schedule View, Contacts Merge&Fix and more.
All YouTube icons have been updated to match the new YouTube iconography.
Improved support for high-contrast mode.
Learn more: https://apps.jeurissen.co/g-app-launcher/whatsnew

### 31.0.4 — 2026-01-26

- Fixes the "No compatible account could be found" issue.
- Added many new shortcuts, including Fi Web Calls, Gmail updates, Calendar Year view and more.
- Improved the way custom shortcuts and custom icons are rendered and handled.
Read more: https://apps.jeurissen.co/g-app-launcher/whatsnew

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