I cannot switch between apps using the recent apps button on my Google Pixel. What can I do?

This is a recognised bug on Google Pixel devices, impacting not just minimalist phone but also all other custom home screens.

We recommend trying the following measures:

Clear cache for the Settings app:
Go to Settings (gear wheel on page with all app) > Device Settings > Apps > See all apps > Select Settings app > Storage and cache > Clear cache.

Or

Clear Pixel Launcher cache:
Go to Settings (gear wheel on page with all app) > Device Settings > Apps > See all apps > Select Pixel Launcher > Storage and cache > Clear cache.

Or

Force-stop the Pixel Launcher:
Go to Settings (gear wheel on page with all app) > Device Settings > Apps > See all apps > Select Pixel Launcher > Force Stop.

Or

Change the 3-button navigation to gesture navigation:
Go to Settings (gear wheel on page with all app) > Device Settings > Device settings > System > Navigation mode > Choose "Gesture Navigation".

Updated on: 12/08/2024