Accessibility Permissions
To move and resize other application windows, macOS requires that you explicitly grant Accessibility permissions to Launchas.
Why is this needed?
Section titled “Why is this needed?”By default, macOS apps are sandboxed and cannot interact with windows belonging to other apps. Accessibility APIs provide a secure way for utility apps like Launchas to:
- Read the current position of windows.
- Command other apps to move or resize their windows.
- Monitor when new windows are opened.
How to Grant Permission
Section titled “How to Grant Permission”- Open System Settings (or System Preferences on older macOS versions).
- Navigate to Privacy & Security > Accessibility.
- Find Launchas in the list.
- Toggle the switch to On.
- You may need to enter your Mac password or use Touch ID.
Troubleshooting
Section titled “Troubleshooting”If Launchas is not moving windows even after you granted permission:
- Try toggling the switch Off and then On again in System Settings.
- Restart Launchas.
- Ensure you haven’t accidentally denied permission to the “LaunchasHelper” if prompted.
Privacy Note
Section titled “Privacy Note”Launchas does not record your screen, track your keystrokes, or collect any personal data. The accessibility permission is used exclusively for window manipulation.