Does anyone know of any gesture bases launchers? The idea seems pretty cool, im the kind of person who hates clutter on my desktop or home screen so on my phone I usually only have one homesreen with the power widget and very minimal apps. Having gestures would be awesome because then I could get rid of all those apps and just tie them to swipe based gestures on the home screen
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ADW has swipe up and swipe down gestures but not much else. There's also wave launcher but I didn't like it much.
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I freaking love wave launcher. Especially since I can go directly from browser to root explorer or script manager or gmail or any game. I have almost every app and a few settings in different folders and now u can even put widgets on the wave. Change colors of wave and labels. LOVE WAVE LAUNCHER.
Makes going from one app to the next seamless and.smooth. u can even put direct call or direct message to contact on wave. Seriously awesome.
I know there is google gestures but.its an app u open and write a letter on screen to search ur phone and apps. I prefer wave launcher. And if u use widget locker u can set it so u can use ut on lockscreen.
I use Launcher Pro (my personal favorite launcher) and it supports swipe gestures on any/all of the dock icons. For instance, I have my middle dock button (of 5) set to open the app drawer on press, but when I swipe upwards it brings down the notification drawer.
Pretty handy if you hide the status bar like me.
Palm Pre/Pre+/Pixi/Pre2/Veer lol I miss webOS gestures so much! If you're looking for those types of gestures, you may be out of luck.
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I use the DuckDuckGo widget for my searches as opposed to Google and would really love to be able to make it persistent like the Google search bar can be. I'm using Nova at the moment and it allows me to set Google as persistent if I want but it doesn't allow just any widget to be persistent, only the Google search.
If there are other launchers out there that show persistent widgets of your choosing please do tell me, if not if there is a way to make it happen is love to know!
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i m also looking for such feature...
Why not just add the widget to the top of every page? It's not as nice, but I don't think there are launchers that support that since it's not nearly as popular
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Why not just add the widget to the top of every page? It's not as nice, but I don't think there are launchers that support that since it's not nearly as popular
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Well the reason I don't do that is because it doesn't look right, for some reason making the widget persistent doesn't look the same as adding a widget to every page. I don't know how to really explain it. Try using a fullscreen widget like Business Calendars 5x5 widget, and stretch it to whatever you have your grid set to, and then enable the persistent search bar. Take a screenshot and then get rid of the persistent search bar and just add one by hand and take a screenshot. They look different, almost like the persistent search bar doesnt take up the phone width of the grid like a regular widget does.
Also persistent widgets dont move the other things on your homescreens doen as far as having to take up another grid does.
Ive seen Overlay but that doesnt really do what i am trying to do, it just allows a floating widget over your screen and floats it on top of what is already there. I am looking for either a launcher or a mod that allows me to change which widget I use as the persistent widget.
I know Nova can rotate the homescreen but it stretches the widgets out and cuts them off, etc.. so it looks horrible.
Are there any other better solutions for a landscape homescreen?
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Google Now Launcher + Xposed + Xposed GEL Settings modules will do landscape very gracefully.
Smart Launcher is what i use when I want landscape. Kind of a unique launcher, on the home screen, plus it breaks the app drawer into categories.
YrrchSebor said:
Smart Launcher is what i use when I want landscape. Kind of a unique launcher, on the home screen, plus it breaks the app drawer into categories.
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Thanks YrrchSebor,
Yea i was considering Smart Launcher but I am still on the fence whether I like the layout.. I am not sure I want to be limited on the amount of direct access icons i can place on the homescreen.
UPDATE: I am actually now using Smart Launcher for just a landscape homescreen when i want it. and the stock launcher for everything else.. its working out perfectly this way. i just placed a shortcut for smart launcher on my Stock homescreen, so i can switch back and forth between launcher homescreens with a single tap. I am using the Smart Launcher kind of like a Car Mode almost.. as I use my phone in landscape in the car holder... this setup is working out very nice so far..
What's your favorite launcher? Nova seems popular, and I use it, but my favorite one is total launcher currently full version unlocker is on sale for about a day.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ss.launcher2.key
It's not super user friendly because it's so customizable. Just an example with my screenshots you tap "net" it opens my web browser Firefox, but when I click on the flashlight now when I tap "net" chrome opens.
I've started using FastKey launcher and I'm loving it. Fastest launcher available right now.
I started using evie launcher. Replaced nova. Not as customizable, but very smooth. Low resources.
I like nova because gesture swipe screen up/down to open apps and notification. No need to tap app icon or swipe status bar, you can do it everywhere on the screen.
Is there any other lighter launcher than nova that have similar gesture?
oned_gk said:
I like nova because gesture swipe screen up/down to open apps and notification. No need to tap app icon or swipe status bar, you can do it everywhere on the screen.
Is there any other lighter launcher than nova that have similar gesture?
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Try FastKey, it's not pretty but it's brainless and crazy intuitive.
I tried fastkey, then i tried KISS launcher, KISS is better
I also use KISS launcher for a long time and satisfied with it
Twotems said:
I've started using FastKey launcher and I'm loving it. Fastest launcher available right now.
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Yes, fastkey is the best launcher for people who have 100+ apps, I have 684 apps installed. But the dev of fastkey isn't active now.
I like Nova with swipe gesture.
- Swipe right to open Google (using google companion addon)
- Swipe down gesture everywhere at home screen to expand notification
- Open apps by swipping up
- and badges
- popup menu
KISS is the best for me
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I like Nova with swipe gesture.
- Swipe right to open Google (using google companion addon)
- Swipe down gesture everywhere at home screen to expand notification
- Open apps by swipping up
- and badges
- popup menu
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Nova definitely.
oned_gk said:
I like Nova with swipe gesture.
- Swipe right to open Google (using google companion addon)
- Swipe down gesture everywhere at home screen to expand notification
- Open apps by swipping up
- and badges
- popup menu
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Same setup here and I've tried all the popular ones, but nothing comes close to Nova
Meh, I still think Nova is superior
Try lawnchair launcher it is customisable pixel launcher with blur option and supports icon pack ls and has swipe gestures
Been using Apex Launcher for ages. For me the key points are the ability to modify the grid on the home page and to be able to hide apps in the drawer. Would like to switch to a more modern launcher (and one that's actually maintained) but haven't found a suitable replacement yet. Tried Nova a couple of times but have always returned to Apex...
Nova all the way. I don't think I've ever used another launcher. And the weird part is I think most people prefer Nova for its gestures but I don't. For me, Nova's best selling point is convincing me that it isn't even there.
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Nova is the best! I use it since my sony xperia S, bqck in 2012
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I've used quite a few launchers before but now I have Meizu and I love their native interface so I stopped using another launcher
Keikai Launcher..
Search that in f-droid.org
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Just before Christmas my Mate 10 Pro received the EMUI 9 update. I enjoy using gestures on my phone,but they don't work with 3rd party launchers.
When I swipe up to go home the recent apps menu appears for a couple of seconds and after that it goes home.
Tried using the stock launcher but is feels so outdated and boring.
Is there a way to make gestures work with 3rd party launchers?
I use Nova Launcher Prime and Gesture Control Pro for as many gesture points I want. I also use Macrodroid to create macros that my gestures can call. All these work on unrooted phones. Of course, device actions that need root cannot be called.
With Nova Launcher, one can even create actions for each icon swipe, and enlarge icons for these old eyes.
hyborian said:
I use Nova Launcher Prime and Gesture Control Pro for as many gesture points I want. I also use Macrodroid to create macros that my gestures can call. All these work on unrooted phones. Of course, device actions that need root cannot be called.
With Nova Launcher, one can even create actions for each icon swipe, and enlarge icons for these old eyes.
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I'm doing the same. Both apps works great!
Is there any cc9 launcher apk files for mi a3?
Nova launcher pro, everytime on every phone ? Swipe up gesture to turn screen off, swipe down to show notifications. Widgets can overlap and resize freely. Has app drawer. I am not aware of other launcher with these (and many more) features.
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Nova launcher pro, everytime on every phone ? Swipe up gesture to turn screen off, swipe down to show notifications. Widgets can overlap and resize freely. Has app drawer. I am not aware of other launcher with these (and many more) features.
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You lose pie/Android 10 recents with Nova though.
For Android 9 I use Hyperion launcher
For Android 10 I use paphonb quickstep port (or lawnchair v2 early Android 10 release which is pretty buggy but usable)
garylawwd said:
You lose pie/Android 10 recents with Nova though.
For Android 9 I use Hyperion launcher
For Android 10 I use paphonb quickstep port (or lawnchair v2 early Android 10 release which is pretty buggy but usable)
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I wasn't even aware that recent menu has changed with Pie. Just tried it and to be honest, I prefer the Nova recent menu. But maybe I'll give a chance to and try some other launcher with system recent menu support.
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I wasn't even aware that recent menu has changed with Pie. Just tried it and to be honest, I prefer the Nova recent menu. But maybe I'll give a chance to and try some other launcher with system recent menu support.
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You will also need quickswitch magisk module to enable the recents view on custom launchers that support it
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Nova launcher pro, everytime on every phone ? Swipe up gesture to turn screen off, swipe down to show notifications. Widgets can overlap and resize freely. Has app drawer. I am not aware of other launcher with these (and many more) features.
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I have also nova pro. it really has cool features but i m looking for a launcher which without app drawer.
Stock launcher is good enough for me i like it, i use to use pixel launcher in my old phone, i already have pixel launcher in mi a3 so no need for 3rd party launcher
ethem606 said:
I have also nova pro. it really has cool features but i m looking for a launcher which without app drawer.
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Nova settings -> app drawer -> gestures -> swipe to open/close. You can remove app drawer icon then. It's pretty close to the stock launcher behavior. Or, Nova settings -> home screen -> new apps -> add icons to home screen. Then you don't need to use app drawer at all, all new app icons will be on your home screen after installation (you will need to add existing apps manually though).
Nova since 4ever.
Swipe up for drawer, drawer have one page and everything in folders, double tap to turn off, swipe down for notifications , counter clockwise for settings.
sotmax said:
Nova since 4ever.
Swipe up for drawer, drawer have one page and everything in folders, double tap to turn off, swipe down for notifications , counter clockwise for settings.
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Still like I said above you will lose the Android 9/10 recents view on launchers that don't support it. Nova being one of them
I'm a huge fan of Nova. It's the best launcher for Android ever made. But recently I've switched to Hyperion. It's really awesome. I really like the blur effect a lot. Immersive mode, gestures, screen lock-everything is there. It's the second best launcher imo.
I'll probably switch back to Nova eventually.
Another launcher I really like is Lean launcher. Super lightweight, super snappy launcher with not many customization options. Has Google feed & screen lock with double tap though. Allows you to hide apps & change the icon for individual apps.
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Still like I said above you will lose the Android 9/10 recents view on launchers that don't support it. Nova being one of them
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Just wondering, what's so good on stock recent apps menu? I use it only to switch between apps. The omnipresent Google search bar irritates me, can it be disabled?
_mysiak_ said:
Just wondering, what's so good on stock recent apps menu? I use it only to switch between apps. The omnipresent Google search bar irritates me, can it be disabled?
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Just how fluid it is being able to open the app drawer from the recents menu by just swiping up on the dock and the way it fits with the gestures of Android 10 now aswel it's just way better in my opinion. But it is completely up to the person and what they prefer themselves. I can't tell you it's the best coz each to their own.
Also thats pixel launcher that has Google search. Aosp quickstep launcher does not have Google search in dock
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Just how fluid it is being able to open the app drawer from the recents menu by just swiping up on the dock and the way it fits with the gestures of Android 10 now aswel it's just way better in my opinion. But it is completely up to the person and what they prefer themselves. I can't tell you it's the best coz each to their own.
Also thats pixel launcher that has Google search. Aosp quickstep launcher does not have Google search in dock
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I see, thanks for the explanation. So you basically like features which I prefer not to be present. Nova launcher with "old" recent menu seems to be the better choice for me. Anyway, going to try Hyperion, it sounds nice I'll give a chance to the quickswitch Magisk module too, maybe it'll grow on me.
Mine is Niagara, best simplistic launcher, best one handed launcher ive ever used.
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Still like I said above you will lose the Android 9/10 recents view on launchers that don't support it. Nova being one of them
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I suppose you mean recen apps, because recent in general is the same.
+1 for Niagara and Lines icon pack.
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I suppose you mean recen apps, because recent in general is the same.
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Ya and the way you can access the app drawer by simply swiping up on the dock. It just all fits seamlessly with the new gestures