PHNova Launcher
Nova Launcher is a performance-driven, Material Design-based home screen replacement for Android 8.0+. It focuses on balancing high customizability with optimized speed and smooth animations.Technical Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Android Version | 8.0+ |
| Design Language | Full Material Design |
| Permissions | Device Administrator (for optional screen off/lock) |
| Optimization | Removed debug code, analytics (Crashlytics/Bugsnag), and unnecessary receivers/services |
Core Features
- Subgrid Positioning: Snap icons and widgets halfway through desktop grid cells for granular layout control.
- Icon Customization: Full support for Play Store icon themes and custom color controls for labels, folders, and badges.
- App Drawer: Supports custom tabs, vertical/horizontal scrolling, and custom transition effects.
- Widget Management: Grouped widget drawer by app and support for placing widgets (e.g., 4x1 players) in the dock.
- Navigation: Infinite scrolling for desktop/drawer and a multi-page scrollable dock.
- Utility: Sophisticated backup/restore system and layout import from existing launchers.
Prime Features (Unlocked)
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Gestures | Swipe, pinch, and double-tap home screen actions to launch apps. |
| Icon Swipes | Set custom actions for swiping on specific app shortcuts or folders. |
| Drawer Management | Hide unused apps and create custom drawer groups/tabs. |
| Unread Counts | Visual badges for SMS, Gmail, and other messaging apps. |
| Advanced Effects | Additional scroll transitions including Wipe, Accordion, and Throw. |
Modification Details
- Premium/Prime features unlocked without requiring an external key.
- Cleaned package: Removed unwanted permissions, providers, and services.
- Disabled telemetry: Analytics and Crashlytics tracking removed.
- Optimized Widget Drawer functionality.