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The CHIP editorial team says:
The freeware Wox is a small, practical tool with which you can get a multifunctional search bar on your Windows computer.
With the Wox Launcher you can add a search bar to your Windows operating system, with which you can not only search your computer, but also search directly on the web. The stylish tool can also be used to start programs, carry out calculations, use the command line and do much more in a time-saving manner.
Wox Launcher: strong alternative to Windows search
After installing Wox, the search bar can be opened by default using the keyboard shortcut [ALT] + [Leertaste] call. You can now easily search your computer using the search field. Wox lists suitable files as well as executable programs or Windows features. The window can be moved freely across the desktop and can be hidden again using the same key combination as it was used to open it.
The plug-ins offered are particularly strong and can be used to greatly expand the range of functions of the tool.
CHIP conclusion on Wox – desktop search
Wox is a strong alternative to regular Windows search. Thanks to the practical plug-ins, the free launcher lets you operate your PC more efficiently.
