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ExtLaunch

An extremely minimal Android launcher for externally connected displays.

Caveats

  • Cursor support does not work (Android limitation, pointer is restricted to primary display unless ForceDesktopMode is enabled in Developer Options. You can use that as a workaround).
  • App's must be in focus to send input. Tl;Dr: You cannot be playing Minecraft with a control while also scrolling Reddit. You must focus on or the other.
  • Google Chromecast is not supported. It only allows mirroring.

Which Displays Are Supported

  • HDMI (USB-C / MHI as well)
  • Miracast
  • AirServer
  • Windows Connect
  • WFD
  • Probably others

How To Use

  1. Connect a display
  2. Open ExtLaunch
  3. Tap an app to start

How To Switch Displays

Use the ongoing notification to switch the active application between displays. This also refocuses the application.

Play Store

This application is paid ($0.99 USD) on the Play Store. It'd mean a lot if you paid for it, however, I wanted to make this application Open Source as well for ongoing support, similar applications, etc. Feel free to consider it a donation, or build it manually if you'd like.

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