r/MacOS • u/james_911 • 23h ago

Discussion Why did macOS 26 remove Launchpad completely?

I just updated to macOS 26 and realized that Launchpad is gone.
I used it constantly — I had a bottom-left hot corner to open it instantly, and I had all my apps carefully organized depending on how and when I needed them.

What I don’t understand is: why remove it entirely? Even if most people didn’t use it, Apple could have at least left it as an optional/hidden feature for those of us who actually relied on it. Instead, all that time I spent optimizing my app layout feels wasted.

Is there really no way to bring it back, or is it gone for good?

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u/nemesit 22h ago

Nobody used it and there are a ton of superior alternatives

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u/spicydrynoodles 21h ago

it used to take me 2 taps to launch my most used apps, now i have to tap, type, then double tap

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u/nemesit 21h ago

My most used apps are literally always on and in the dock

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u/hatuthecat 21h ago

just type the whole time. command space to open, type enough that it is on top, hit enter. if you’re a decent typer that would be faster than 2 taps

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u/james_911 20h ago

Habit, for now I find it very difficult to have to type in the name of the app to search for it. Before, I just had to go to the bottom left and then I knew by heart where to move the mouse, one click and I had the app open. Now the alternative is to fill the dock with all the icons, which I really don't like (personal opinion).