Does this download restore the old Launchpad-style app grid?

Yes. Launchpad restores a fullscreen app grid for browsing all apps visually, with search, paging, shortcuts, hot corners, and layout controls.

What should I read if my real problem is that Launchpad is missing on Tahoe?

Start with the installation steps on this page, then continue with the related guides for no Launchpad on macOS Tahoe, how to show all apps, Launchpad shortcuts, Launchpad folders, Dock folders vs Launchpad, Applications folder vs Launchpad, and Launchpad alternatives.

Download Launchpad for macOS Tahoe 26

Q: Is Launchpad free to download on macOS Tahoe 26?

Yes. You can download the DMG for free, install it on macOS Tahoe 26 and newer, and purchase an activation code when you are ready to keep using it.

Installation steps

Download the DMG installer.
Open the DMG and drag Launchpad into Applications.
Launch the app and enter your activation code.
Use your hotkey, menu bar, or hot corner to open the fullscreen app grid.

What you get

Launchpad is designed for Mac users who upgraded to macOS Tahoe 26 and miss the classic fullscreen app launcher. It adds a visual app grid, fast search, paging, keyboard navigation, and practical appearance settings.

Who this download is for

This download is for users searching for a practical way to restore the old Launchpad habit on Tahoe. If your real question is why Launchpad is missing, how to show all apps, how to open Launchpad with a shortcut, how to organize apps into folders again, or what the best Launchpad alternative is, this DMG is the fastest path to test the fullscreen workflow directly.

Plans

The Single plan is $4.99 for one Mac. The Three Macs plan is $7.99 for up to three Macs. Stripe handles checkout, and the website generates an activation code after payment. If you are ready to compare seats or buy, use the dedicated Launchpad pricing page.

If you are still comparing workflows before or after the download, use the guide that matches your real search intent:

Bring Launchpad back on macOS Tahoe if you want the shortest setup path.
No Launchpad on macOS Tahoe if your main issue is understanding what changed.
How to show all apps on macOS Tahoe if you want one visual place for your installed apps.
Launchpad shortcut on Tahoe if your real problem is one-step keyboard or hot-corner access.
Launchpad folders on Tahoe if you miss grouped app browsing.
Dock folders vs Launchpad if you are comparing built-in stacks with a fullscreen app grid.
Applications folder vs Launchpad if Finder is your current fallback.
Launchpad alternatives for macOS Tahoe if you want the broader option comparison.

FAQ

Is Launchpad free to download on macOS Tahoe 26?

Yes. You can download the DMG for free, install it, and decide later whether to buy an activation code.

Does this bring back the old Launchpad-style app grid?

Yes. Launchpad restores a fullscreen browse layer for all apps, with search, paging, shortcuts, hot corners, and layout controls.

What if my main problem is not downloading, but finding Launchpad again?

Use this page to install the app, then continue with bring back Launchpad on macOS Tahoe, no Launchpad on macOS Tahoe, and how to show all apps on Tahoe for the supporting workflow guidance.