Where to Find Ulauncher Downloads, Extensions, and Support

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Ulauncher's official site, ulauncher.io, is the single entry point for all of it: the Download section covers stable and dev releases plus per-distro install commands, the top navigation links to Docs, Extensions, and Color Themes, the Issue Tracker handles problems, and the Support section lists starring the project, donating on Patreon, or contributing code. Use the site directly if you want the current release and official install paths; use the issue tracker rather than the homepage for troubleshooting.

Downloads and Installation

The Download section lists a stable release and a dev release, with version numbers and links loaded on the page. Pick stable for daily use; the dev release is the option if you want to test newer changes.

Installation commands differ by distribution:

Distribution How to install
Ubuntu (Debian) Install via PPA, or download the .deb and run sudo apt install ./ulauncher_x.y.z_all.deb, or open it in your graphical installer
Debian The site notes the PPA instructions are Ubuntu-specific and points to a separate Debian section
Arch Linux Available in the AUR: https://aur.archlinux.org/packages/ulauncher/
Fedora sudo dnf install ulauncher — the site states no dev repository is currently supported for Fedora
openSUSE sudo zypper in packagename.rpm, or double-click the RPM
CentOS 7 sudo yum install epel-release && sudo yum install packagename.rpm

Verify: after installing, launch Ulauncher and confirm the search bar appears and finds an installed application. Common snag: on Debian, don't follow the Ubuntu PPA steps — use the Debian instructions linked from the download page.

Docs, Extensions, and Color Themes

  • Docs — linked in the top navigation; the theme documentation referenced on the homepage lives here.
  • Extensions — linked in the navigation; the homepage describes extensions as a way to add quick access to scripts, searches, or community-built add-ons.
  • Color Themes — Ulauncher ships with four built-in themes and supports custom color themes; the theme docs explain how to build your own.

Getting Help and Supporting the Project

For bugs and problems, use the Issue Tracker linked in the navigation. The Support Ulauncher section offers three paths: give the project a star, donate on Patreon, or contribute code.

What the Launcher Does

The homepage summarizes the core behavior: fuzzy search that tolerates spelling mistakes, remembers previous picks, and auto-selects the best option next time; personalized shortcuts and extensions; and a fast directory browser — type ~ or / to start, then press Alt+Enter for advanced options. The site also embeds video tutorials, including an overview video and walkthroughs of extensions and custom theming, if you prefer learning by watching.