Part 1: Getting Started

1. Introduction to Minimaa

Welcome to Minimaa! This launcher is built around a “dumb phone” philosophy designed to help you reduce screen time and stay focused. By replacing colorful, distracting grids with minimalist text and clean interfaces, Minimaa creates a distraction-free digital sanctuary.

2. First Launch Experience

When you open Minimaa for the first time after clearing storage or installing the app, you will be taken through a guided onboarding flow to ensure your environment is set up properly.

3. Reconnect With Peace Welcome Screen

The very first page you encounter is the “Reconnect with Peace” screen. This sets the tone for your digital detox journey. Simply click “Start Setup” to begin configuring your new home screen.

4. Choosing Your Home Style

Minimaa offers five distinct home styles to match your focus level:

  • Classic: A clean, scrollable list of apps. No icons, just names.
  • Zen: An ultra-minimalist mode with absolutely no apps on the home screen.
  • Essential: A focused view where only your most critical apps are visible.
  • HUD: A heads-up display style that incorporates a useful grid toggle to change layouts.
  • Something: Inspired by Nothing OS, featuring special widget integrations and dot/letter visual modes.

Once you select your preferred style, tap Save Layout.

5. Selecting Home Screen Apps

If you chose a style that allows apps on the home screen (like Classic or Essential), you will now select which apps you want to see.

  • You must choose at least three apps.
  • There is a selection limit of six apps to prevent clutter.

6. Permission Setup

To function seamlessly, Minimaa needs specific permissions. You will be guided through:

  • Default Launcher: Sets Minimaa as your main interface so it opens every time you hit the home button.
  • Media Sync: Allows Minimaa to display your currently playing music via widgets.
  • Focus Analysis: Required for tracking your screen time and powering the detox features.
  • Deep Detox Accessibility: An optional accessibility service required for advanced focus enforcement and blocking addictive websites.

7. Entering Minimaa for the First Time

After clicking Continue, you will be prompted to “Enter Minimaa.” Swipe on the screen, and you will be transported directly to your new, distraction-free home screen.