With the app running in the background, you can launch it either using the hotkey or clicking the system tray icon. You can bring up the Launch Box using the Windows default Ctrl + Win + K. We recommend you have a zip file extractor handy prior to installation. The company calls it 'A fast launcher for keyboard ninjas'. But if you feel the need to explore greater features, you do have the option to upgrade to a Pro version.ĭownload: Listary (Free) | Listary Pro ($27) The free version can do everything that you would typically expect from a search app and that's what makes it one of the best Windows file explorer extensions for file management. To access Keywords and other settings, choose the Listary icon from the system tray and select Options. The app has certain default keywords to choose from when you conduct a web search for popular sites including Gmail, Twitter, and eBay. The search bar goes a step further to offer access to favorites, recent items, and commands by expanding the ellipsis (three dots on the right of the bar) built into the bar itself. Once you start typing, you also see the options to search only files or jump into the Action menu with commands to cut, copy, paste, and more. The default hotkey for the app is hitting the Ctrl key twice. As soon as you complete the install and launch the app, it runs you through a quick tutorial highlighting basic search functionality. Searching and launching applications with Listary is lightning fast.
