DMT Launcher & Magic Words: Launch Apps Exactly Where You Want
Stop dragging windows into place every morning. Teach DMT a few magic words and your workspace builds itself.
How magic words work
- Open the Launcher module in DMT options and add a magic word — e.g.
dev. - Point it at a program (or website URL, or another DMT action).
- Set the start position: choose the monitor, coordinates, and window state (normal, maximized, minimized).
- Trigger it: press your launcher hotkey, type
dev, hit Enter. The app opens exactly where you put it.
A morning routine in three words
mail → email client, maximized, monitor 2.dev → code editor left half of monitor 1, terminal right half.music → music app minimized to tray.
Three words, zero dragging.
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Pro tips
- Create a
morningmagic word that launches a sequence — DMT can run multiple actions from one word. - Websites work too:
dashcan open your analytics dashboard in the browser, positioned on the vertical monitor. - Keep words short and collision-free:
mbeatsmyemailclient.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are magic words in DMT?
Short text commands you type to launch programs, open websites, or run DMT actions — each with a pre-configured window position and size on the monitor you choose.
Can magic words position windows on a specific monitor?
Yes — that’s the point. Each magic word stores the target monitor, position, and size, so typing “mail” can open your email client maximized on monitor 2 every time.
Is the launcher a Start Menu replacement?
It can be. Many users bind one global hotkey to pop the launcher and rarely touch the Start Menu again.
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