Sheath Launcher under Android: What to install?

The regular interface of the Android devices is constantly developing. But, he still does not have time for application-shells from third-party developers. Thanks to them, the user can achieve significant comfort of its device interface and expand the functionality of its gadget.

In the last article of this site, we already talked about what a launcher is and how to install it. On this page will be told about the most popular of them.

Nova Launcher.

• In the list of launchers for devices on the Android Nova Launcher operating system traditionally stands at one of the first places. The popularity of this launcher adds a simple and stylish interface and minimal memory consumption. Nova Launcher is suitable for smartphones and tablets on which Android is installed above the fourth version.
• The interface of this shell contains the usual configuration of the elements: application labels and fields for placing widgets. Moreover, thanks to a special function in Nova Launcher, you can import the configuration of the icons from the previous interface. The possibilities of the NOVA launcher can be back up your system. What is a very important stage of updating the device firmware
• Here you can set visual 2D or 3D effects, beautiful scrolling and scrolling. When dragging the icons or widgets, a grid appears for better placement of elements. When dragging one shortcut, a folder from these elements is formed to another
• Nova Launcher supports color schemes, but this shell does not have additional decorations. Also you can not configure the size of the icons. But the width of the indents can be configured through the arrangement of the elements. It is also possible to set up the number of screens.

In paid version of the launcher Nova Prime. (At the time of writing, the article on the action could be purchased for only 15 rubles).

• Set up the size of icons
• Run applications using gestures
• Hide unnecessary applications without removing them from the device.
• Stop notification indicator next to application icons

In general, Nova Launcher is an excellent shell for your device. It is fast enough, without unnecessary bellows and unnecessary functions. For lovers of strict, but stylish design, this launcher will have to taste. It can optimally configure the main screen and docking panel. But, the greatest advantage of the NOVA launcher is the ability to create a backup.

Go Launcher EX.

• Go Launcher EX is another custom shell, without which it is impossible to do with the story about the launcher. At the moment, this popular 2016 version of 2016 downloaded from Play Market more than 100 million times
• In this shell, a cross-cutting scroll was implemented. In the settings, you can add multiple 3D effects and modify the transition scheme. And if you do not want to spend the charge of your battery once again, then the effects can generally disable
• In Go Ex, you can easily configure the home screen. You can install program icons, folders, widgets and other items. Conveniently implemented the uninstall function of applications from the device directly from the screen. The only inconvenience is to move the icons between the screens.
• Each user can customize the shell interface in its needs. You can set the convenient size of the mesh icons, change the background and visibility of the panels. Fonts, background, topics for folders are also exposed to
• In Play Market, you can download many topics for this shell. The main thing in such a "improvement" of the appearance is not captivated and not loaded the operational memory by unnecessary processes
• In advanced Prime version (399 rubles) you can adjust the management of gestures and get rid of advertising
• In general, this pretty shell will have to do both aesthetes and supporters of the maximum efficiency of their device. All that is necessary for the normal operation of the smartphone or tablet is already available in this launcher. And thanks to the sets of plugins and additions from Go Launcher Ex, you can make a comfortable shell for your device

dodol Launcher.

• Dodol launcher can not be called very popular. But, this is if compared with the two shells under Android. And it is impossible to do this if you consider that this launcher is still very young. The developers recently brought it to the Play Market directory. But, have already managed to "write" under it many topics and extensions. What can be considered a bid for long and successful support
• An important advantage of Dodol Launcher is its absolute free. And this applies not only to the shell itself, but also the extensions released under it. The only minus may be the support of Android from version 4.0.3. If your smartphone or tablet has not been updated before this assembly, unfortunately you will have to choose further
• As in the NOVA launcher in Dodol, you can import icons from other shells, as well as create a system backup before critical actions with it
• As for the interface, which will appear before you after installing the topic, it will be a "flat" and a bright topic without any beauty. But, if you want to make something more interesting from your gadget, then for this you have more than 10 options for those who wait in the hour in the launcher settings
• In Dodol Launcher, the default is only two screens. But, they can be enlarged in the settings. You can also modify the docking bar, menu and application grid, scrolling and other elements. In this launcher, the list of applications is well presented. They can be grouped by the installation time, make sure that applications are currently working
• Under this shell in Play Market, you can separately download font packages, widget list, icon set and other additions.
• There is no intricate animation, unique visual effects and other "beauties" in Dodol Launcher. But if you like a simple interface and uncomplicated settings, this shell will have to taste

Google Now Launcher

• If you are actively using Google services: find out the weather, use cards, Gmail, YouTube, etc. That in order to save time, install yourself on Google Now Launcher. Unlike previous shells, the launcher from Google is very demanding to the gadget resources and will only work on the operating system not lower than Android 4.1
• A feature of the Google Now launcher is the "Repeat" of the standard Android interface with the inclusion of some important functions. These functions include a transparent navigation panel and a status bar.
• As can be understood, there are very few visual bells in this shell. Yes, they are not needed. The only thing that can be changed is the background and widget management. Google Now is a strict shell of the main task of which is a binding to the services of "Corporation of Good". If it is more important for you to change the style of icons, the presence of unique effects, etc., then pay attention to this launcher. To all others - seek further

Solo Launcher.

• The developers described their Solo launcher in three words: "Just, quickly and cleverly." When moving between screens, 3D scrolling is available. In the settings, you can choose one of 20 visual effects. At the same time, the speed of transition between screens inspires confidence
• Under yourself you can adjust the grid accommodation elements and dimensions of icons. You can also change style, background, wallpaper, topics and other elements of the interface
• The minuses of this launcher is the transfer of icons to additional screens. This can only be done through the main screen. As well as the transfer itself. When you click on the icon, the context menu, which is currently not needed
• If you need a speed and functional launcher, then you will definitely look at Solo Launcher. With very effective work, this shell spends a little battery charge. And if you want something unusual, then in Play Market you can download many additions

Buzz Launcher.

Bazz Launcher The original launcher with the possibility of optimal setting under each user. By the way, using the function built into this shell, users can send their devices to social networks to which this launcher is installed.

After installing the Bazz launcher, the user can change the size of the icons. In the original settings, they are fine. In addition, it is possible to add a background. Moreover, it can be done for each screen separately. Yes, and the element placement grid can be selected for each screen.

IMPORTANT: Buzz Launcher has such a unique tool as the Buzz Widget designer. With it, you can create not only widgets, but also your own screens. To do this, you can select fonts, figures, images and other graphic elements in Buzz Widget. You can download them on the developer's website or in Play Market. At the time of writing the article, more than 500 thousand such elements are available.

Apex Launcher.

• Another very popular launcher for smartphones and tablets on the Android Ice Cream Sandwich operating system and above. Using Apex Launcher, your device interface can be made more functional and responsive
• As in the previous descriptions of the launchers in Apex, you can change the background, configure the grid density and determine the folder style. Moreover, you can remove unnecessary items from the desktop: dock panel, status bar
• Apex Launcher has a lot of settings for customization of the operating system of your device. Play Market can download ready-made packs of icons, backgrounds, themes and widgets. By the way, this Aluncher has the support of topics from third-party developers ADW, Launcherpro, GO Launcher
• This shell has wide support for gestures. Such as swipe, plug, long press, etc. Moreover, the user can use both the gestures already tuned by the developer and reconfigure them

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