Getting to Know the Home Screen

The Home screen is your starting point to access all of the features on your phone using simple motions on the screen. It’s comprised of multiple panels (swipe horizontally to switch). You can customize all of your Home screen panels with app shortcuts, icons, widgets, and other features.

1. Status Bar

   Shows device status information, including the time, signal strength, battery status, and notification icons.

2. App Icon

   Tap an icon (app, widget, folder, etc.) to open and use it.

3. Quick Access Bar

   Icons that provide easy, one-touch access to the functions used most often.

4. Second Screen

   Tap an item here to open and use it.

5. Google Search Widget

   Tap to open the Google Now app.

6. Apps Icon

   Tap here to open the Applications screen to view all of your installed apps.

7. Home Touch Buttons

   Displayed on all screens, these buttons allow you to easily navigate within the device software.