Software Introduction

If you are a Mac user, you should know the function of Spotlight, which is a search box that floats in the middle of the screen and allows you to search for files and applications on any computer. Racycast's enhanced version of Spotlight allows you to switch between applications, search for files and webpages, and a variety of other simple actions in this search box. https://www .raycast.com/

Raycast is a quick launch tool for macOS designed to enhance user productivity. With a simple interface and powerful features that help users quickly access applications, execute system commands, manage tasks, and more, Raycast is designed to minimize user steps and increase efficiency, making it especially suitable for developers and advanced users.

There's a tool called Alfred that sounds very similar to Raycast and is also a launcher, but while I've used Alfred, I've only used the free version, so I can't make a full comparison, and there's a lot of complex functionality (e.g., workflows) that people don't really have access to, but what's so fascinating about Raycast is that it can be quickly integrated with other services. Raycast's fascinating feature is that it can be quickly integrated with other services. Raycast is free, so you don't have to pay to use all the features.

Raycast Pro is a premium version of Raycast that adds AI capabilities, cloud synchronization, advanced plugins, and team collaboration to the free version, providing more functionality and an enhanced experience for professionals and teams who need an efficient tool, especially developers, designers, and product managers. With AI integration, cloud synchronization and team collaboration features, the Pro version can significantly improve productivity. SpecificRaycast ProAn introduction can be found in the official description: https://www.raycast.com/blog/introducing-raycast-pro

Product Pricing

https://www.raycast.com/pricing

Raycast Free Forever

Core features include: clipboard history, quick links, calculator, snippets, emoji selector, window management + more ...... Thousands of extensions Custom extensions Developer tools.

Raycast Pro $10/month

Raycast AI artificial intelligence, cloud sync, custom themes, unlimited clipboard history, translator, unlimited raycast notes, custom window management commands.

Raycast Team Pro $15/month

Everything in Raycast Pro, Unlimited Sharing Commands, Unlimited Sharing Clips, Unlimited Sharing Quick Links Private Store

Educational Benefits

Raycast offers a Pro Plan 50% discount for verified students. You can apply by filling out this form. Please note that the student discount only applies to the Raycast Pro Plan and not to the Advanced AI add-on. Form link: https://raycastapp.typeform.com/to/hSoIknLJ If you encounter an update to the form link, please open the official https://www.raycast.com/pro website to view the latest link.

Application Process

We need to prepare a U.S. .edu suffix ending student mailbox, only the U.S. universities are .edu, we open the above chart to show the contents of the list, click Start to enter the student information to fill in the steps, you need to answer fill in the following questions:

1、What is your full name?您的全名是什么？ This question is required. *

2、What is the name of your University/School? What is the name of your University/College?Enter the name of the school in English.

3、What is your student email address? Enter the university edu email address ending in .edu.

4、Which degree are you pursuing?What are you studying? What are you studying?

5、What is your expected graduation date? It's the date on which you complete all requirements and receive your degree

What is your expected graduation date? This is the date you will complete all requirements and receive your degree

6. What is your Raycast handle/username? It's your username that goes after "/", e.g. "thomas " in www.raycast.com/thomas. Note that our handles are case-sensitive.

What is your Raycast handle/username? It is the username followed by a "/", e.g. "thomas" in www.raycast.com/thomas. Please note that our handles are case sensitive.

After we fill in all the information, the successful submission shows the following picture: we need Raycast official review information.

Once we validate your data, we will send you a student promo code that you can use to get a 50% discount when subscribing to Raycast Pro.

Thanks! Once we've verified your data, we'll send you a student promo code that you can use to get a 50% discount on your Raycast Pro subscription.

Successful application

We're waiting one business day after 收到来自team@raycast.com发来的标题为:"Your Raycast Pro Student Promotion Code"Documentation of Student Discounts.

Here's your Raycast Pro Student Program promotion code: EDUMAILS.CN. You can fill out this code during the checkout process for Raycast Pro .

This is your Raycast Pro Student Program promo code: xxxxxx. You can fill out this code during the Raycast Pro checkout process.

We entered the coupon code into the program order page and it already shows half price of $48 as shown above.

common problems

What is the difference between the Pro Program and the Team Program?

The Pro plan is for individuals. It includes Raycast AI, Cloud Sync, and more.Team plans are for organizations. In addition to all Pro features, teams can privately share extensions, code snippets, and quick links.

Which model do you use for Raycast AI?

Raycast Al offers several LLMs from state-of-the-art providers, including OpenAI, Anthropic, Perplexity, and more. More advanced models are available as add-ons. See the pricing page for more information.

Can I upgrade my team plan to use advanced AI?

Yes! Team Managers can add the Advanced AI plugin by going to their account settings. Keep in mind that this will activate the plugin for all members of your team.

Does Raycast have a student program?

Yes, Raycast offers a Pro Plan 50% discount for verified students. You can apply by filling out this form. Please note that the student discount only applies to the Raycast Pro plan and not to the Advanced AI add-on.