Question Google search box on home screen

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TacoDeMuerte

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I did some digging a while back and the conclusion was that it is not possible to disable or uninstall the launcher with stock firmware. I also have not found any custom ROMs that explicitly state that it can be done, but it's possible some of the ROM developers could have a solution.

It is my understanding that the launcher is an integral part of Android, and cannot be fully uninstalled, but is instead hidden and running in the background by default on other Android devices.
 

TacoDeMuerte

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Oh yeah, there might also be a Magisk module out there that can hide the launcher. Something to look into.
 

manjaroid

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Just wondering if there was an ADB command to uninstall the google app and give the search box the boot. Rather not use Nova launcher.
If rooted Pixel Launcher Mods can hide the search bar but that method leaves an empty space (for a widget) rather than shifting things around. I prefer a different launcher even if it means losing functionality baked into Pixel Launcher.
 
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    Just wondering if there was an ADB command to uninstall the google app and give the search box the boot. Rather not use Nova launcher.
    If rooted Pixel Launcher Mods can hide the search bar but that method leaves an empty space (for a widget) rather than shifting things around. I prefer a different launcher even if it means losing functionality baked into Pixel Launcher.