If you aren’t familiar with Xposed Framework and if you want to learn how to install it on your Android device check out our guide on installing Xposed Framework and the best Xposed extensions. If you already have Xposed on your Android device, simply download the Xposed GEL Settings app from the Play Store and disable the Search bar in the settings. If your Android device is rooted, there is a great way to get certain custom rom features without actually flashing a custom rom – Xposed framework. If you are using another Android launcher, just check your settings and you will most likely find another way to remove the Google Search bar. If you are using Nova, go to your Nova settings > Desktop > Persistent Search Bar > None. I, for example, use Nova Prime as my go-to launcher. If you want to learn more about this, check out our post about the best Android launchers out there. A launcher is, basically, an app that lets you change the way your homescreen looks and how you interact with it. If you want to get the most out of your Android homescreen simply go to the Play Store and download the launcher you like most. Using a custom launcher (no root required) With this method, however, you won’t be able to use the space, which has previously been reserved for the search bar. If, after following the steps above, you will see a grey bar instead of the Google search bar, restart your phone. But don’t worry, there are other ways to accomplish the same result without losing your smart assistant. However, doing so will disable one of the most useful Android features – Google Now. The only thing you need to do now is restart your device and the Search bar will be gone. Go to your Settings > Apps > swipe to the “ALL” tab > select “Google Search” > press “Disable”. If you are currently using the Google Experience Launcher (GEL) you can simply disable Google Now to make the Search bar go away. Jboss found a great fix if this happened for you on a Nexus 5.
If this happened to you, please follow this guide on how to fix a soft-bricked Android device. If you are running stock Android without a custom launcher, this method might soft-brick your device. WARNING – do not use this method on stock Android (for example, any Nexus device): Some users have experienced issues with this method running stock Android.
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