How to Set Nova Launcher as Default Launcher For Android Nougat

Nova Launcher is the best and most popular Launcher for Android devices. It was always the most popular launcher from Android Kitkat, and Today we are in Android 12. But it is now outperforming as the most loved favorite launcher for Android users.

So today, in this artcile, we will see how to set the nova launcher as the default launcher for the android phone. More than 60% of Android users are using Nova Launcher to customize the look of their smartphone. This is because of its reliability, customization, and ease of use. So here I will show you how to enable Nova Launcher as the Default Launcher on the Android Nougat Smartphones.

In the older version of the android, mainly in Android 6 Marshmallow or below version, in the Settings menu of the mobile, there is an option called Home from where we can easily select the Default Home Launcher of our preference. But in the Android 7 Nougat, google incorporated the option within the default Apps option. So some users may find it challenging to find the option.

No need to worry. Here we explain how to set the default option, and thus we can enable the Nova launcher as the default launcher for the Android device. Please note that you can follow the same steps on all Android devices from Android 7 Nougat onwards, including Android Nougat, Pie, Android 10, Android 11, and finally, the latest Android 12.

Steps to make Nova Launcher the default Launcher (Nougat and Above)

Before proceeding further, ensure you have installed the latest version of the Nova launcher on your android phone. If note, please download and install Nova Launcher from the Play Store. Nova Launcher Prime is not mandatory to do the below steps. And however, if you need more customization, we recommend getting the Nova Launcher Prime which will cost a few bucks.

After installing the Nova launcher app on your phone, proceed with the following steps.

Step 1: Go to the settings app on your android phone.

Step 2: From the settings, find the option called Apps or App management. (Each android phone from a different manufacturer has separate naming for the Apps listing to be Apps, App List, App Management, etc.). Select the Apps option

Step 3: Inside the Apps configuration page, you will find an option named Default apps. In some phones, the option will be under the Advanced option.

Step 4: Once you find the Default apps option, click on that.

Step 5: Now, you will find the default app configuration list, including the Browser app, Caller ID & Spam app, Home app, Phone app, SMS app, and Digital assistant app.

Step 6: Click on the Home app. This option is for setting the default launcher on your android mobile.

Step 7: Now you will get a list of launcher apps which, including Nova Launcher, Default Launcher app (named as Quickstep or System Launcher)

Step 8: Select Nova launcher and done. Now the default launcher of your phone is set as Nova launcher.

Now you can go back to the Home Screen to see the change. You can do the above step to set a different launcher than your android launcher. However, make sure to install the launcher first.

Changing the default launcher from the Default app won’t remove the settings of that particular launcher.

Is Nova Launcher Free?

Nova Launcher is a free application, and you can use the launcher as the default launcher. However, additional customization, including icon sizing, etc., are available on the paid version. To get more customization, you can purchase the Nova Launcher Prime app, which costs $4.99.

Changing the Default Launcher will deletes the settings too?

No, you can use the android default launcher with your favorite launcher anytime. If you switch from Nova Launcher to any other Launcher, it won’t delete the nova launcher settings. You can disable or enable the nova launcher at any time.

What is the latest version of Nova Launcher?

Nova Launcher 7 is now available, and you can install the latest nova launcher on your Android 12, Android 11, Android 10, and the lower version of Android devices.

Is Nova Launcher Compatible with Latest Android 12

Yes, the Nova Launcher Android 12 compatibility is not an issue, and you can install nova launcher latest version on your Android 12 device and can set it as the default launcher on your phone.

Can we get a better launcher than Nova Launcher for Android Mobile?

Several Android launchers are available, including the stock launcher available on each phone. However, the stability and the customization available within the Nova Launcher are far superior to all the other launchers. Hence we can say that Nova Launcher is one of the best Android custom launchers.

However, best is always subjective and may vary with users, so always try each before making the final selection.