What is lsd on a Mac? Which app opens which file
What the lsd process does in macOS, why it can use CPU or memory, and whether you can stop it.
What is lsd?
lsd is the LaunchServices daemon: it keeps track of installed apps and which app opens each file type.
Why is lsd using CPU or memory?
It is busy after installing or deleting many apps, rebuilding its records.
Can I stop lsd?
No; it settles on its own.
iconservicesagent draws the icons for those apps.
Common questions
Is lsd safe on a Mac?
Yes. It is part of macOS. lsd is the LaunchServices daemon: it keeps track of installed apps and which app opens each file type..
Can I quit lsd?
No; it settles on its own..