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v0.1.4

⚡ Velocmd Explorer v0.1.4

Velocmd is a high-performance system launcher and file indexer designed to bring a unified, instant command palette to Windows. Powered by a Rust backend and a lightweight Tauri frontend, it bypasses the sluggish native Windows search by utilizing an optimized, in-memory indexing strategy.

Windows power users have long suffered through a native search experience that is notoriously slow, bloated with web results, and visually cumbersome. Velocmd was built to solve this with a single, uncompromising philosophy: Zero latency, zero bloat, and total keyboard control.

📝 Release Notes: v0.1.4

  • Quick Access to Native PC Folders: Typing /pc or /thispc or /computer immediately shows direct PC Folders (Documents, Downloads, etc.) as the top result.
  • Private Mode (Beta): Triggered by typing the /p chip into the search bar supports: Incognito Web Browsing (Opens in default browser).
  • Common Websites List (/Web): Triggered by typing the /web gives a list of common websites to open in your default browser or you can type out a link to open as well.
  • Native Icons: Added more support on native Windows icons for files and folders, making it easier to identify them at a glance.
  • Minor Fixes: Minor UI tweaks and bug fixes.

🛠 Installation & Setup

  1. Download Velocmd Explorer_0.1.4_x64-setup.exe from the assets below.
  2. Run the installer.
  3. Note: Since this is an unsigned indie binary, Windows SmartScreen may show a warning. Click "More Info" -> "Run Anyway".
  4. Once running, find Velocmd in your System Tray or hit the master shortcut to start searching.

📖 Documentation

For the full feature deep dive and usage guide, visit: https://yashvardhang.github.io/Velocmd/

✨ Liked the app?

The application is absolutely free, but to keep us going, please Star ✨ the repository. And, if you do want to support further, you can always buy me a coffee! ☕

Found a bug or have a suggestion? Please open an issue! Your feedback in this early stage is incredibly valuable.

v0.1.3

⚡ Velocmd Explorer v0.1.3

Velocmd is a high-performance system launcher and file indexer designed to bring a unified, instant command palette to Windows. Powered by a Rust backend and a lightweight Tauri frontend, it bypasses the sluggish native Windows search by utilizing an optimized, in-memory indexing strategy.

Windows power users have long suffered through a native search experience that is notoriously slow, bloated with web results, and visually cumbersome. Velocmd was built to solve this with a single, uncompromising philosophy: Zero latency, zero bloat, and total keyboard control.

📝 Release Notes: v0.1.3

  • Realtime RAM Analytics (Stat Mode): Toggle the new Stat Mode in Settings to view Velocmd's live memory footprint directly in the footer.
  • New Velo Commands: Now you can also Velo:quit to quit Velocmd and Velo:close_window to close the active window (ctrl + w)
  • Flawless Search UX: Eliminated search result flickering and layout shifts. Implemented smart request sequencing and batched lazy-loading for file icons, guaranteeing perfectly smooth rendering.
  • Zero-Leak Indexing: Resolved a memory leak during index refresh using a new Arena-based memory architecture. RAM usage no longer spirals during heavy disk scanning.
  • Instant Wake-Up: Switched to a smarter background suspension strategy. Velocmd now wakes up instantly without the stuttering experienced in older versions.
  • Structured FAQs: Organized and expanded our FAQ section so you can get up and running smoothly.
  • Minor Bug Fixes: Minor UI tweaks and bug fixes.

🛠 Installation & Setup

  1. Download Velocmd Explorer_0.1.3_x64-setup.exe from the assets below.
  2. Run the installer.
  3. Note: Since this is an unsigned indie binary, Windows SmartScreen may show a warning. Click "More Info" -> "Run Anyway".
  4. Once running, find Velocmd in your System Tray or hit the master shortcut to start searching.

📖 Documentation

For the full feature deep dive and usage guide, visit: https://yashvardhang.github.io/Velocmd/

✨ Liked the app?

The application is absolutely free, but to keep us going, please Star ✨ the repository. And, if you do want to support further, you can always buy me a coffee! ☕

Found a bug or have a suggestion? Please open an issue! Your feedback in this early stage is incredibly valuable.

v0.1.2

⚙️ Velocmd Explorer v0.1.2

Velocmd is a high-performance system launcher and file indexer designed to bring a unified, instant command palette to Windows. Powered by a Rust backend and a lightweight Tauri frontend, it bypasses the sluggish native Windows search by utilizing an optimized, in-memory indexing strategy.

Windows power users have long suffered through a native search experience that is notoriously slow, bloated with web results, and visually cumbersome. Velocmd was built to solve this with a single, uncompromising philosophy: Zero latency, zero bloat, and total keyboard control.

📝 Release Changes

  • New Windows App Indexing: Velocmd also now indexes complex windows bundled apps such as Whatsapp/Spotify, etc.
  • Velocmd commands Prioritised: Velocmd commands and windows settings are now priortized in the search results.
  • Check for updates: Now by default, Velocmd checks for updates on startup - with an added button to check for updates manually from the settings panel.
  • Speed and RAM: The search results are now more consistent and faster, and it consumes less ram in the background
  • Minor Bug Fixes: Minor UI tweaks and bug fixes.

🛠 Installation & Setup

  1. Download Velocmd Explorer_0.1.2_x64-setup.exe from the assets below.
  2. Run the installer.
  3. Note: Since this is an unsigned indie binary, Windows SmartScreen may show a warning. Click "More Info" -> "Run Anyway".
  4. Once running, find Velocmd in your System Tray or hit the master shortcut to start searching.

📖 Documentation

For the full feature deep dive and usage guide, visit: https://yashvardhang.github.io/Velocmd/

✨ Liked the app?

The application is absolutely free, but to keep us going, please Star ✨ the repository. And, if you do want to support further, you can always buy me a coffee! ☕

Found a bug or have a suggestion? Please open an issue! Your feedback in this early stage is incredibly valuable.

v0.1.1

⚙️ Velocmd Explorer v0.1.1

Velocmd is a high-performance system launcher and file indexer designed to bring a unified, instant command palette to Windows. Powered by a Rust backend and a lightweight Tauri frontend, it bypasses the sluggish native Windows search by utilizing an optimized, in-memory indexing strategy.

Windows power users have long suffered through a native search experience that is notoriously slow, bloated with web results, and visually cumbersome. Velocmd was built to solve this with a single, uncompromising philosophy: Zero latency, zero bloat, and total keyboard control.

📝 Release Changes

  • Minor Bug Fixes: Fixed UI Glitches and Bugs
  • Recents: Recents now off my default to give a more cleaner look always. You can enable it from the settings panel.
  • Desktop/Active Tabs: Added Desktop and Active Tabs navigation from /velo settings.
  • !cmd functionality: Use terminal commands with !cmd in addition to /cmd and @cmd.
  • Reset Settings: Reset Settings button to reset all settings to default.

🛠 Installation & Setup

  1. Download Velocmd Explorer_0.1.1_x64-setup.exe from the assets below.
  2. Run the installer.
  3. Note: Since this is an unsigned indie binary, Windows SmartScreen may show a warning. Click "More Info" -> "Run Anyway".
  4. Once running, find Velocmd in your System Tray or hit the master shortcut to start searching.

📖 Documentation

For the full feature deep dive and usage guide, visit: https://yashvardhang.github.io/Velocmd/

✨ Liked the app?

The application is absolutely free, but to keep us going, please Star ✨ the repository. And, if you do want to support further, you can always buy me a coffee! ☕

Found a bug or have a suggestion? Please open an issue! Your feedback in this early stage is incredibly valuable.

v0.1.0

🚀 Velocmd Explorer v0.1.0

First release of Velocmd Explorer! This version marks the transition from a private project to an open-source tool ready for community testing.

Velocmd is built to be the fastest way to navigate Windows, replacing sluggish native search with a high-performance, Rust-powered in-memory index.

✨ What's in the Box?

  • In-Memory Indexing: Near-instant search results by scanning Start Menu, AppData, and System Settings on startup.
  • Smart Chips: Instant filtering using tags like /apps, /folders, /files, and /settings.
  • System Controls: Native commands for Shutdown, Restart, and Media Playback (Play/Pause, Next, Prev).
  • Instant Terminal: Execute commands directly via /cmd.
  • Global Hotkey: Access the palette instantly with Win + Shift + . (customizable in settings).

🛠 Installation & Setup

  1. Download Velocmd Explorer_0.1.0_x64-setup.exe from the assets below.
  2. Run the installer.
  3. Note: Since this is an unsigned indie binary, Windows SmartScreen may show a warning. Click "More Info" -> "Run Anyway".
  4. Once running, find Velocmd in your System Tray or hit the master shortcut to start searching.

📝 Development Notes

  • The indexer currently refreshes every 15 minutes or via the manual /velo:refresh command.
  • Focus is currently on Windows 10/11 x64 systems.

📖 Documentation

For the full feature deep dive and usage guide, visit: https://yashvardhang.github.io/velocmd/

Found a bug or have a suggestion? Please open an issue! Your feedback in this early stage is incredibly valuable.