This is the original version of SF Launcher. For the best experience on Android 4.1+, switch to SF Launcher 2 (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jackthakar.sflauncher), a complete rewrite of the original SF Launcher. If you're running Android 4.0 or you prefer the old version, you can still download it here.
The plus key for this app (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.alamoapps.launcher.plus) is now free for everyone. It currently adds support for icon packs, hidden apps in the list, and font options in the header and app labels. There is also a link to it available on the settings panel for easy access. Not all icon themes will work, but most ADW-compatible themes should.
Latest updates
What's new in version 0.5.8
0.5.8: Adds prompt about SF Launcher 2 on first launch
0.5.7: Added ability to export favorites and settings to SF Launcher 2. The process is initiated by SF Launcher 2, so there are no visible changes in this release.
How to install SF Launcher Classic APK on Android phone or tablet?
Download SF Launcher Classic APK file from ApkClean, then follow these steps:
Update Phone Settings
Go to your phone Settings page
Tap Security or Applications (varies with device)
Check the Unknown Sources box
Confirm with OK
Go to Downloads
Open Downloads on your device by going to My Files or Files
Tap the APK file you downloaded (net.alamoapps.launcher-v0.5.8-ApkClean.apk)
Tap Install when prompted, the APK file you downloaded will be installed on your device.
A: Just like Windows (PC) systems use an .exe file for installing software, Android does the same. An APK file is the file format used for installing software on the Android operating system.
Q: If I install an APK from this website, will I be able to update the app from the Play Store?
A: Yes, absolutely. The Play Store installs APKs it downloads from Google's servers, and sideloading from a site like ApkClean.net goes through a very similar process, except you're the one performing the downloading and initiating the installation (sideloading). As soon as the Play Store finds a version of the app newer than the one you've sideloaded, it will commence an update.
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A: Whenever someone wants to download an APK file from ApkClean.net, we'll check the corresponding APK file on Google Play and allow user download it directly (of course, we'll cache it on our server). If the APK file does not exist on Google Play, we'll search it in our cache.
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A: Apps require access to certain systems within your device. When you install an application, you are notified of all of the permissions required to run that application.
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User's Reivew
5 ★The launcher is great.
4 ★Great, i really like this
5 ★Beautiful concept.
5 ★Its a simple and attractive launcher with a very good feel. I particularly liked the changing background based on time. Some more things I would like are: 1. Grouping of apps in folders in the all apps pane. 2. Allowing multiple widgets in one widget pane if they fit. 3. Removal of bounce while swiping. But for these three - which I'm sure will get ironed out (the launcher is still beta after all) - the launcher is awesome and highly recommended.
5 ★I've tried more than a dozen of launchers and this is the most impressive one IMO. It is minimalist but not over-simplist. It is beautiful and elegant. It is not yet perfect as it lacks functionalities and customizabilities, but definitely shows a lot of potentials. All in all, great work, man!
3 ★The idea behind the launcher is great, but it needs some tweaks. First, an option to eliminate the bounce when transitioning between screens is a must. It gets quite annoying over time. Also, an option to arrange favorite icons to my liking would be a definite plus. Once these tweaks are in place, I might consider it as a full time launcher. Update: I've discovered how to rearrange favorites icons. The only thing now is with the transition bounce.
5 ★Love the idea of this launcher. Simple and useful. But one doubt I have: Can I add my walkman music player as a widget? I'm a Sony Xperia user. And I don't wish to download external music players. Furthermore, is it possible to add a feature for the user to arrange the apps in the 'Favourite' panel? Thanks.
4 ★Maybe the best launcher. Yes bouncing effect a little annoying but I didn t even noticed before reading the reviews. Only one thing. I noticed that is not compatible with S planner widget (galaxy note 3). Like all the launcher except for touchwiz. Is ther any update for this? Thx
3 ★Looks very clean and nice and works smoothly on a phone display. Unfortunately lagging visibly on 2560x1600 tablet screen. Rather unsuitable for tablet use in any case as the current customization options limit the widget area to relatively small stripe with huge header and favorites sections above and below it. Needs resize option for widgets, larget widgets area and maybe an option to put more widgets per one page. Is somebody still developing this?
5 ★Quite an original idea though one improvement I would like to see introduced is the ability to resize widgets and/or have multiple widgets on a single page (the 'thin' widgets make a lot of wasted space). Overall I would definitely recommend it even in it's current state.
3 ★Obviously, there are things that can be corrected like the fact that a lot of the features that would make this really popular, you have to pay for which doesn't make sense because you have to compete with wayyy more popular launchers that have awesome free features when you really don't have...well, any. The speed and sharpness could definitely be improved and you need more customization options but for the most part I like it. It has potential.
3 ★I really like this launcher and its layout. The only major problem I have is that when I change favourites icon sizes and dawn text colour, every time I open an app or lock my phone, it resets to default even though the settings say its what I set it to. A launcher restart fixes it but it's impractical to restart it every time. Nexus 5 running 4.4.3
