How to Uninstall
Steps to Uninstall a Launcher from Google Play
If you want to remove a launcher from your Android device, here’s how to do it:
1. Switch Back to Your Default Home Screen:
• Before you uninstall the launcher, ensure it’s not set as your default:
o Go to your Settings.
o Tap Apps or Apps & Notifications.
o Look for Default apps under Advanced settings.
o Select Home app and switch back to the original launcher (usually called "Launcher" or "Home").
2. Uninstall the Launcher:
• With the default launcher set, you can now uninstall the other launcher:
o Open the Google Play Store.
o Tap the three lines in the top left to open the menu.
o Select My apps & games and then go to the Installed tab.
o Scroll until you find the launcher you want to remove.
o Tap on it, then hit Uninstall and confirm.
3. Clean Up Your Home Screen:
• If any icons or widgets from the old launcher remain, you can remove them:
o Long press on the icon or widget.
o Drag it to the Remove option that appears.
4. Clear Cache and Data (Optional):
• For a thorough cleanup, clear the cache and data:
o Open Settings.
o Go to Apps or Apps & Notifications.
o Find the launcher and tap on it.
o Tap Storage & cache and choose Clear cache and Clear storage.
5. Reboot Your Device:
• Restarting your device helps make sure the launcher is fully uninstalled and all settings are applied.
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