Craft Apps Guide

ArtCraft Launcher:
Install & Update Apps

ArtCraft Launcher is the official app manager for the Crafting Apps. Use it to install, open and update PhotoCraft, VectorCraft and the rest of the suite from one place. Start with the installer that matches your computer, then add your first app.

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Official project screenshot

Choose Your Installer

Windows

.msi installer or portable .zip; choose x64, ARM64 or x86.

macOS

Universal .dmg for Apple silicon and Intel Macs.

Linux

AppImage, DEB, RPM or Flatpak for your distribution.

Install ArtCraft Launcher

SystemInstall stepsResult
WindowsOpen the .msi and complete the installer.Launcher appears in your apps list.
macOSOpen the .dmg and move Launcher to Applications.Launcher opens from Applications.
LinuxInstall the DEB/RPM/Flatpak or run AppImage.Launcher starts from your app menu or file.

Install Your First Craft App

GOAL Use Launcher to install PhotoCraft, open it and find the update control later.

1

Open Launcher

Start ArtCraft Launcher from your computer.

CHECK

The app list is visible.

2

Find PhotoCraft

Choose PhotoCraft from the Grid or Table view.

CHECK

The correct app details are shown.

3

Install the app

Select the available Install action.

CHECK

The app moves to installed state.

4

Open PhotoCraft

Use the Open action in Launcher.

CHECK

PhotoCraft starts on your computer.

Update & Manage Apps

ArtCraft Launcher Table view showing app status
Official project screenshot

Keep apps current

Launcher shows installed apps, versions and available updates. Close an app before updating it, then reopen it when the update completes.

The Table view gives a compact way to scan the app list and update status.

Troubleshooting & FAQ

Cannot find the app
Check Installed and search for the app name.
Wrong installer
Return to official releases and choose the build for your OS and CPU.
Update does not finish
Close the running app, then retry in Launcher.