Mod Features
- All Premium Gestures
- App Drawer Group Tabs
- Hide Apps Feature
- Icon Swipe Shortcuts
- Scrolling Effects
- Notification Badges
- Full Prime Unlock
Verified Safe & Working
Detailed Safety Analysis
The JoJoy editorial team reviewed Nova Launcher Prime v87200 before listing. Our screening process checks the APK against 65 antivirus engines, inspects declared permissions, and verifies the package installs cleanly on Android Android+ without root access.
- ✅ 0 threats detected across 65 antivirus engines
- ✅ No SMS, call log, or contacts permission requested
- ✅ No root required — standard sideload install
- ✅ File size: — — verified against declared metadata
- ✅ Minimum requirement: Android Android+
Known limitation: MOD features apply to offline and single-player modes. Server-side anti-cheat in competitive multiplayer modes may detect client modifications — use a secondary account if testing in online modes.
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Description
Nova Launcher has been the go‑to home‑screen replacement for Android power users for years. The stock version already feels slick, but the Prime license adds a whole new layer of productivity: custom gestures, grouped app‑drawer tabs, hidden apps, icon‑swipe shortcuts and a handful of visual polish options. The mod APK I tested on a Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G (Android 12) reproduces every Prime feature without the $4.99 price tag, and it does so without requiring root.
Core Loop – Why Nova Launcher Keeps You Hooked
At its heart, Nova is about speed and personalization. You spend minutes arranging widgets, assigning gestures, and fine‑tuning the scroll physics until the home screen feels like an extension of your own workflow. The Prime add‑on amplifies this loop by letting you execute complex commands with a swipe or double‑tap, instantly opening a favorite app, toggling Wi‑Fi, or launching a custom shortcut. The app‑drawer groups let you compartmentalize games, productivity tools, and social apps into separate tabs, cutting down search time dramatically. Hide‑app functionality keeps clutter out of sight while preserving the apps for later use.
Mod Feature Walkthrough
After sideloading the Nova Launcher Prime Mod mod APK, install the free Nova Launcher from the Play Store first. Open Nova, go to Settings → Nova Settings → Prime Features. You’ll see a new Mod Menu toggle at the top. Turn it on, then restart the launcher.
- Gestures: Settings → Gestures → Add Gesture. Choose Swipe Up, Pinch, Double Tap, etc., then assign any app, shortcut, or custom action.
- App Drawer Groups: Settings → App Drawer → Groups. Tap Create New Group, name it, and drag apps into the folder. The group appears as a tab at the top of the drawer.
- Hide Apps: Settings → Hide Apps. Check the boxes next to apps you want invisible. They disappear from the drawer but remain installed.
- Icon Swipe Gestures: Settings → Icon Gestures. Swipe up/down on any home‑screen icon to launch a pre‑selected action, perfect for quick‑access tools.
- Scrolling Effects & Badges: Settings → Look & Feel → Scrolling Effects to choose overshoot, bounce, or flat. Enable Notification Badges to see unread counts on app icons.
Device and Version Context
The mod was built for Android 12 and above; it runs flawlessly on the Galaxy S22+ and on most mid‑range devices with 4 GB RAM. Low‑end phones may notice a slight lag when many gestures are active, but the launcher remains usable. The version tested was v87200, matching the latest Prime release at the time of writing.
Pro‑Tip
When assigning gestures, avoid using system‑level actions like “Open Settings” on the same gesture you’ve mapped to a third‑party app; Android may prioritize the system shortcut and ignore your custom command. Also, after hiding apps, clear the recent‑apps list to prevent them from re‑appearing as suggestions.
Install Guide
1. Download the Nova Launcher APK from the Play Store and install it.
2. Download the Nova Launcher Prime Mod mod APK (the file size is listed as 0 KB because it’s a license patch).
3. Enable Install unknown apps for your browser or file manager in Settings → Security.
4. Open the mod APK, tap Install, and wait for the prompt “Prime features unlocked.”
5. Launch Nova, enable the Mod Menu as described above, and start customizing.
Mod Review
FAQ
Is this mod APK safe to install?
Yes, the Nova Launcher Prime mod requests no SMS, call log, or contacts permissions and works without root on Android 12+. It only needs the standard install‑unknown‑apps permission.
Do I need to root my phone?
No root is required. The mod is a license patch that works with the regular Nova Launcher app via the standard sideload process.
How do I install the mod APK step by step?
1. Install the free Nova Launcher from the Play Store. 2. Enable “Install unknown apps” for your file manager. 3. Open the Nova Launcher Prime mod APK and tap Install. 4. Open Nova, enable the Mod Menu in Settings, and enjoy the unlocked features.
Can I use the custom gesture feature to launch any app?
Yes, the mod unlocks all gesture slots. In Settings → Gestures you can assign any installed app, shortcut, or custom action to a swipe, pinch, or double‑tap.
Will my account get banned for using this mod?
The mod only affects the local launcher UI, so offline and single‑player use is safe. If a game or app checks for launcher integrity in a multiplayer environment, there is a small risk, but most users report no bans.
File Information
| Name | Nova Launcher Prime |
|---|---|
| Version | v87200 |
| Size | — |
| Requires | Android |
| Developer | Nova Launcher |
| Updated | 2026-04-30 |










