No support for other launchers? - Remix OS for PC

So since I use Nova on my Nexus and my Moto G, tried to install into a remix instance.
While it installed, when I tried to start Nova, I thought I saw a pop-up that said "no support for 3rd party launchers".
It also seemed as if it ignored the play store setting to not add icons to the desktop in the default launcher. That's kind of annoying.
Is there another setting buried somewhere?

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https://forum.jide.com/index.php?p=/discussion/198/how-to-get-a-3rd-party-launcher-to-work
$ adb shell
[email protected]:/ $ pm block com.android.launcher3
Package com.android.launcher3 new blocked state: true
[email protected]:/ $ am start -a android.intent.action.MAIN
Starting: Intent { act=android.intent.action.MAIN }
At this point, an activity selection dialog should pop up, which should list (among other things) the new launcher you installed. Select it, and tap "Always" and Bob's your Uncle.
If you want to re-enable the built in launcher, you can use the adb shell command
pm unblock com.android.launcher3
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You have to install a terminal emulator and enter the shell command, maybe as root, don't remember.

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w1nst0n sm1th said:
https://forum.jide.com/index.php?p=/discussion/198/how-to-get-a-3rd-party-launcher-to-work
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You have to install a terminal emulator and enter the shell command, maybe as root, don't remember.
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In remix os for PC this method does not work, I think you cannot use adb towards device you type on and on pre-installed emulator command 'block' is not found.

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This works but I believe its disable/enable rather than block/unblock
Well, works-ish... you can switch to nova but there's no wallpaper and no G'now page.

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w1nst0n sm1th said:
https://forum.jide.com/index.php?p=/discussion/198/how-to-get-a-3rd-party-launcher-to-work
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You have to install a terminal emulator and enter the shell command, maybe as root, don't remember.
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To access terminal alt-f1 exit alt-f7. No app needed.

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Maromi said:
To access terminal alt-f1 exit alt-f7. No app needed.
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Nice to know.

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HypoTurtle said:
This works but I believe its disable/enable rather than block/unblock
Well, works-ish... you can switch to nova but there's no wallpaper and no G'now page.
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You can get a build prop editor and change ronowallpaper true flag to false. I'm running apex launcher here
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bigr1979 said:
You can get a build prop editor and change ronowallpaper true flag to false. I'm running apex launcher here
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Already had that set; was using the alternative stock launcher/layout - i.e. file mode turned off.
Maybe the remixos.box = false interferes.

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HypoTurtle said:
Already had that set; was using the alternative stock launcher/layout - i.e. file mode turned off.
Maybe the remixos.box = false interferes.
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I have that set as false also
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What I've done:
1. Installed Nova
2. Opened terminal by alt+f1 (opens as root on default)
3. pm disable com.android.launcher3 --> worked , disabled
3. am start -a android.intent.action.MAIN ---> Starting: Intent { act=android.intent.action.MAIN }
4. Nova chosen
5. Computer froze, remix did not boot up again, have to re-install

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Adam Myczkowski said:
What I've done:
1. Installed Nova
2. Opened terminal by alt+f1 (opens as root on default)
3. pm disable com.android.launcher3 --> worked , disabled
3. am start -a android.intent.action.MAIN ---> Starting: Intent { act=android.intent.action.MAIN }
4. Nova chosen
5. Computer froze, remix did not boot up again, have to re-install
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Bummer ?

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The gui way to do this would be to freeze Launcher and My Home with something like ROM Toolbox. Then run the Nova/Apex app and it'll become default - I think each launcher will behave differently - Apex seems to behaving properly for now, but the home button (circle) makes the launcher (- wallpaper) appear on top of running apps rather than minimising to 'desktop' == that's the downside of using non-stock launcher.
tl;dr freeze the stock laucher app(s) to use alternative, with stock circle button = home & minimise apps, with custom = launch home on top of apps.

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Why not just use android-x86 builds instead if you just want a non-desktop interface

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Nova Launcher Working http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=65689627

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wireless adb works for debloater

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Remix + ZenUI The Perfect Combination
For me Remix is a great concept and makes large screen tablets with keyboards very usable. The notification pane, task bar and the ability to resize windows give Remix the edge on large screen devices. The killer is the lack of desktop widgets.
Having stumbled on the "no third party launcher" problem, I found this (and other) threads which helped no end. With a rooted device by far the simplest solution is to use a tool like TiBu (suggested in other posts) and just freeze Launcher 3 and My Desktop (or whatever that's called). After editing props to get wallpaper up and running, everything worked like a charm - a few extra tweaks to get rid of clashing gestures. Great!
I initially tried Nova - I am a long time user, but the one feature of Remix Launcher I like (no distinction between home and app drawer) is not available in Nova. Having recently acquired a new phone (UMI Super), I have been experimenting with new launchers and came across Zen UI. Nice minimalist launcher that suits my style of use very well. It has a "2 layer" and "1 layer" switch. 1 layer integrates the App Drawer into the home page. It also has smart folders and all sorts of other goodies. I had to tweak some stuff - turn off swipe down search gesture (part of Zen), set Zen to always start full screen. But nothing hard.
One comment - working out how to build folders in "1 layer" mode is a bit hit and miss. In the end I worked out to drag the app through the "app info" area then drop it on a folder to add the app to the folder. Do exactly the same to start a new folder, but drop the app on top of another app - both will then be in the folder.
Don't try and set up a layout in 2 plane mode expecting Zen to copy it as closely as it can when you switch to 1 plane. Zen just starts with a default layout again. Doh.
Now Remix and "1 Plane Zen" gives me the perfect combination. No separate app drawer and widgets on my home screen. And all the great features of Remix. Reaching for Nirvana...

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I used the SD Maid technique, used it to freeze the default home app, etc. so far, so good. using Nova launcher Prime at the moment. live wallpaper and all.....

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Try Line Launcher. Good oneand is free.

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Had desktop like launcher then when I turned it on now it has launcher 3.
How can I get the old default back?
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