Assistive Edge

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About this app

Assistive Edge brings powerful one-handed control to Android with two flexible overlay modes: a swipe-from-edge Sidebar and a floating AssistiveTouch button. Launch apps, run system shortcuts, and access essential tools — without leaving the app you’re using.

Choose the experience that fits you: open a full edge panel for multitasking, or keep a compact floating menu always within reach.

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TWO WAYS TO STAY IN CONTROL
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📱 Edge Sidebar
Swipe from the left or right edge to open a floating sidebar over any app. Pin your favorite apps, open quick tools, and navigate your phone with smooth edge gestures — ideal for multitasking and fast app switching.

🎯 AssistiveTouch
Use a draggable floating button that stays on screen wherever you place it. Tap to open a customizable radial quick-actions menu with the shortcuts you use most — perfect for one-handed use and instant access to system controls.

Switch between Sidebar and AssistiveTouch anytime from the home screen.

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KEY FEATURES
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EDGE SIDEBAR PANEL
• Swipe from the screen edge to open your floating panel
• Pin favorite apps for instant launch
• Optional visible pill handle for easier access
• Works across apps with overlay support
• Auto-start on boot (optional)

ASSISTIVETOUCH QUICK MENU
• Floating button — drag it anywhere on screen
• Tap to expand a smooth quick-actions menu
• Customize up to 8 action tiles around the center button
• Built-in actions: Volume, Screenshot, Flashlight, Lock, Power, Settings, Back, Home, and Recents
• Edit your panel layout anytime in settings

GESTURES & QUICK CONTROLS
• Edge swipe, tap, double-tap, triple-tap, and long-press actions
• Notch / camera hole-punch gestures (supported devices)
• Edge Seek: slide on the handle to adjust brightness or volume
• Screenshot shortcut and system navigation actions
• Haptic feedback support

BUILT-IN TOOLS
• Screenshot
• Flashlight and camera shortcuts
• Brightness and volume controls
• Toggle auto-rotation
• Drag apps to split-screen (where supported)
• Customizable dashboard tools

DEEP CUSTOMIZATION
• Material Design 3 with dynamic color (Material You)
• Glassmorphic blur effect (Android 12+)
• Multiple UI style themes
• Custom accent colors, opacity, corner radius, and layout
• Icon pack support, icon shape, and scale
• Left or right panel placement
• Game Mode and fullscreen protection for selected apps

SMART BEHAVIOR
• Show only on home screen (optional)
• Hide overlay in selected apps
• Remember scroll position
• Export and import settings backup
• Home screen shortcut to toggle the service
• Quick Settings tile support

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HOW TO GET STARTED
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1. Grant “Display over other apps” permission
2. Choose Sidebar or AssistiveTouch on the home screen
3. Tap Start to enable the overlay service
4. Sidebar: swipe from the edge and hold briefly to open the panel
5. AssistiveTouch: tap the floating button to open your quick-actions menu
6. Customize gestures, appearance, pinned apps, and AssistiveTouch tiles in Settings

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PERMISSIONS
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• Display over other apps — required to show the floating sidebar and AssistiveTouch button
• Accessibility service — used for navigation shortcuts, screenshots, and smart overlay behavior
• Notification access — optional, for notification-based app suggestions
• Camera — used only for the flashlight shortcut

Assistive Edge does not read your messages, passwords, or personal screen content.

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REQUIREMENTS
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• Android 8.0 (Oreo) or higher

Built with Kotlin and Material Design 3 for a modern, fluid experience on your phone.

Note: Some features may vary by device and Android version. For best stability, exclude Assistive Edge from battery optimization in system settings.

What’s new

What's new

* Refined interface for a smoother, more intuitive experience.
* Two ways to use Assistive Edge — Edge swipe or floating AssistiveTouch.
* Clearer first-time setup so getting started is easier.
* Performance optimizations and stability improvements.