Desktop App Overview
The Stardust Desktop app is a lightweight, native macOS application that brings your tasks to your desktop with offline support, global shortcuts, and seamless system integration.Why Desktop?
Native Performance
Faster than web apps, minimal memory footprint. Launches in under a second.
Offline First
Work without internet. Your tasks are always available. Changes sync when you’re back online.
System Integration
Native notifications, menu bar access, and global keyboard shortcuts.
Small Size
Only ~10 MB compared to 150-200 MB for Electron apps.
Quick Start
1
Download
Get Stardust from stardust.computer/download
2
Install
Open the
.dmg and drag Stardust to your Applications folder3
Launch
Open Stardust and sign in with your account
4
Use Anywhere
Press
Cmd+Shift+S from anywhere to access Stardust instantlySystem Requirements
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| macOS | 12 (Monterey) or later |
| Architecture | Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) or Intel |
| RAM | 4 GB minimum |
| Disk | 100 MB free space |
What’s Included
Desktop App
- Native macOS App - Optimized for performance and battery life
- Menu Bar Access - Quick actions without opening the main window
- Global Shortcuts - Access Stardust from anywhere
- Offline Mode - Full functionality without internet
Bundled CLI
The desktop app includes the Stardust CLI for power users:- Task Management - Create, update, and complete tasks
- AI Triage - Get priority recommendations
- File Operations - Search and analyze your codebase
- Git Integration - No system git required
Performance
Stardust Desktop is designed for speed:| Metric | Performance |
|---|---|
| App Launch | < 1 second |
| Task Load | ~50ms |
| Sync Time | < 500ms |
| Memory Usage | ~50 MB |
Settings Location
Your preferences and cached data are stored in:Automatic Updates
Stardust checks for updates automatically:- Check: Compares your version with the latest release
- Download: Downloads updates in the background
- Notify: Shows a notification when ready
- Install: Restart to complete the update
Security
- Code Signed: Signed and notarized by Apple
- Sandboxed: Limited access to your system
- Encrypted: All communication over HTTPS
- Local Data: Stored securely in your user directory
Troubleshooting
App won't open
App won't open
If macOS blocks the app:
- Go to System Settings > Privacy & Security
- Find the Stardust message
- Click Open Anyway
Sync not working
Sync not working
Try these steps:
- Check your internet connection
- Go to Settings > Sync > Force Sync
- If issues persist, sign out and sign back in
Menu bar icon missing
Menu bar icon missing
Getting Help
- In-App: Press
?to see help and shortcuts - Docs: This documentation site
- Support: Email support@stardust.computer