Modesmith Minimal Launcher

Modesmith is a minimal Android launcher that changes your home screen to match your context.

Instead of a crowded grid, Modesmith keeps your launcher simple: clock, date, current mode, Now apps, Always apps, search, and a fast A-Z app drawer.

Accessibility Service API disclosure

Modesmith includes an optional Accessibility Service. It is used only for launcher actions that the user chooses, such as locking the screen from a Home gesture or opening the Android notification shade from a Home gesture or dock action.

Modesmith is a launcher, not an accessibility tool. It does not use Accessibility access to read screen content, collect text, monitor other apps, track user actions, record audio, perform remote actions, or collect/share personal data. The service is not required for normal launcher use and can be disabled at any time from Android Accessibility settings.

Before opening Android Accessibility settings, Modesmith shows an in-app disclosure explaining why the permission is requested.

Why use Modesmith

- Context-aware home screen: show different favorite apps for each mode.

- Schedules: switch modes automatically by time, day, priority, and overnight rules.

- Manual mode switching: override the active mode when plans change.

- Always apps: keep essential apps visible across every mode.

- Fast app launch: search installed apps or jump by letter from the right-edge rail.

- Work profile support: surface work apps in Work mode when Android exposes them.

- Guest Mode: keep a neutral launcher setup for lending your phone.

- Privacy controls: hide selected apps or show only the apps chosen for a mode.

- Personalization: set mode colors, wallpapers, widgets, badges, gestures, and app ordering.

- Backup and import: export your launcher setup locally and restore it later.

Modesmith is designed for people who want a calmer Android home screen without losing speed. It works well as a productivity launcher, focus launcher, work launcher, or minimalist app drawer for everyday use.

Build a Home mode for evenings, a Work mode for office hours, a Focus mode with only essentials, and a Guest mode for privacy. Modes and schedules help your phone present the right apps at the right time, so your home screen stays useful without turning into a wall of icons.