I previously used Nova and finally moved to the open source side with Kvaesitso. I didn't like using a search focused launcher at first, but I decided to try and use it for a few months to get used to it. What I've found is that:

  • I barely ever scroll down into the widgets menu and so I don't make use to widgets as much as I'd like to
  • Even after carefully setting up the search settings, I find it unintuitive and prefer to use specific apps for specific tasks
  • I like having apps sorted by tags, but the tiny moving pill shape icons aren't as nice as if I had folders on my desktop

The biggest problem now is that Kvaesitso is draining my battery for some reason. Battery usage says that it used 27% of my battery today.

I think I gave it a fair shot, and I'd like to try something new.

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    Also been using it for years. Love the unique interface. Wish they'd do more substantial updates than those seasonal icon packs though, especially given the amount of income they must have from subscriptions.

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    I've tried it but it doesn't click for me. I can be more efficient with a normal launcher.

    Niagara Launcher did teach me how to improve my setup: if something isn't important enough to be on the one and only home screen, it goes in the drawer. No more arranging folders for apps I rarely use.

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