Start an Application Using Launchpad
You can start an application using the Launchpad feature. This is often faster than using the Applications folder, particularly for applications that do not have a Dock icon.
Launchpad is designed to mimic the Home screens of the iPhone, iPad, and iPhone touch. So if you own one or more of these devices, then you are already familiar with how Launchpad works.
Start an Application Using Launchpad
Click the Launchpad icon ().
The Launchpad screen appears.
If the application you want to start resides in ...
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