Introduction
Did your home screen become cluttered as useful apps kept accumulating on your smartphone? It can take time to find frequently used apps, and you may feel uncomfortable showing certain apps when sharing your screen. These are common frustrations when managing a home screen.
Smart Hide Launcher is an Android launcher designed to solve those problems. It lets you control which apps are displayed so you can create a simple, personalized home screen.
Simple, refined home screen
The Smart Hide Launcher home screen focuses on displaying only the apps you choose. By removing unnecessary items, you can access the apps you need immediately and use your device more comfortably. Grouped apps are combined under a single icon, keeping your home screen tidy.
Manage installed apps in a list
All apps installed on your device can be viewed in a dedicated list. Use the search box at the top to quickly find apps by name and see at a glance which apps are set to appear on your home screen. The app list is always accessible, making it easy to review or change settings.
Quick access to functions from the menu
The menu in the apps list provides access to key features such as adding widgets, display settings, wallpaper settings, and app-specific options. With everything gathered in one place, you won’t waste time hunting for settings.
Smart visibility rules
A standout feature of Smart Hide Launcher is the ability to set detailed visibility rules for each app—when an app should be shown. For example, you can set work apps to appear only during business hours on weekdays and display a different set of apps on weekends or at night. Rules are listed for easy review; if multiple rules are set, the app is shown when any rule matches.
To add visibility rules, simply select the app from the list.
In the rule editing screen for each app, combine date conditions (weekday or date patterns) and time conditions (start and end times) to create a display schedule. From simple options like "Always show" or "All day" to specific time-and-day combinations, you can tailor visibility to your needs.
Organize apps by category
The app categorization feature groups apps by purpose—SNS & social, work & productivity, news, and more—so you can find the app you need immediately. Even if your app collection grows, category view keeps navigation straightforward.
Place widgets and shortcuts freely
Not only icons, but widgets and shortcuts can be placed freely on the home screen. Combine shortcuts to frequently used web services with handy widgets to create a personalized home screen that suits your workflow.
Customize grid size
Adjust the number of columns and rows in the home grid to change icon layout. Use larger icons for a relaxed look or increase columns to fit more apps on a screen. You can also toggle app name visibility to achieve an icon-only minimalist design.
Backup and restore
Save your carefully tuned home configuration with the backup feature. When switching devices or resetting settings, restore from a backup file to recover your previous layout easily and confidently. This removes the worry of losing important customizations.
Try it now
Smart Hide Launcher serves a wide range of users—from those who want a tidier home screen to those who enjoy deep customization. Experience smart behaviors like automatic visibility switching by time and day, which can simplify daily device use in ways standard launchers may not provide.
If you have feedback or feature requests, please let us know via Google Play reviews or comments on this blog. Your feedback is the greatest help in making the app better.
