I’m not aware of a setting that removes the app badge from all shortcuts, only the Edit option you found already.

I’ve also not used launchers other than Nova.

I’ve used both and I prefer kdenlive

pfSense is great!!! I bought a Netgate router which comes with pfSense Plus.

OP, consider buying a Netgate router if you want no hassle, or if you’re up for installing an OS then you can put pfSense on a custom platform like ZimaBoard or Protectli.