The Launchpad is our software for Mac or Windows PC. This software receives instructions from the GroundControl Server in the cloud. By installing the GroundControl Launchpad software onto your organization’s Windows PCs and Macs you may create many Launchpads for simultaneous, distributed iOS deployments.

Windows 10 Launchpad
Os X Launchpad For Windows 10
Mac Launchpad For Windows

There are two steps involved: Install then Register the Launchpad.

XLaunchpad gives you instant access to all your shortcuts.Arrange apps in XLaunchpad any way you like by dragging icons to different locations or by grouping apps in folders. Simply drag one icon over another to create a folder. You can name the folder whatever you like when you open the folder.
If you are an iPad or Mac OS X Lion user and want an iPad style Launchpad for your Windows 7 PC, then check out iPad Launcher For Win7.It is an iPad style launcher which allows quickly launching applications.
I believe many people who have used XLaunchpad should be impressed with it. Because it can perfectly simulate your Windows desktop with the popular function of Mac OS and iPad desktop – Launchpad, a quick start function and effect (for example: place all commonly-used files, folders, applications, and shortcuts on a virtual desktop to quickly call).

Install the Launchpad

Below are instructions for interactive installation for Mac and Windows. We’ve also included instructions for automated installation, using a system such as SCCM to package and distribute the Launchpad software and dependencies.

Windows 10 Launchpad

GroundControl Launchpad can be installed on any Mac running Mac OS X 10.9 or newer. Ucec video capture software mac. Check System Requirements for additional information.

Launchpad is an application launcher which provides iOS like home screen in Mac OS X. We have shared 2 free software WinLaunch and JumpPad in past which allow users to enjoy Mac OS X Lion’s “Launchpad” app in Windows. Today we are going to share yet another freeware which tries to mimic Launchpad functionality.

Install the Mac Launchpad

Download the latest Launchpad DMG (choose one option):
- Log into the GroundControl Server and navigate to the Launchpads tab, and download using the Mac link in the upper-right corner.
- Alternatively, download using this link: /download/mac
Double-click the GroundControl Launchpad disk image to open
Double-click the GroundControl Launchpad app
Accept the prompt to open the software
Accept the prompt to copy the app to your Applications folder
Eject the disk image

Prevent iTunes for activating devices

If your Mac is running Mac OS 10.13.x or earlier, you must tell iTunes to stop trying to activate devices. This step is not required for Mac OS 10.14 and later.

Open iTunes, then open Preferences > Devices.

Check the box “Prevent iPods, iPhones, and iPads from syncing automatically.

Close Preferences, then quit iTunes.

Allow GroundControl to use a Proximity Badge Reader

Macs running recent operating systems may display an additional security prompt. “Applications” would like to receive keystrokes from any application. This prompt appears if you are using GroundControl Checkout features, have enabled the features for proximity badge readers, and are running macOS 10.15 “Catalina” or later.

GroundControl really is not interested in keystrokes from other applications. However this is how Catalina presents requests to access USB HID devices, which appear to the Mac as something like a keyboard.

To use these devices, you must grant permission for “Input Monitoring” to the Launchpad app. Open System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Input Monitoring.

Check the checkbox next to “GroundControl Launchpad.app” to grant permission. (If needed, click the lock in the lower-left corner and enter administrator credentials). If the Launchpad app is running, the system will remind you to quit and relaunch the app.

The next time you run the Launchpad app, it will have the access to hub or card reader you expect.

GroundControl Launchpad can be installed on any PC running Windows 10. Check System Requirements for additional information.

Install the Windows Launchpad

Download the latest Launchpad Installer (choose one option):
- Log into the GroundControl Server and navigate to the Launchpads tab, and download using the Win link in the upper-right corner.
- Alternatively, download using this link: /download/win
Double-click the GroundControl Launchpad EXE to install
Choose whether you will install for all users on the machine (recommended) or just for the local user

Install iTunes (Required)

GroundControl requires iTunes on Windows. The iTunes distribution from the Windows Store will not work, so please download iTunes using one of the links below.

Please note the links below will download the latest version of iTunes, which support iOS 14 and GroundControl v4.10.2+. For additional information or for support , please visit our MobileDevice page.

Once iTunes is installed, you must prevent it from activating devices. Please don’t skip this step!

Os X Launchpad For Windows 10

On the Windows, open iTunes, then open Preferences > Devices. Check the box Prevent iPods, iPhones, and iPads from syncing automatically.

Close Preferences, then exit iTunes.

Use these instructions when using a package manager such as SCCM to install the Launchpad software.

Download and Extract the Windows Launchpad

Download the latest Launchpad Installer (choose one option):
- Log into the GroundControl Server and navigate to the Launchpads tab, and download using the Win link in the upper-right corner.
- Alternatively, download using this link: /download/win
Extract the MSI from the Launchpad EXE with a tool such as 7-Zip.

Download and Extract iTunes MSIs

Please note the links below include the latest iTunes installers, for compatibility with iOS 14 and Launchpad v4.10.2+. For support for earlier versions our MobileDevice page.

If you do not wish to install the full iTunes (we don’t blame you) you can follow these instructions to install the required MSI.

32-Bit

Download the Windows iTunes installer: iTunes 32 bit installer
Extract the iTunes installer with a tool such as 7-zip
Locate and install the following MSIs in order:
- AppleMobileDeviceSupport.msi

64-Bit

Download the Windows iTunes installer: iTunes 64 bit installer
Extract the iTunes installer with a tool such as 7-zip
Locate and install the following MSIs in order:
- AppleMobileDeviceSupport64.msi

Silently Install the Software

To silently install the MSIs, please install with the following switches:

Apple support MSIs: /q /norestart
GroundControl Launchpad: /i

The GroundControl Launchpad MSI also allows for parameters to set Launchpad name, host name, and proxy.

GCHOST=	GroundControl Server hostname
GCPROXY=	Unauthenticated proxy:port (if missing, no proxy is used)
GCLPNAME=	Launchpad name (if missing, the PC name is used)
GCSHAREDDATA=1	Share configuration and cache with all users on this PC

For example:

Register the Launchpad

After installation, you must register the Launchpad using a GroundControl user and password. Below are instructions for interactive registration, which is the standard way to register a Launchpad. Launchpad version 4.9 introduces an automated registration option using a text file and registration token. This option is useful if you will set up a large number of Launchpads.

Launch the GroundControl Launchpad app. An unconfigured Launchpad will prompt for registration.

The default server hostname “launchpad.groundctl.com” is correct for most organizations. If you are using a dedicated cluster, you should enter the correct nam