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which launcher would you suggest and why?
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I landed on Nova back in 2013 because it allowed me to assign secondary app shortcuts to icons on my dock that are accessed by swipe-up gestures. My hotbar has:
Haven't paid any attention to any newer launchers.
Swipe up and swipe down. I've used Nova since about 2013 too, I've tried countless other launchers and always fall back on Nova.
This is exactly why I use this launcher. Group similar apps together without adding their individual icons to my home screen!
I wasn't aware of swipe down. Not sure if it was added later or I just missed it.
Probably just missed it it's been an option for years
What's that Gallery app?
Piktures, probably the best one Ive ever found
Thanks! Unfortunately it requires Google Play services and even forces me to log in to a Google account.
Thanks! Never knew that was a feature of Nova