How To Fully Customise Android 2024! ( Best Launchers )

[@WhatGear]

What is your favourite Android launcher?

[@Notoriouswelsh_]

What launcher are you using?

[@Real909Demon]

Square home

[@privatenexus5764]

Lightening Launcher. Its now old but still puts all you showed to shame. a HUGE learning curve, and the default setup on install really sux. But once you learn and custiomize, I have yet to find anything close. It Rotates, transparencies, resizes (X & Y can be different, and then maybe rotated) can add code, folders in folders, and widgets within folders etc etc etc If you can think it, it can do it.I have used it since gingerbread and have never found anything that even comes close. But be prepared, you have to commit the time.

[@davidmmuench]

Nova Prime. I've been using it for years & it's just what I'm used to.

[@kennethstocks3096]

Nova beta

[@pedromarrero]

Microsoft launcher is the one me and my wife use is very customizable, it's incredible. 😊

[@lisasmith-cusaac8004]

Thanks so much for this video , it is exactly what I was looking for and needed, new android user , needed a break from my iPhone

[@barrelracer318]

I do have a Sammy phone and use OneUI. My favorite thing about it, how clean of a UI it is by default. Also mixing the Goodlock suite of apps to it as well gives you quite a bit more to be able to mod and customize. Finally have an effective way of increasing the lockscreen timout option. Just would be nice if Samsung would fix the Flow app.

[@alfredooliva5175]

oh God your THAT guy....Lame ass

[@evacody1249]

Wish they would put more of what you can use on the phones on the tablets.

[@barrelracer318]

@@evacody1249 yeah. And what is there, sometimes, isn't formatted to work on the tablet properly...

[@pjaypender1009]

@@barrelracer318 gawd I couldn't disagree more. Been using Samsung phones for years but the first thing I do when I get a new one is install a third party launcher because almost anything is better than OneUI. To each their own, I guess.

[@barrelracer318]

@pjaypender1009 yeah. Oneui can be a pain with how limited it is. But it also doesn't seem clunky. That was one of my main things. I used to use 3rd party UI for a long time. Especially during my time with the note5 and very early on woth the note7. But those ui would have issues with basic functionality of the phones added features. Not that oneui utilizes them ideally at times either. But none of the other UI could utilize the spen fully among a few other things. And I use my spen alot. So much so that I replace the tip in it at least once or twice during my time with that gen phone. But I do understand OUI is feature lacking at times compared to other launchers, and may not be as visually pleasing. But Samsung has gone a long way to may it just work good and reliably. Although I hate how much resources a simple wallpaper can chew up on OUI.

[@TrekAppsNSTEnterprises]

Thanks for showing my work! And this was a really good, informative video.

[@stevenmunden3875]

Was the title screen launcher one of yours?

[@TrekAppsNSTEnterprises]

@@stevenmunden3875 Yes. The Total Launcher stuff (the video image).

[@Harris_will_steal_election]

He made the Trek theme for total launcher cool theme if you can make it work I spent an hour just trying to apply it to total launcher and it kept saying applied but nothing changed so I uninstalled it and total launcher

[@wontsteal]

My measuring stick for Android launchers is a weird one but it works for me. That measure is: Does the launcher have the ability to nest folders? Can I put a folder full of app icons inside of another folder? The only launcher I've found that can do this is Nova launcher. It seems weird that in 2024 we can't put folders in folders. I don't do a bunch of customizations anymore but what I do use, Nova has. I always look at other launchers to see if they stack up yet but sadly they don't. Runners up: Glextor app manager. It can be used with any launcher as its app drawer and it has folders in folders. The only other app I've found is called "folder in folder". Good luck out there!

[@Chesemiser]

Yeah I had a similar kind of measuring stick, can I categorize my app drawer, lead me to using LukeLauncher, has it's issues but I have yet to find any others that can compare to it's app drawer, there a few, like Fast Draw, Ox Shell and Neo Launcher but none of them seem to have been able to quite scratch that itch for me quite like it does.

[@jaywest885]

I've been a Nova Prime user for several years. Regardless of the number of launchers that have come out since, Nova has stayed on top for the amount of customization options you get, especially for the price. I don't see myself switching any time soon.

[@Quietprofessional1]

Can you please share the total launcher skin that was given to you that you're running right now on your phone please? Thank you!

[@connorp8408]

Just switched to Total for the first time, have been using Nova since like 2014. Total is great, a bit of a learning curve. I honestly can't recommend it to anyone but the most heavy power user. If Nova had two screen support, I'd switch back in a heatbeat

[@Real909Demon]

21:35 the best one!

[@annanmanpaul101]

i still think no launcher can compare with Nova launcher is the best for me with all my phones

[@navydad82]

Same here!

[@2005_hadra]

I have a question; Do nova really freeze?

[@soulreaper1981]

@@2005_hadra not for me

[@LoneStarNomads]

Yeah I've tried several but keep switching back to Nova.

[@MySkilletfan]

Whenever they actually support folding phones better ill go back

[@TravellerRDS]

Related to the iOS-like launcher - there is an app that emulates the dynamic island, called Dynamic Spot. I have an Oneplus Nord 2, using its stock UI because it works perfectly for me, and I added this Dynamic Spot because it can replace the upper notification (for apps I want to) in a fun way. Cheers!

[@WhatGear]

That sounds awesome! I have to look into that

[@davidchilds1443]

Where do you download it from?

[@AM-dn1iq]

Play store

[@reubenpx1809]

I agree... I paid for the pro of this as well... The smoothness and customizability is amazing. I love how minimal it is.

[@umbrellacorp.]

I used Total and Smart Launcher already but I prefer Nova. 😎👍💯

[@mark211189]

I have been using the Microsoft launcher for years. Love it

[@Wsmith247]

If you are getting older like me Square Home is great, I don't want to have to put my readers on to see my phone and with square home you can make the tiles huge. Spend some time with it and make it look like Windows10 mobile. I miss Windows phone.

[@adithyaherath2000]

Nova launcher has more options than other launchers. Good stuff mate✌️

[@osviajantes0]

Total Launcher is the most customizable ❤️

[@jjesso94]

Nova is the best!

[@IDontModWTFz]

I won't lie. The best launcher to date is stock Samsung OneUI. If you have root and use sql editing, the customisations are limitless!

[@achyut333]

Alpha Launcher attracts me the most ❤ among them

[@sillymilly3137]

not sure which one like so going try a few of them and see which one looks nice

[@muhiburrahmaneducationhome3744]

Nova Launcher and Microsoft Launcher is always good alternative to Android default launcher.

[@Aleksandar.D]

"Everything is Google Play protect certified, so you are in safe hands" 😂😂😂 Despite this sentence, still a very good video.

[@BamaChad-W4CHD]

Great video. Some decent stuff in here. Thanks!

[@missU.727]

I used lynx launcher 3 years ago. Didn't know that it has a pro version now.

[@-Jake]

Beautiful video, gave me a basic understanding of each in great time. Thanks!!

[@eddie.antola]

amz video, btw I've always used One Ui cause i have a samsung but my favourite is microsofost for the AI search

[@journeyman6752]

I've using Nova for probs 5 years. I just got a S23 Ultra used it for a few days with the samsong UI but and going back to Nova!! If I try another launcher it'll be Microsoft. When it's free, "you" are the product. Anywhoo..

[@daliso8o8]

AIO launcher has been my go to for a frw years now....the customisation is top notch

[@muhiburrahmaneducationhome3744]

I rate top 3 launchers apps as Action Launcher, Microsoft Launcher and Nova Launcher.

[@RickyD1968]

Very cool but where did you download skins for total launcher ???

[@ericchin739]

Good Lock does all of this as well. You can customize literally anything

[@a1000island]

I never used any stock launcher until hyper os as it's pretty darn clean My go to launchers are niagra and square home

[@WhatGear]

I’ll have to look into hyper OS

[@snehalquest]

I like Nova launcher, Microsoft launcher, Smart launcher and O launcher.

[@flightofapaullo72]

Use nova for years now. I do miss TSF SHELL though.

[@dragosc8326]

I'll keep my Lawnchair. Why isn't on your list? I know, too many, right?

[@yaserdin2064]

So much new and cool stuff here. Think I'm gonna have a play around with some of these. Nice one! 🔥

[@proudsanatani13]

hard work appreciated 🙌 love from 🇮🇳

[@justaguy4real]

Excellent review buddy. Better than most

[@WhatGear]

Thanks 😊

[@FerDutchman]

So... most are subscription based? never mind than... lol it's crazy how every thing suddenly became subscription based.

[@starboy7151]

honestly bruh i will say you make such good vids we can all watch and enjoy a for all these times or years i been seeing aio launcher and believed it was just a weird Looking Launcher but you taught me with this video that dont judge a book by its cover cuz appearance isnt everything action Launcher i will try it aswel it Looks cool thank you plz try making best apps Like 5 apps per vid to keep it in a way in which it will be easy to get more for each week in a month

[@WhatGear]

That's a good idea! Thanks 😊

[@emgee44]

I had a look at installing the Samsung One UI on my Sony Xperia 1ii but no can do😢. I’ll certainly check out the others though, didn’t know I could change this so most useful.

[@WhatGear]

The Microsoft & Nova are my favourites

[@72Bohica]

Excellent detailed rundown. Thank you.

[@pjaypender1009]

I like to change it up, but my go to that I always return to is Square Launcher.

[@kennethstocks3096]

KZbin I’ve been using Nova beta on all of my android devices for years and it’s good

[@doobydude420]

We need to get you to make a video for the best launcher and customization for a folding phone.

[@shakahassan64]

What is this about subscribing to a launcher? I've not used one in a long while, and the notion of paying monthly for something like this is outlandish for me.

[@pjaypender1009]

Most of them are annual not monthly.

[@shakahassan64]

@@pjaypender1009 Thanks for the answer. But it still sounds weird to me...

[@wrightbytes]

What was that futuristic skin called or where did you get it. It's so cool

[@NYC_Goody]

For the total launcher, where would you go to download other people's themes? I may like to see what other people have done. The one you showed was a bit too noisy I think.

[@Quietprofessional1]

Yes I too would like this launcher skin please

[@reubenpx1809]

I have the smart launcher premium... I bought it coz of the music widget primarily but amazed by how light and supportive it is now. I'd love to try the other launchers too in this list.

[@MAD450r2]

I still use apex launcher myself. im using it on a note20 ultra. I use to like sweeterhome and sweeter home 2. but they haven't worked for many years. they were very customizable.

[@raazays1]

I love Microsoft Launcher. I don't know if its 'luxurious', but its what i like using

[@WhatGear]

lol yeh luxurious probably not the best choice of words 😓

[@fredbuchanan2560]

What is the skin name you applied to Total Launcher?

[@Harris_will_steal_election]

Trek theme it's free on the play store

[@patriq6666]

Niagara is the only way for someone who looks for minimalism, my top 1 since years!

[@jamiekulesa6592]

My launcher has to have where it's easy to add apps to a folder because I have a lot and I can name the folders. This is really the only must

[@Sherry_Armstrong]

My question is ! will these work on a andriod tablet too ?

[@StephaneBherer]

Yes

[@darthhexus7892]

What launcher do you suggest for a newbie?

[@BaadshaGuru]

I'm from India and I love your work

[@alexanderlong2082]

Niagra is an amazing launcher

[@metronizamismail406]

action launcher is the absolute best

[@surfaceworldoceanmaster2865]

IS THIS BETTER THAN GOODLOCK?

[@okartwork6176]

Wow what for nice Review, thx

[@uA_1905_hY]

Which Android skins supports Nova Launcher navigation gestures?

[@kennethJAO96]

Can someone help me find this launcher? It has a built-in notification history section which you can switch to the left and show all your history... I installed it on my previous phone but had forgotten the name of it.😢

[@Sanjay-ni9il]

Did you recall the launcher name?

[@RamlyJer]

I using the Action Launcher, I use it because I dislike my stock UI

[@broskie1]

Do u have a vid on wallpapers, widgets and app icons?

[@WhatGear]

No…but, I’m thinking about making one. Stay tuned

[@lavonnelogan3518]

can you do a video on how to customize the home screen like yours this layout is nice

[@DreamCatcher101-6]

Does those launcher affect the performance of the phone?

[@CoolNoob6202]

I'm using a Niagara Launcher with NothingOS icon pack😊

[@leochengsc900]

1:35 OneUI home can already stack widgets

[@Max86421]

I love Samsung Good Lock... 👌

[@deep_singh83]

Related to the total launcher, where did you download the futuristic skin from?

[@WhatGear]

If you jump into the settings in the launcher there should be an option for templates/themes

[@deep_singh83]

@@WhatGear aaaaah thank you bro

[@devlalvani9662]

Yes but what is the skin called?

[@DenerDoes_Stuff]

niagara launcher has a little typo in the chapters, it says "niagra". (please don't delete my comment for not using uppercases)

[@harshpatel1980]

Yeah there are many buyers for this car in INdia. Called for a review. Better anaylse cars that will sell more in India

[@EelkoA]

i like Microsoft Launcher, just Android no "Windows phone" look or something, light weight and lot of customization options

[@WhatGear]

It’s actually my favourite to. It’s a great interface. Love the ChatGPT integration as well

[@muhiburrahmaneducationhome3744]

This ms launcher is really first choice awesome launcher. 2ndly choice list nova, action, lynux, etc.

[@xeviusUsagi]

does alpha Hybrid launcher give you ads at all time? like you turn on your phone, search for an app and an add stops you? or only during customization?

[@Cincuenton]

What launcher youre using on your phone ? you show it at the begining of the video saying react ?

[@misterjunkie]

What's the name of the bonus launcher?

[@przemysawkalamaja3536]

Nova Launcher is the best for me, but I have a problem with Honor magic 6 pro. There is a problem with the icon showing open windows. Three-key navigation, square icon. Doesn't work. Could someone solve this problem if they had one?

[@MarkLennard]

How do these launchers work with foldables such as Oneplus Open of Honor Magic V2 ? Are they OK to use on foldables?

[@WhatGear]

I know Nova works really well...the others you'll need to test

[@svs.d.730]

Microsof and Nova Launcher Best ..

[@asan1050]

WhatGear Thank you for posting.

[@muhammedaliu9748]

Well u have a pretty good videos and i love dis particular one but d downside of ur videos is u not having links to d apps u review which leads us to no where cos of d duplicate apps on d playstore

[@BudgieFan101]

How do you remove the Bell and the Day Timer from the Notification Bubble in Android 14, it's unnecessary, and distracting, please may it be removed in future Updates, Thankyou

[@Bodestone]

Everyone forgets Lynx

[@mugen1philley]

I really like Wide Launcher

[@ahmadfodeh3413]

Microsoft launcher is the best and most luxurious launcher, and how did you go through it without explaining the left side of the homescreen and how much can you customize it ?? You have two tabs, one for the feed "that you can also customize to see your interests" and you have a widgets tab which is also very customizable and scrolls down ? You should have done your homework cause you missed alot on the Microsoft launcher even though it is one of your "favorites"...

[@WhatGear]

I did film a bit about that. When it came to editing I tried to get it under or close to 30mins and I lost that bit in the edit unfortunately.

[@ahmadfodeh3413]

@@WhatGear I see, but wed have no problem watching more than 30min m:)

[@luckystyx]

@WhatGear Thx for your hard work , from Styx, Medicine Hat Alberta Canada

[@Costar1982]

Someone help me get that futuristic skin for the total launcher

[@BigDaddy_BHJ1977]

Can these launchers be used with the foldable devices, like pixel fold, Samsung fold 4 and OnePlus open?

[@Stev-mi2fd]

If it supports the device...yes

[@pjaypender1009]

Yup. At least the ones I've tried, which is most of them. I use them on my Z-Fold 3.

[@Franzotm]

Smart launcher 6 is nice but on the free version u can't stack widgets.

[@Lysergi25]

Thumbs down for all the random copyrighted sound clips. Made the video too hard to follow.

[@kennethstocks3096]

I assume there’s no launcher available for iPhone still probably never will be right ?

[@camera7339]

In short which ones offer stackable widgets?

[@jasonvaldez7154]

im looking for launcher woth stackable wodgets and cover folders, any suggestions??

[@krisshaw9464]

I like multi search engine it needs work. But it's cool

[@Nioniosk02]

does this work on samsung tab a8?

[@dablakmark8]

where can i download that scifi skin you said someone took months to create.I would like that link please sir

[@jasonvaldez7154]

what third party app can be used for stackable widgets in combinazione with launchers

[@craigbrown04]

The messages on Ratio STILL in beta????

[@whenismoke6026]

Nothing beats nova

[@WhatGear]

Nova is probably the most complete

[@stormx8872]

I've been using square home launcher for many months. I changed the icons with animated icon gif and it looks way better. But now I'm using lawnchair launcher

[@joshreynolds5798]

Where is launcher in thumbnail