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Hi.

I'm new in Android... so sorry if this is obvious.

I added a launcher to my tablet. When I press home key, android ask me what the default launcher to use. I selected the default (not the new) and I mark the checkbox to use always this launcher. Now I want to use by default the new launcher but I can't, whem I press the home key always the default launcher is fired.

I found a lot of threads to do the oposit, ie, in app make a reset on the new launcher. But my problem is I can't find in app the "standard" launcher to do a reset.

Someone can help me?

Regards
Carlos
 
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What tablet do you have? Samsung? Motorola? etc.

I know on my HTC Rezound, I go to settings, then apps, then I click "all" to show all the apps, and then I find "HTC Sense". I go to the info for "HTC Sense" and scroll down to click on "Clear Defaults" under the "Launch by Default" section.

It might be similar to the OS on your tablet. I know you said you can't find the app, but if it's stock android jellybean, maybe look for jellybean or android 4.1 or some kinda name associated with the OS.
 
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Hi Carlos,

Welcome aboard. I know sometimes how difficult it can be when using a new Os or device. Nonetheless, we will try to do our best to assist you as best as possible.

I see that sdsubasketball has posted some good steps as to how to get this done. :)

Hopefully you'll get this straightened out in no time.

Steps: Applications - all - launcher in use - clear default - home - check the box and choose the launcher you need.
 
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cfapinheiro said:
Hi everyone.

Thanks you for your warm welcome.

I found the launcher: the "standard" launcher is listed in all applications tab (I have so many application that I wasn't seeing it).

Thanks for your help
Carlos
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Glad you was able to get it sorted out :)

If we can assist you with anything further, don't hesitate to ask. :ciao:

DS
 
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