# Edge Side Bar - App Shortcuts

> Quick app access with Edge screen side bar app, Quick apps anytime anywhere.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bhanu.simplesidebar](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bhanu.simplesidebar)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.bhanu.simplesidebar`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Neelam Govind Bhanushali
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 48,147
- **Rating:** 4.10 / 5 (1,389 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.11
- **Last updated:** 2025-08-21
- **First published:** 2021-05-03
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 4.26 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bhanu.simplesidebar)
- **Website:** [https://www.yogeshdama.com](https://www.yogeshdama.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/yogeshdama/privacypolicy](https://sites.google.com/view/yogeshdama/privacypolicy)

## Description

Edge Side Bar is a versatile Chrome extension that offers instant access to your favorite apps with a simple swipe from the edge of your phone screen. This app shortcut tool allows you to add multiple apps—up to five columns worth—making switching between apps fast and effortless without leaving your current screen.

Users can fully customize the side bar’s appearance, including icon styles, background colors, and transparency, to perfectly suit their preferences. With a sleek material UI and comprehensive gesture controls, the extension delivers an intuitive and seamless user experience. Ideal for those who want quick app access anytime, anywhere, Edge Side Bar combines convenience with personalization. Note that overlay permissions are required to create gesture controls on the screen edges.

## Rankings

- #304,448 — Overall
- #3 — sidebar

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACTION_MANAGE_OVERLAY_PERMISSION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.TYPE_APPLICATION_OVERLAY`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.bhanu.simplesidebar.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Edge Side Bar is praised for bringing the convenient edge panel functionality to various Android devices, especially non-Samsung phones. Users appreciate its ease of use, affordability, and customization options like colors and icons. However, common issues include the need to keep the app running constantly, limited trigger handle positioning, lack of advanced app organization features, occasional delays in opening the sidebar, and compatibility problems with certain devices and apps.

### Pros

- Provides easy access to frequently used apps, improving workflow and convenience.
- Works well on non-Samsung devices, replicating the edge sidebar feature.
- Customization options like color selections and app icon changes are appreciated.
- Affordable price with good value for features offered.
- Simple and functional design makes it easy to use.

### Cons

- Requires the app to remain running for the sidebar to be available, which can be problematic on low RAM devices.
- Limited ability to freely adjust the position and thickness of the trigger handle; only preset positions are available.
- Lacks advanced customization such as alphabetical sorting of apps, folders, or dividers between app groups.
- Delayed responsiveness when opening the sidebar; sometimes requires multiple taps to activate.
- Issues with compatibility on some devices and apps, including freezing and inability to open sidebar in third-party launchers or while in other apps.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bhanu.simplesidebar)