# Sense Pad Pro: Gesture Control

> Gesture navigation, edge swipe & floating button — 41 one-handed shortcuts

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.drunkenbits.com.sensepad](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.drunkenbits.com.sensepad)

## Overview

- **ID:** `app.drunkenbits.com.sensepad`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** DividedBits
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 16,198
- **Rating:** 3.06 / 5 (105 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.7.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-11
- **First published:** 2017-07-06
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Size:** 13 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.drunkenbits.com.sensepad)
- **Website:** [https://www.dividedbits.com](https://www.dividedbits.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.dividedbits.com/apps/sensepad/privacy.html](https://www.dividedbits.com/apps/sensepad/privacy.html)

## Description

Sense Pad – Gesture Control converts touch and motion into fast, one-handed shortcuts for your Android device. Use taps, swipes, long touches or Edge Sense slides to launch apps, take screenshots, toggle flashlight, control media, call contacts, and change settings. Pro features add motion gestures (shake, chop, twist, wave) and extended Edge/Motion modes for screen-off control. Highly customizable actions and multiple gesture modes (Icon Sense, Nav Sense, Edge Sense, Motion Sense) make navigation smooth and efficient.

Privacy-first and battery-friendly, Sense Pad only requests Camera for flashlight/camera actions, Device Admin to lock the screen, and Accessibility for navigation gestures. No personal data is collected or shared. Works on most Android devices — rate and share feedback to help improve gesture navigation.

## Rankings

- #470,389 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BIND_ACCESSIBILITY_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `app.drunkenbits.com.sensepad.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.android.alarm.permission.SET_ALARM`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Sense Pad - Gesture Control is a customizable app allowing users to control various functions via gestures. Many praise its flexibility, gesture effectiveness, and the helpfulness of the developer. However, several users report inconsistency in gesture recognition, limited customization for sensitivity, and issues accessing paid features. The mandatory Sense Pad interface and some confusing setup instructions detract from user experience. Overall, the app shows promise and usefulness but could benefit from improved gesture detection and enhanced customization options.

### Pros

- Highly customizable with the ability to launch apps, lock screens, and open settings.
- Gesture control functionality that works as advertised for many users.
- Pro version offers advanced features like motion sense which works well.
- Good customer service and responsive developer.
- Promising app with room for future improvements and additional features.

### Cons

- Custom gesture detection is inconsistent and less effective than before.
- Some gestures or features (like motion gestures) require payment or pro mode which is hard to access.
- Sensitivity and control settings (e.g., for volume/brightness sliders) lack customization options.
- The Sense Pad feature is mandatory and some users find it intrusive or unwanted.
- Setup and instructions can be confusing for some users, impacting ease of use.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.drunkenbits.com.sensepad)