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How to Set Up aNew Launcher

You can swap out your launcher manually through the settings panel.
You can swap out your launcher manually through the settings panel. Screenshot: Florence Ion / Gizmodo

It’s easy to swap out your launcher. Once you download the app, you might see the Android interface pop up with a question about whether you want to change defaults. If you feel confident enough to jump into customization, take the plunge and choose your new launcher as your primary.

You can also take the slow road and set up the launcher on the backend before making it your primary. You can swap between launchers using the multitasking mode on Android.

When you’re ready to commit, you can manually make the changeover. I usually search for “Launcher” in the settings panel and then select the Default home app option. Based on your version of Android, you’ll typically find the option under Apps & Notifications > Default Apps.

Now let’s check out the launchers you should play around with first.