Only recently, I came across this pixelated home icon on my phone. By the way, I am currently using T-Mobile Revvel 6 Pro (in case you are wondering).
I was a bit intrigued by the icon and the app itself (because I didn’t remember installing it). A little research was all it took me to squeeze out the life history of this app.
That pixelated home icon, aka QuickStep, is nothing but a system launcher. Are you a Stock Android user doesn’t matter which brand phone you use)? Congratulations! This app is on your device by default (whether you have noticed or not).
What to do with QuickStep? How to remove it? Can you even uninstall this launcher?
I am sure you have these questions and well, I have the answers. Let me explain everything to you on what QuickStep is on Android and how to deal with it.
QuickStep: The Launcher You Get. Like It or Not!
Are you familiar with the launcher stuff? Don’t tell me you haven’t heard about the Line Launcher! Okay! Get this.
You have a Theme app on your mobile. Right? From there, you can customize the entire appearance of your Android. For example, how the app icons will look, the font size, etc. That is exactly what a launcher does.
A default launcher is in charge of the entire user interface. It can decide the look, animation, and functionality of your phone.
QuickStep is also a launcher dedicated to the Stock Android. Google has introduced this Marvel to all the phones running above Android 9.
Okay! I said MARVEL because QuickStep is super light. It does not kill the RAM and runs smoothly in the background. So, no more dragging or hanging. In fact, you should thank QuickStep. Unlike other launchers, it does not weigh down the processor. This only boosts the performance of your Android, if nothing less.
Is QuickStep Launcher Safe for Android?
You bet it is. This is developed by the tech giants Google themselves. Google safeguards user data when it comes to Android OS. Naturally, QuickStep is safe as well. It doesn’t have a backdoor too pass sensitive details of you and your loved ones if you’re worried about it.
The publishing outlet for the app, Sonata Technology Solutions launched this app on March 12, 2017. Initially, this thing was buggy. But the company worked hard and released a series of updates. Hence, we have a smooth-running launcher that’s making our Android experience better day-by-day.
Is QuickStep a Spyware or Spy App?
No, it is not. As I said, it’s the default launcher your Android operating system comes with since version 4.1. Don’t worry, there’s no privacy concerns with this app. People who are reporting their phone heating up, games lagging, and taking too many screenshots, might have other malicious apps installed on their mobile.
If that’s you, I’d advise you to check your SD card, clear out your eMMC and do a thorough maintenance of the system.
Are You Thinking of Removing QuickStep?
No one can force you to keep an app you don’t want. Right? Wrong!
It’s true. I have taught you how to uninstall system apps on your phone. However, the trick is invalid in this case.
Remember, QuickStep is the only launcher of your Stock Android. You might download another one from the PlayStore and switch to that. But there is no option to delete QuickStep.
If you remove QuickStep by mistake, your Android system will collapse.
And in my opinion, why uninstall this launcher? It is safe and offers 100% data security. Come on! Google itself is the developer. I am confident that you will find no other apps that can even give QuickStep a competition.
QuickStep Keeps Crashing? Here’s A Simple Fix
Umm… QuickStep swiftly runs on Android OS. No doubt about that.
But this is no Godly app anyway. So, do not curse me if it keeps crashing in the background. Any technical error can lead to this disturbance.
However, instead of getting pissed at me, clear the cache memory of the app and restart your phone. This will bring everything back to normal.
Last Few Words
For Stock Android users, QuickStep is the best launcher they can ever get. The app allows system-specific modification and customization. Besides, the additional features and settings are more than enough to keep the users satisfied. Hence, I strongly recommend you stick to this launcher to avail of a better performance of your phone.
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