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zgc7009

Reputation: 3389

Programmatically set what launcher is active

I have read around a bit on this and I can't seem to find what I am looking for. Basically, I want to create an app that switches between launchers at user defined events (for example shaking the screen or entering a code).

I have looked at Start Launcher Selection Programatically so I am fairly certain that it is possible to start the launcher selection tool, I just don't know if there is a way to change between launchers automatically without requiring the selection tool.

The idea is that, since I am practicing with custom launchers I often times leave one running on my phone to test its functionality. However, this can lead to unexpected issues I would like to quickly get out of by switching over to the default launcher (things like I need to quickly make a call and my "Make a Call" button isn't acting like I had planned).

Is there a better way to go about this if automatic launcher switches is an impossible/bad way to go?

Upvotes: 0

Views: 168

Answers (1)

CommonsWare
CommonsWare

Reputation: 1007296

I just don't know if there is a way to change between launchers automatically without requiring the selection tool

Fortunately, this is not possible, for obvious security reasons. Malware authors would love the ability to replace the user's home screen with one that did not offer a way to get back into the regular one.

The user has to be involved in the decision over what home screen implementation to use.

Upvotes: 1

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