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Jarvis, an Alfred Alternative for Windows

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Re: Jarvis, an Alfred Alternative for Windows

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Just enable the next-gen search bar for Windows 10 - I've used both and the native tool is far better on the latest versions of Windows 10 (at least in my testing). https://www.thurrott.com/cloud/144856/microsoft-testing-new-...

Somewhat. The other day I typed 'draw', wanting LibreOffice Draw (which is installed), but the top result was (Microsoft) Paint.

Re: Jarvis, an Alfred Alternative for Windows

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post #12

Just enable the next-gen search bar for Windows 10 - I've used both and the native tool is far better on the latest versions of Windows 10 (at least in my testing). https://www.thurrott.com/cloud/144856/microsoft-testing-new-...

Somewhat. The other day I typed 'draw', wanting LibreOffice Draw (which is installed), but the top result was (Microsoft) Paint.

Thats true. But it learns pretty quick. It will become the top result if you choose the rigth (LibreOffice Draw) once or twice.

Re: Jarvis, an Alfred Alternative for Windows

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post #12

Just enable the next-gen search bar for Windows 10 - I've used both and the native tool is far better on the latest versions of Windows 10 (at least in my testing). https://www.thurrott.com/cloud/144856/microsoft-testing-new-...

Somewhat. The other day I typed 'draw', wanting LibreOffice Draw (which is installed), but the top result was (Microsoft) Paint.

In my experience it learns - after you pick libre a couple times it will move to the top.

Re: Jarvis, an Alfred Alternative for Windows

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How does this compare with launchy? https://www.launchy.net/

I use Launchy in "Portable" mode (because my work PC is locked down and I may not install Launchy on it). After some 1) significant amount of config-tweaking, 2) learning curve involving moodiness on Launchy's part, and 3) learning about certain keyboard-shortcuts, it works like a charm. The fact that it's Portable is a HUGE plus to me.

I'm going to give Jarvis and Wox Launcher test-drives, if they're available in Portable mode.

Re: Jarvis, an Alfred Alternative for Windows

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How does this compare with launchy? https://www.launchy.net/

just gave it a try -- looks like it's hard-coded for 640x480 screens or something -- it renders so small I literally cannot read any of the text...

Not hard-coded for a particular resolution but hard-coded for a particular DPI.
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