Metro UI Launcher 8.1
Metro UI Launcher 8.1 is made and published by Mobile Software Solutions Knoll. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with Mobile Software Solutions Knoll. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to Mobile Software Solutions Knoll and are shown as published on Google Play.
AppBrain's verdict
EstablishedPopularLoved by users- Rating on Google Play
- 4.54
- 24,899 ratings
- Installs
- 2.1 million
- Last updated
- May 12, 2018
- Ads
- Contains ads
- Size
- 16.4 MB
Metro UI Launcher 8.1 is popular, with 2.1 million installs. Users love it: 4.5 stars from 24,899 ratings.
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Store listing
By Mobile Software Solutions Knoll, from Google Play“Manage your homescreen in the unique Metro design.”
Description by Mobile Software Solutions Knoll Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
(Inspired by Windows 8 Modern UI ®) .
Features:
# Beautiful metro homescreen
# Personalize your homescreen with your favourite Apps, Contacts and Widgets.
# Rearange tiles with drag'n'drop.
# Sidebar in Charmbar®-style
# Fast access to your main functions: Internet, Store, Contacts, etc.
# See your recent opened apps
# Customize your background with (live) wallpaper
# Change displayed account name and image
# Optimized for tablets and smartphones
# Quick-search via sidebar
# Customize your launcher with lot of settings
Other than in other launchers, this launcher is not imitating Windows Phone ®, but a similar design to the Windows 8 Surface ®
Free-Version restrictions
The Free version is limited. Widgets aren't part of the free version. Personal adjustments can be made, but will be restored after 15 minutes.
If you don't want any limitation, please buy the Pro Version which is available in the Store.
Please keep in mind that this launcher is still in development
Stay tuned for upcoming changes
FAQ:
#How can I start this App?
- In fact it's an Launcher, you can simply start it with the home-button and select this Launcher.
If you already selected a other default launcher, you first have to clear the default config in your settings.
# How can I add apps to homescreen?
- Open the appdrawer by click on "Start". If you long press on an app, you can add it to your homescreen with "Pin to Start".
# How can I open Settings of this App?
There are two ways:
- Open the charmbar and select settings.
- Click on the account on the top right corner and select “Settings”
# How to rearrange tiles:
- Swipe vertical on a tile to rearrange them. You can swap two tiles of the SAME size.
# How to customize tiles:
- Long press on a tile. A bar at the bottom appears, where the tile can be configured.
# How can I open the Charmbar®?
- Simple slide on the homescreen your finger from the right screen edge to the middle of the screen. Then the Charmbar® should be appear on the right side.
# How I can reach all my apps.
- There are some methods:
1.) Click on "Start" on the left top corner of the home screen
2.) Open your Charmbar and select "Search" or "Start"
#Where is the desktop?
- We won't provide any kind of Windows Desktop, because this is only the Metro Modern UI®.
# How can I uninstall this launcher?
- Go to your settings, select this application and uninstall application
# I have a lot of suggestions and improvements
- Please leave a comment in the store,community or contact us via mail. Thank you very much
# Can it handle multi windows?
- NO, this functionality cannot be supported in our launcher
# Can it run Windows 8 apps?
- NO, this an ANDROID launcher (homescreen replacement)
# Why you don't make it like the original Windows 8?
- We don't want to clone a Windows 8 for Android, but provide the Metro interface for your Android Homescreen. There won't be any Desktop implementation. Also, not every functionality can be provided, because this is NOT Windows 8.1 ®.
Before you are able to use this app, you must agree to the terms of use and privacy policy
Safety and technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- Contains ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 41
- App size
- 16.4 MB
- Needs Android
- 5.0+
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by Metro UI Launcher 8.1
Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Version
- 3.0.0.788
- Launched
- March 2013
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Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 85
- Play install range
- 1+ million
- Launched
- March 2013
Installs over time
Metro UI Launcher 8.1 has been installed 2.1 million times. Over the past 30 days, it has been installed 85 times.
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About the app and developer
About Metro UI Launcher 8.1
Metro UI Launcher 8.1 is a personalization app developed by Mobile Software Solutions Knoll.
Download Statistics
Metro UI Launcher 8.1 has been downloaded 2.1 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 85 times.
User Ratings
Metro UI Launcher 8.1 is rated 4.54 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 25 thousand ratings.
App Information
Metro UI Launcher 8.1 is freely available from Google Play. The APK size is 16.39 MB. The latest APK version available is 3.0.0.788. The last update was on May 12, 2018.
Technical Requirements
Metro UI Launcher 8.1 requires Android 5.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The APK has been available on Google Play since March 2013.
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Frequently asked questions about Metro UI Launcher 8.1
Is Metro UI Launcher 8.1 free?
Yes. Metro UI Launcher 8.1 is free on Google Play.
Is Metro UI Launcher 8.1 still available?
Yes. Metro UI Launcher 8.1 is on Google Play, and the last update we saw was on May 12, 2018.
Does Metro UI Launcher 8.1 contain ads?
Yes. Google Play lists Metro UI Launcher 8.1 as containing ads.
What Android version does Metro UI Launcher 8.1 require?
Metro UI Launcher 8.1 runs on Android 5.0 and higher.
How large is Metro UI Launcher 8.1?
Metro UI Launcher 8.1 is 16.39 MB.
Is Metro UI Launcher 8.1 suitable for children?
Google Play rates the content of Metro UI Launcher 8.1 as suitable for everyone.
How many times has Metro UI Launcher 8.1 been installed?
Google Play lists 1,000,000+ installs for Metro UI Launcher 8.1.
How do people rate Metro UI Launcher 8.1?
Metro UI Launcher 8.1 scores 4.54 out of 5 stars, from 24,899 ratings on Google Play.
Who made Metro UI Launcher 8.1?
Metro UI Launcher 8.1 was developed by Mobile Software Solutions Knoll. It is listed in the personalization category on Google Play.
What are the best alternatives to Metro UI Launcher 8.1?
People looking at Metro UI Launcher 8.1 also look at these personalization apps: Clean Launcher Theme, 8.1 Metro Look Launcher 2022, 8.1 Metro Look Launcher Pro, Device Homescreen - Fluent, Square Home Key.