Can I restore window positions on Mac after restarting?

Yes. Prefetch saves workspace layouts persistently. After a restart, open Prefetch from your menu bar, select your saved workspace, and all your apps will relaunch and reposition to their saved sizes and locations on the correct monitors.

How is Prefetch different from macOS Stage Manager?

Stage Manager groups windows but doesn't save app states, window sizes, or restore specific layouts across restarts. Prefetch captures precise pixel positions, monitors, Chrome tabs, and restores everything with one click from the menu bar.

Prefetch is free for up to 3 workspaces with all features included. Unlimited workspaces cost $29 one-time — less than a single Uber Eats order — with lifetime updates within version 1.

Free to start · No account needed

Your desktop,
on demand.

Save and restore your entire desktop layout — windows, apps, positions — from the menu bar.

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Free for 3 workspaces · $29 for unlimited · macOS 13+

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Cursor

Terminal

Chrome

Slack

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How it works

Three clicks to flow state

Stop rebuilding your workspace every time you switch tasks.

Capture

Click the menu bar icon. Prefetch snapshots every window — app, position, size, even Chrome tabs.

Name

Give it a name. "Dev Setup," "Design Work," "Deep Focus" — whatever matches the vibe.

Deploy

One click and everything launches. Apps open, windows snap into place. You're back.

Features

Built for how you
actually work

Not just window positions. Prefetch captures the full context.

Multi-monitor aware

Captures windows across all displays. Every monitor, every position — restored exactly.

Chrome deep capture

Captures Chrome profiles, active tabs, and pages — per window, per profile.

One-click deploy

Select a workspace and everything launches — apps open, windows resize and reposition.

Visual workspace manager

Minimap of your window layout across monitors. Click in to edit, remove, or rename.

Use cases

Context switching,
solved.

Developers

IDE, terminal, browser, docs — positioned perfectly. Switch projects without rebuilding your setup.

Designers

Figma left, browser right, Slack below. Save client-specific layouts and deploy instantly.

Everyone else

Too many windows. Too many tabs. Save the chaos, name it, bring it back when you need it.

Pricing

Less than one
Uber Eats order.

Start free, upgrade when you need more.

Free

Forever

3 saved workspaces
All capture tiers
Chrome deep capture
Multi-monitor support
Full deploy from menubar

Unlimited

$29

One-time purchase

Everything in Free
Unlimited workspaces
Workspace manager with minimap
Lifetime updates within v1

Less than a single delivery order.

FAQ

Common questions

What is Prefetch?

Prefetch is a Mac menu bar app that saves and restores your entire desktop layout — including which apps are open, their window sizes, positions across all monitors, and active Chrome tabs — so you can switch between work contexts in one click.

How do I save my desktop layout on Mac?

Click the Prefetch icon in your menu bar and choose "Capture Workspace." Prefetch snapshots every open window — its app, position, size, and monitor — and saves it as a named preset you can restore anytime.

Can I restore window positions after restarting?

Yes. Prefetch saves workspace layouts persistently. After a restart, select your saved workspace from the menu bar and all your apps will relaunch and reposition to their saved locations on the correct monitors.

Does Prefetch work with multiple monitors?

Yes. Prefetch captures which display each window is on and its exact position. When you deploy a workspace, windows are placed on the correct monitor — whether you're on your laptop alone or connected to external displays.

How is this different from Stage Manager or Spaces?

Stage Manager and Spaces group windows but don't save app states, precise window sizes, or restore layouts reliably across restarts. Prefetch captures exact pixel positions, monitors, Chrome tabs, and restores everything with a single click.

Is Prefetch free?

Yes — Prefetch is free for up to 3 workspaces with all features included. Unlimited workspaces cost $29 one-time with lifetime updates within version 1. No subscription, no account required.

Your desktop,on demand.