# Create Launcher

Build a professional game launcher for your application in minutes.

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## Step-by-Step Guide

**Note:** Since March 31, 2026 the launchers are **automatically created** on account creation.

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**Create New Launcher**

Click **+ Create Launcher** button

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**Configure Basic Info**

Set your launcher title and description

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**Customize Appearance**

Set branding, colors, and images in the **Customize** tab

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**Deploy & Test**

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Deploy your launcher build and verify functionality

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**Test & Distribute to Players**

Copy and share your <i class="fa-link">:link:</i> **permanent links** to your users \
(Automatically updated each time you deploy a new launcher update).

**Installer Wizard**

Installs the launcher on the user's system with a setup wizard. Includes automatic shortcuts and uninstaller.

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**Portable ZIP**

A standalone version that runs without installation. Just extract and run — no admin rights needed.

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## Launcher Configuration

### Basic Information

<table data-full-width="false"><thead><tr><th width="150">Field</th><th width="100">Required</th><th>Description</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Name</strong></td><td>✅ Yes</td><td>Internal name for management (e.g., "Windows Desktop Launcher")</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Display Name</strong></td><td>✅ Yes</td><td>Name shown to players (e.g., "My Game Launcher")</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Type</strong></td><td>✅ Yes</td><td>Single Launcher (one game) or Multi Launcher (game hub)</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Platform</strong></td><td>✅ Yes</td><td>Windows, macOS, or Linux</td></tr></tbody></table>

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## Image Requirements

When customizing your launcher's appearance, you'll need to upload images that meet specific requirements:

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**Figma Image Templates:** <https://www.figma.com/community/file/1578217481456529545>
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<table data-full-width="false"><thead><tr><th width="120">Image Type</th><th width="160">Required Size</th><th width="110">Max Size</th><th width="110">Format</th><th>Notes</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Icon</strong></td><td>512×512px</td><td>5 MB</td><td>PNG</td><td>Square (1:1 ratio), launcher application icon</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Splash</strong></td><td>960×480px (2:1 ratio)</td><td>5 MB</td><td>PNG/JPG</td><td>Loading screen image, same aspect ratio accepted</td></tr></tbody></table>

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**💡 Tips for launcher images:**

* **Icon**: Used as the launcher's application icon in Windows/macOS/Linux
* **Splash**: Displayed while launcher is loading, keep it simple and branded
* Use PNG for transparent backgrounds
* Test visibility on both dark and light backgrounds
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## Linking Apps to Launcher

After creating your launcher, you need to connect it with your applications.

If you need to [create an app click here](https://gamelauncher.cloud/help/applications/create-app)

### How to Assign Apps

1. **Navigate to your Launcher**: Go to Dashboard → Launchers → Select your launcher
2. **Open Linked Apps tab**: Click on the "Linked Apps" tab in the launcher page
3. **Add Applications**: Click "+ Add App" button
4. **Select Apps**: Choose which applications to include in this launcher
5. **Configure Order**: Drag and drop to reorder apps (for Multi Launchers)
6. **Save Changes**: Click "Save" to apply the configuration

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**Single vs Multi Launcher**:

* **Single Launcher**: Can only link one app at a time
* **Multi Launcher**: Can link multiple apps that appear in a game selection menu
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**Important**: After linking or unlinking apps, you'll need to rebuild your launcher for changes to take effect.
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