Raycast
Raycast, formerly known as Careless, is a B2B productivity tool based in London, England, designed to enhance non-coding tasks for engineering teams through a customizable launcher and various system management features.
Company Overview
Raycast is a B2B company in the productivity sub-industry, headquartered in London, England, United Kingdom, with a 17-member team working remotely. The company facilitates a more efficient workflow for engineering teams, providing tools that streamline non-coding tasks. Raycast was previously known under the name 'Careless' and is part of the Y-Combinator W20 batch.
Product Features
Raycast provides a launcher designed to be lightweight and efficient, enabling users to complete tasks, perform calculations, and share common links instantly. It allows for managing meetings and joining calls via the 'My Schedule' command. The system supports macOS Shortcuts for quick access to commands, and includes window management for desktop organization. Other features include a calculator for math expressions and unit conversions, clipboard history, and snippets for frequently typed text. Raycast prioritizes security with encrypted local storage.
Extensions Store
Raycast offers a store where users can discover and install community-developed extensions. These extensions expand the functionality of Raycast, allowing for tasks such as connecting to web APIs, controlling applications, and more. Users can also create custom extensions using the provided API, further personalizing their workflow.
Pro Version Features
Raycast offers a Pro version that includes additional features to enhance user productivity. This version provides AI capabilities, custom themes, and cloud sync for a more personalized and connected experience. The Pro version is designed to cater to advanced user needs while maintaining the core lightweight and efficient performance of Raycast.
Community and Updates
Raycast emphasizes community-driven development with open-source contributions playing a key role in its growth. The latest available version is 1.68.1, ensuring users have access to the most recent updates and features. Raycast also offers branded apparel, fostering a sense of community among its users.