Desktop Launcher
Desktop Launcher

Desktop Launcher

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| XOverseasDev

Play on PC with BlueStacks or from our cloud

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Page Modified On: May 01, 2025

Run Desktop Launcher on PC or Mac

Get freedom from your phone’s obvious limitations. Use Desktop Launcher, made by XOverseasDev, a Tools app on your PC or Mac with BlueStacks, and level up your experience.

About the App

Ever wanted a little more control over how things look on your Android TV? Desktop Launcher by XOverseasDev makes it super easy to personalize your home screen exactly the way you want it. With this handy app, you can quickly add new shortcuts for your favorite apps, so everything important is right where you like it. No hassle—just tap, organize, and make your TV experience uniquely yours.

App Features

  • Home Screen Customization
    Easily create additional app shortcuts directly on your Android TV home screen. Rearranging and accessing your most-used apps is just a couple of taps away.

  • Quick Access
    Got an app you use all the time? Pin it to your main screen for instant launch—no scrolling through long lists of apps.

  • Simple Setup
    The app has a clean, minimal interface. No confusing menus or tricky steps—just open it, choose the app you want a shortcut for, and you’re set.

  • Perfect for TV and Beyond
    Designed especially for Android TV, but if you’re curious, it also works smoothly when you’re running Android apps on your computer with BlueStacks.

With Desktop Launcher, tweaking your TV’s home screen feels straightforward, even kind of fun—it puts your favorite stuff front and center without any fuss.

BlueStacks brings your apps to life on a bigger screen—seamless and straightforward.

How to Download and Run Desktop Launcher on PC or Mac

  • Download and install BlueStacks on your PC or Mac

  • Complete Google sign-in to access the Play Store, or do it later

  • Look for Desktop Launcher in the search bar at the top right corner

  • Click to install Desktop Launcher from the search results

  • Complete Google sign-in (if you skipped step 2) to install Desktop Launcher

  • Click the Desktop Launcher icon on the home screen to start playing

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Minimum System Requirements

With BlueStacks 5, you can get started on a PC that fulfills the following requirements.

  • Operating System

    Microsoft Windows 7 or above, macOS 11 (Big Sur) or above

  • Processor

    Intel, AMD or Apple Silicon Processor

  • RAM

    at least 4GB

  • HDD

    10GB Free Disk Space

Note:

* You must be an Administrator on your PC. Up to date graphics drivers from Microsoft or the chipset vendor.

Desktop Launcher - FAQs

  • How to Run Desktop Launcher on Windows PC & Mac?

    Run Desktop Launcher on your PC or Mac by following these simple steps.

    • Click on ‘Download Desktop Launcher on PC’ to download BlueStacks
    • Install it and log-in to Google Play Store
    • Launch and run the app.
  • Why is BlueStacks the fastest and safest platform to play games on PC?

    BlueStacks respects your privacy and is always safe and secure to use. It does not carry any malware, spyware, or any sort of additional software that could harm your PC.

    It is engineered to optimize speed and performance for a seamless gaming experience.

  • What are Desktop Launcher PC requirements?

    Minimum requirement to run Desktop Launcher on your PC

    • OS: Microsoft Windows 7 and above:
    • Processor: Intel or AMD Processor:
    • RAM: Your PC must have at least 2GB of RAM. (Note that having 2GB or more disk space is not a substitute for RAM):
    • HDD: 5GB Free Disk Space.
    • You must be an Administrator on your PC.