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ATV Launcher: Technical Overview and Documentation
ATV Launcher is a streamlined home screen interface specifically engineered for Android TV set-top boxes, televisions, and tablets running Android 5.0 or higher. The software facilitates a unified execution environment, allowing users to launch applications designed for leanback, tablet, or smartphone interfaces through a single-click operation without requiring external bridging tools.Key Features
- Widget Integration: Full support for application widgets directly on the home screen.
- Optimized Navigation: Native D-pad navigation system for seamless remote control use.
- File Management: D-pad friendly file selector featuring live previews and application export capabilities.
- Customization: Dynamic custom tile support for backgrounds, images, and transparency.
- Icon Handling: Automatic extraction of native TV icons and high-resolution banners.
- Privacy & Organization: Customizable layouts including folder management, hidden applications, and password-protected directories.
- System Enhancements: Wallpaper support for devices lacking native framework functionality.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Minimum OS | Android 5.0 (Lollipop) |
| Architecture | Universal (Supports all CPU types) |
| Display Support | LDPI to XXXHDPI (All screen densities) |
| Interface | Ad-Free / Premium Unlocked |
| Input Support | Full D-pad / Remote Control Optimization |
Technical Compatibility Note
While the launcher supports a wide array of hardware, widget functionality is dependent on the underlying device framework. Approximately 10% of hardware configurations—particularly specific regional TV boxes with heavily customized Android distributions—may experience limitations regarding widget rendering. Users requiring this specific feature should verify compatibility via the standard version prior to full deployment.Version Updates and Changelog
Core Refinement- Refactored legacy code to significantly improve performance and system stability.
- Implemented notification channels for modern Android API compliance.
- Integrated a toggle option to show or hide the logo within the status bar.
- Updated the Tap Coordinates menu for precision widget placement.
- Extensive multi-language support covering 70+ locales including English (US/UK/IN/AU), Spanish, French, German, Russian, Chinese (CN/HK/TW), and more.