Where Does Microsoft Launcher Store Data on Android?
Microsoft Launcher backs up layout and settings from its Backup screen on Android. Sign in for the account extras after.
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Microsoft Launcher stores home layout and settings in app-private storage on Android. The portable copy is the backup file from its Backup and Restore screen. Account items sync through Microsoft login separately.
Back up locally before switching phones. Copy the file off the device since private storage wipes on uninstall. Restore on the new phone, then sign in for account extras.
Where Microsoft Launcher stores this, by platform
App-private storage (backup via in-app Backup and Restore)
Layout plus settings in private storage. Backup file from the in-app screen is portable. Account items sync via Microsoft login.
Frequently asked questions
How do I move Microsoft Launcher layout?
Open Launcher Settings, Backup and Restore, and back up to local storage. Copy the backup file off the device. Restore it on the new phone from the same screen.
Wallpapers missing after restore. Why?
Sign into the same Microsoft account on both phones first. Account-bound items like sticky notes follow the login. Local layout needs the backup file.
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