It handles essential UX actions like unlocking the device, opening/closing apps, and managing widgets. Technical Evolution

A fundamental view that handles the dragging and dropping of icons and widgets.

Launcher3 is a specialized application that provides the primary interface for user interaction:

Part of the codebase from Android 2.2 until just before KitKat.

is the open-source base for the home screen and app drawer on Android devices. It is the third major iteration of the default Android Open Source Project (AOSP) launcher, serving as the blueprint for nearly all modern Android interfaces, including the Google Pixel Launcher. Core Functionality

Launcher3 Apr 2026

It handles essential UX actions like unlocking the device, opening/closing apps, and managing widgets. Technical Evolution

A fundamental view that handles the dragging and dropping of icons and widgets. launcher3

Launcher3 is a specialized application that provides the primary interface for user interaction: It handles essential UX actions like unlocking the

Part of the codebase from Android 2.2 until just before KitKat. launcher3

is the open-source base for the home screen and app drawer on Android devices. It is the third major iteration of the default Android Open Source Project (AOSP) launcher, serving as the blueprint for nearly all modern Android interfaces, including the Google Pixel Launcher. Core Functionality