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MinimalSF

Fast, minimal, monochrome home screen. Type to launch. No ads, no tracking.
New in version 1.2.2
• New app ID (io.github.dhiraj_j_s.minimalsf) to avoid a clash with another app
• Installs as a new app: set it as home, then uninstall the old version
MinimalSF is a lightweight black & white home screen built for speed. Start typing and the app you want opens - often before you finish the name.

Type to launch

  • Keyboard is ready as soon as you're home

  • One match opens on its own after a short, adjustable delay

  • Press enter to open the top result; results are ranked by best match

  • Custom keywords per app (e.g. "wa" for WhatsApp) and hide apps from search



Gestures

  • Double tap, long press, and swipe left / right / up / down

  • Open an app, call a contact, run an app shortcut, open a specific app screen, toggle the flashlight, open the camera, control music, lock the screen, open notifications or quick settings

  • Saves "add to home screen" shortcuts from other apps, including Activity Launcher



On the home screen

  • Large clock (tap for alarms) and date

  • Optional screen time for today, with your top apps

  • Optional now playing bar: tap to play/pause, swipe to skip

  • Inline todo list



Make it yours

  • Fonts: monospace, clean, your phone's font, free Google Fonts, or import a .ttf/.otf - plus bold

  • Font and clock size, 12/24h clock, search bar at the top or bottom



Private

  • No internet permission, no ads, no analytics, no tracking

  • Everything is stored on your device



Optional features need permissions you grant yourself: accessibility (only used to lock the screen), notification access (now playing bar) and usage access (screen time). Font downloads use Google Play services when it's installed.
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Versions

Although APK downloads are available below to give you the choice, you should be aware that by installing that way you will not receive update notifications and it's a less secure way to download. We recommend that you install the F-Droid client and use that.

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  • Version 1.2.2 (5) suggested Added on Oct 16, 2026

    This version requires Android 8.0 or newer.

    It is built and signed by the original developer, and guaranteed to correspond to this source tarball.

    Permissions
    • directly call phone numbers
      Allows the app to call phone numbers without your intervention. This may result in unexpected charges or calls. Note that this doesn't allow the app to call emergency numbers. Malicious apps may cost you money by making calls without your confirmation.
    • expand/collapse status bar
      Allows the app to expand or collapse the status bar.
    • android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS
    • request delete packages
      Allows an application to request deletion of packages.
    • set an alarm
      Allows the app to set an alarm in an installed alarm clock app. Some alarm clock apps may not implement this feature.
    • io.github.dhiraj_j_s.minimalsf.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

    Download APK 1.6 MiB PGP Signature | Build Log

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