Google is quietly making the Pixel Launcher faster with a new shortcut

Google is pushing out a Pixel Launcher change that lets you open apps by pressing Enter after partially typing their name.

Pixel Launcher quietly brings back one-key app launch for faster searches

Google has rolled out a long-missing Pixel Launcher shortcut that lets users open apps instantly from the search bar using ...
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Pixel Launcher rolls out search shortcut to quickly ‘open’ apps

After removing in 2022 and restoring for some users last year, Pixel Launcher search is finally letting you quickly open apps ...
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Google App Replacing Pixel Launcher Search, And It's Reportedly Intentional

The Google app is replacing the Pixel Launcher search. Tapping the Pixel Launcher search bar opens the Google app. This appears to be an intentional change rather than a bug. This change means you now ...