Los navigation buttons They have been a key element in Android since the operating system's launch. Three buttons instead of just one, as is the case with the iPhone. Over time, these buttons have changed: they went from being virtualized on screen and Google Pixel They introduced their own design. Now you can bring that design to any Android phone.
Google Pixel navigation buttons
The Google Pixel They can be considered the spiritual heirs of the Nexus, the customization Google's involvement with these smartphones is more profound: they feature a exclusive launcher and with unique elements such as the search bar and navigation buttonsWith the many customization options available on Android, it was logical that it would be possible to get the Google Pixel navigation buttons on any Android phone.
With the application pix bar It's possible. Basically, this app replaces your smartphone's on-screen navigation buttons with ones that have the same design as those on the... Google PixelThat means the triangle and the square become solid color polygons, and that the central button, the circle, now has a concentric circle that characterizes Google's proposal.
Currently, Pixbar is compatible with smartphones that have Android Lollipop or higher and, of course, as long as they use virtualized navigation buttons on-screen (does not work with physical buttons). Additionally, it is recommended that the mobile device have Android Stock or a layer with very little manufacturer customization. The developer indicates that the goal is to broaden compatibility with custom interfaces (for example, devices like the LG G5 or HTC 10), something common in many current Android devices.
Related helpful options and community
A common question from users is whether it's possible change the order of the buttons (Place at the back on the right). In the pixelWhen using three-button navigation and disabling gestures, the system does not offer a native setting to reverse the order; some manufacturers do allow this option from their navigation settings.
To improve your experience with the interface, remember that you can enlarge or reduce elements in compatible apps and manage the automatic rotation from the screen:
Double-tap an item to resize it.
On pages such as websites or maps, tap twice to enlarge the image.
Open and close your fingers to change the size
- To zoom in, pinch the screen opening fingers.
- To reduce, pinch the screen closing the fingers.
Enable or disable screen rotation
- At the top, slide down with two fingers.
- Toca Rotate automatically to enable or disable.
If you're looking for more ideas, tips, or support, the community of #teampixel Reddit acts as an unofficial home for Pixel and other Google devices (Nest, Chromecast, Assistant). There you can get support, learn new things and participate in discussions about personalization.
With Pixbar you can make your Android look like a Pixel while respecting your preferences (buttons instead of gestures) and, with zoom and rotation settings, better adjust the interface to your way of using the phone.
