Android 15 QPR2 Brings Exciting Icon Shape Customization for Pixel Users

 Android 15 QPR2 Brings Exciting Icon Shape Customization for   Pixel Users

Android 15 QPR2 Brings Exciting Icon Shape Customization for Pixel Users
Introduction to Android 15 QPR2 Updates
Google’s Android 15 QPR2 update, now available in beta, reintroduces exciting customization features for Pixel devices, including new options for icon shapes on the home screen. Users can now reshape app icons, a beloved customization feature previously available in Android 11. This update is part of Google’s broader focus on user interface personalization, providing users more control over their visual experience on Android devices.
Enhanced Icon Customization: Shape & Layout Options
The Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 introduces a revamped “App Shape & Layout” menu, accessible through the Pixel’s Wallpaper & Style settings. Users can access two primary customization tabs:
Shape Tab: Allows users to choose from six unique icon shapes, adding visual variety to the home screen.
Layout Tab: Offers grid arrangement adjustments for enhanced app organization.
This flexibility empowers Pixel users to personalize their screens according to their preferences, reminiscent of the freedom offered by Android 11.
Technical Details: Runtime Resource Overlays (RROs)
The icon customization in Android 15 QPR2 leverages Runtime Resource Overlays (RROs)—a technology that allows dynamic UI modifications without altering core application components. Previously present in Android 11, RROs were removed in Android 12 as Google streamlined customization with the Material You design. However, RROs make a return in this update, enabling smooth customization for icon shapes.
Future of Icon Customization on Android
While icon customization is currently limited to Pixel devices and is still in beta testing, it signals Google’s intention to expand customization options across future Android versions. Users interested in enhanced icon customization can expect further refinements in the upcoming stable release of Android 15 QPR2 or even in Android 16.