Productivity Launcher

Bite.

An intelligent, extensible launcher for developers.
Search files, execute scripts, and manage your system from a single bar.

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Deep File Search

Recursively search directories instantly. Supports Regex patterns.

System Control

Sleep, Shutdown, Lock, or toggle Dark Mode directly.

Scriptable

Add Python scripts as shortcuts. If it runs in Python, it runs in Bite.

User Guide

01

Path Navigation (Terminal-Perfect)

Bite treats your filesystem like a high-performance shell.

  • Direct Entry: Type any path (e.g., D:\Projects\) to start browsing instantly.
  • Strict Matching: We prioritize items that start with your query. Hidden files (starting with .) are ignored unless you explicitly type a dot.
  • Instant Tab: Press Tab to complete the first suggestion immediately without using arrow keys.
  • Auto-Enter: Hit Enter to open the first folder result.
02

Terminal Mode (t:)

Run system commands without leaving your search bar.

  • Prefix: Start any query with t: (e.g., t: ipconfig or t: ls -la).
  • Autofill: As you type paths in terminal mode, we provide "Instant Autofill" suggestions. Press Tab to "swallow" the path and keep typing.
03

Path Aliases (@)

Stop typing long paths recursively. Create shorthand for your favorite directories.

  • Usage: Type @ followed by your alias (e.g., @workD:\Jobs\Project_Alpha\src).
  • Deep Integration: Aliases work everywhere—inside terminal commands (t: cd @work), in the search bar, or combined with application shortcuts (code @work).
04

Shortcuts & Commands

Turn your frequent web searches or app launches into 1-3 letter shortcuts.

  • Search Shortcuts: Create shortcuts for websites (e.g., gh for GitHub). Bite automatically appends your query (gh bite searches GitHub for "bite").
  • App Shortcuts: Set a shortcut like c to launch VS Code.
  • Argument Passing: Type c @work to launch VS Code directly into your aliased project folder.
05

The Perceptron 'Brain'

Bite doesn't just record history; it imbibes your habits using a Naive Bayes/Perceptron stream.

  • Ghost Intent: Open Bite without typing. The top 5 items shown are what the Brain predicts you want right now, based on your current active window and time of day.
  • Contextual Boosting: If you are in a Browser, web searches float to the top. If you are in an IDE, workflows float to the top.
  • Privacy Mode: All behavioral learning is stored as mathematical weights. No raw logs of your activity are kept.
06

Workflows

Python-powered automation at your fingertips.

  • Access: Type wf: to see all your custom scripts.
  • Hot-Reload: Add a .py file to your Bite/workflows folder, and it appears in search instantly. No restart required.
07

Smart Clipboard

Bite monitors your clipboard to give you utility context.

  • Paste History: Search through your last 50 clipboard items.
  • Smart Actions: If you copy a Hex color, the Details Panel shows a preview. If you copy a URL, Bite suggests opening it in your default browser.
08

Multi-Command Bindings

Bundle multiple actions into a single keyword. The ultimate tool for setting up your environment in one go.

  • Example: Create a dev shortcut that opens VS Code, launches your dev server, and starts Spotify.
  • Activation: Type dev and hit Enter. Bite will "imbibe" the entire stack and launch all items in parallel.
09

Settings & Customization

Tailor Bite to your specific hardware and habits.

  • Adaptive Themes: "Wall" mode automatically syncs Bite's accent color with your desktop wallpaper.
  • Shortcut Manager: Create new 1-3 letter shortcuts. Bind to single URLs/Paths or Multi-Command lists.
  • Text Snippets: Store boilerplate text or code blocks. Copy them instantly.
  • Indexing Exclusions: Exclude heavy folders like node_modules.
10

Power Search Prefixes

Specialized engines for system and developer tasks:

  • env:[key]: Access your Secure Env Vault for API keys and secrets.
  • proc:[name]: Manage running processes (kill unresponsive instances).
  • port:[number]: See what application is using a specific port.
  • clip:[query]: Explicitly search through your clipboard history.
11

Developer Utilities & Math

A Swiss Army knife for developer work:

  • Advanced Math: Supports trigonometry, logs, constants (pi, e), and equations.
  • Live Conversions: Unit conversions for distance, speed, temperature, and live currency rates.
  • Dev Tools: Generate UUIDs, encode/decode Base64, or generate SHA/MD5 hashes instantly.