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Metro UI Launcher 8.1 Pro 2.4.771

11 MB / 5K+ Downloads / Rating 3.6 - 348 reviews


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Metro UI Launcher 8.1 Pro, developed and published by Mobile Software Solutions Knoll, has released its latest version, 2.4.771, on 2021-01-17. This app falls under the Personalization category on the Google Play Store and has achieved over 5000 installs. It currently holds an overall rating of 3.6, based on 348 reviews.

Metro UI Launcher 8.1 Pro APK available on this page is compatible with all Android devices that meet the required specifications (Android 2.3+). It can also be installed on PC and Mac using an Android emulator such as Bluestacks, LDPlayer, and others.

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App Details

Package name: com.myfknoll.win8.launcher.pro

Updated: 4 years ago

Developer Name: Mobile Software Solutions Knoll

Category: Personalization

Installation Instructions

This article outlines two straightforward methods for installing Metro UI Launcher 8.1 Pro on PC Windows and Mac.

Using BlueStacks

  1. Download the APK/XAPK file from this page.
  2. Install BlueStacks by visiting http://bluestacks.com.
  3. Open the APK/XAPK file by double-clicking it. This action will launch BlueStacks and begin the application's installation. If the APK file does not automatically open with BlueStacks, right-click on it and select 'Open with...', then navigate to BlueStacks. Alternatively, you can drag-and-drop the APK file onto the BlueStacks home screen.
  4. Wait a few seconds for the installation to complete. Once done, the installed app will appear on the BlueStacks home screen. Click its icon to start using the application.

Using LDPlayer

  1. Download and install LDPlayer from https://www.ldplayer.net.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file directly into LDPlayer.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

App Rating

3.6
Total 348 reviews

Reviews

5 ★, on 2019-12-05
Great

3 ★, on 2018-05-24
Sluggish sometimes; Can't arrange tiles according to my preference; Widgets are difficult to arrange; Lacking of animation; Can't create folder; Can't change default function once already setup.

2 ★, on 2018-09-07
Have to wait till bugs r resolved n new features added cause developer has said so on play store. It is just okay app.

5 ★, on 2017-07-31
This app was great on my tablet. When I installed it on my android box, it was an even better experience. With the right wallpaper, you can have a system that is VERY similar to Windows 8.1 desktop. only 5 stars because there is no option to rate the app higher. File explorer from Spark Planet is a great app to use with this one to further the 'Windows like' experience. Thank you for the regular updates and fixes, I've been with Metro ui through most of them over the last few years and it's only gotten better.

4 ★, on 2016-12-19
Good but still not quite there... Pinning apps to the start screen is a real nightmare. Then adding another icon later completely ruins your layout. Moving one icon can screw up the rest of them.. Otherwise it's good enough to buy the pro version.

1 ★, on 2016-10-20
Used this for ages updated now won't launch? Is this an issue or a deliberate plot to get me to buy the newer version. Disappointed please fix

Previous Versions

Metro UI Launcher 8.1 Pro 2.4.771
2021-01-17 / 11 MB / Android 2.3+

About this app

Metro Launcher Pro now on your Android Device. Manage your homescreen in the unique Metro design.
(Inspired by Windows 8 Modern UI ®) .

Features:
# Beautiful metro homescreen
# Personalize your homescreen with your favourite Apps, Contacts and Widgets.
# Rearange tiles with drag'n'drop.
# Sidebar in Charmbar®-style
# Fast access to your main functions: Internet, Store, Contacts, etc.
# Customize your background with (live) wallpaper
# Change displayed account name and image
# Optimized for tablets and smartphones
# Quick-search via sidebar
# Customize your launcher with lot of settings

Open the appdrawer by click on "Start". If you long press on an app, you can add it to your homescreen with "Pin to Start".

Other than in other launchers, this launcher is not imitating Windows Phone ®, but a similar design to the Windows 8 Surface ®

Free-Version restrictions
The Free version is limited. Widgets aren't part of the free version. Personal adjustments can be made, but will be restored after 5 minutes.

If you don't want any limitation, please buy the Pro Version which is available in the Store.

Please keep in mind that this launcher is still in development
Stay tuned for upcoming changes






FAQ:
#How can I start this App?
- In fact it's an Launcher, you can simply start it with the home-button and select this Launcher.
If you already selected a other default launcher, you first have to clear the default config in your settings.

# How can I open Settings of this App?
There are two ways:
- Open the charmbar and select settings.
- Click on the account on the top right corner and select “Settings”

# How to rearrange tiles:
- Swipe vertical on a tile to rearrange them. You can swap two tiles of the SAME size.

# How to customize tiles:
- Long press on a tile. A bar at the bottom appears, where the tile can be configured.

# How can I open the Charmbar®?
- Simple slide on the homescreen your finger from the right screen edge to the middle of the screen. Then the Charmbar® should be appear on the right side.

# How I can reach all my apps.
- There are some methods:
1.) Click on "Start" on the left top corner of the home screen
2.) Open your Charmbar and select "Search" or "Start"

#Where is the desktop?
- We won't provide any kind of Windows Desktop, because this is only the Metro Modern UI®.

# How can I uninstall this launcher?
- Go to your settings, select this application and uninstall application

# I have a lot of suggestions and improvements
- Please leave a comment in the store,community or contact us via mail. Thank you very much

# Can it handle multi windows?
- NO, this functionality cannot be supported in our launcher

# Can it run Windows 8 apps?
- NO, this an ANDROID launcher (homescreen replacement)

# Why you don't make it like the original Windows 8?
- We don't want to clone a Windows 8 for Android, but provide the Metro interface for your Android Homescreen. There won't be any Desktop implementation. Also, not every functionality can be provided, because this is NOT Windows 8.1 ®.