# Edge Screen - Sidebar Launcher

> Add apps, browser, contact, and more with Edge Screen - Sidebar Launcher!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gonext.edgescreen](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gonext.edgescreen)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.gonext.edgescreen`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Prometheus Interactive LLC
- **Category:** PERSONALIZATION
- **Downloads:** 521,466
- **Rating:** 3.47 / 5 (1,294 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.1.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-10
- **First published:** 2020-04-21
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 49 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gonext.edgescreen)
- **Website:** [https://useprometheus.app/edgescreen](https://useprometheus.app/edgescreen)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://useprometheus.app/edgescreen/privacy/](https://useprometheus.app/edgescreen/privacy/)

## Description

Edge Screen - Edge Gesture allows you to customize your phone's edge screen with quick access to apps, contacts, calculator, world clock, alarm, browser, calendar, notifications, notes, files, and social apps. Open your favorite applications and important files instantly by sliding the edge sidebar. The extension supports one-click calling, direct math calculations, and time comparison across world clocks. You can also manage daily alarms, view calendar events, and access device quick settings smoothly through gestures.

The app leverages Accessibility Service API for seamless edge panel functionality and requires permissions for contacts, phone calls, calendar events, notifications, and device controls — all solely for enabling the features you select without collecting personal data. Download Edge Screen - Edge Gesture for a smarter and more efficient mobile experience with customizable edge utilities.

## Rankings

- #97,887 — Overall
- #5 — sidebar
- #26 — toolbar

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `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.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_SYNC_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.gonext.edgescreen.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Edge Screen - Edge Gesture is praised for centralized edge-based control and quick app access, with a beginner-friendly, gesture-driven interface. However, many reviews cite reliability issues and device incompatibilities, along with intrusive ads that gate features or disrupt usage (including gameplay). The app shows strong appeal but needs bug fixes and a less disruptive ad experience to ensure consistent performance across devices.

### Pros

- Centralized edge-gesture control that provides access to many phone settings from one place.
- Fast access to apps and contacts via gestures, enabling quick switching.
- Easy to use and beginner-friendly interface.
- Gesture-based control (swipe or tap) offers flexible and quick interactions.

### Cons

- Excessive and intrusive ads, including long videos and gating of features.
- Reliability issues across devices: not working, crashes, or sudden stops.
- Device-specific compatibility problems (e.g., Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Moto G5) and landscape mode challenges.
- Ads interruptions impacting usage, including interrupting gameplay or navigation.

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