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Launcher3 is a specialized application that provides the primary interface for user interaction:
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
The launcher has evolved alongside Android's major releases: Used in Android 1.6 to 2.1. Launcher3 is a specialized application that provides the
Became the default starting with Android 7.0 (Nougat). Architectural Components Became the default starting with Android 7
It handles essential UX actions like unlocking the device, opening/closing apps, and managing widgets. Technical Evolution
A class that determines which applications should be visible in the app list (e.g., hiding system-only apps).
Manages paginated scrolling between different home screen pages. Influence on Third-Party Launchers
