Gupta Information Systems: Android P 9 Pixel Launcher setup in Nova

Android P Developer Preview 1 is out with many new features. Among those the Pixel launcher also got some new improvement. This post will guide you how to create a similar looking setup using Nova Launcher. Before you begin it is never possible to create 100% similar setup due to application limitations.

Video Demo

Before you start creating the setup check the complete video guide and review, If you like it then feel free to proceed.

Files Needed

Following files may be needed in this setup. Download them before you start the setup. Just don't open any apps after you download.

Nova Launcher
Nova Launcher Prime (Optional for Better Looks)
TeslaUnread for Notifications
Google Now Feed using Nova Companion
Google Wallpaper
Another Widget
Pixel Navigation Bar
Android P Volume Slider (paid and Optional)

Steps to Create the Setup

Based on your needs and preference you can make changes as needed by you. Feel free to play around.

Go to Nova 'Settings>Dock' and make sure its enabled.

Change the Dock background to white with 50% transparency and rectangle shape.

Go to 'Nova Settings>App & Widget Drawer',

Enable 'Frequently Used apps',
Select 'Scroll Accent color' to Blue,
'Background' to 1 transparent,
Disable 'Card Background',
Disable 'Swipe Indicator',

Go to 'Nova Settings>Folders'

Select 'Folder Background' to Pixel Launcher

Go to 'Nova Settings>Notifications Badge',

'Choose Style' to Dots

These are few basic steps that you need to do. You can do more customization according to your need, For more better looks import the backup file of Nova Launcher as provided below.