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Your Phone.
Command Line.

Transform your Android home screen into a powerful CLI interface. No distractions, no bloat — just pure efficiency.

50K+ Downloads
4.6★ Rating
50+ Commands
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Why Yantra?

In Sanskrit, "Yantra" means an instrument or machine — a tool of precision and purpose. In a world of flashy icons and addictive interfaces, Yantra Launcher strips away the noise.

Your phone becomes what it should be: a tool, not a trap. Type what you need, get it done, move on with your life.

"The best interface is no interface."
Traditional Launchers
  • Endless scrolling through apps
  • Distracting widgets & icons
  • Cluttered home screens
  • Time sink by design
vs
Yantra Launcher
  • Type & launch instantly
  • Zero visual distractions
  • Clean, focused interface
  • Built for productivity

More Than a Launcher

50+ commands that turn your phone into a powerhouse

🚀

Instant App Launch

Launch any app by typing its name. Fuzzy search finds what you need even with typos.

launch spotify launchf tube → YouTube
🤖

AI Assistant

ChatGPT-powered AI right in your terminal. Ask questions, get answers.

ai explain quantum computing
📜

Lua Scripting

Full Lua scripting engine embedded. Automate anything with custom scripts.

run -lua myAutomation
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G.U.P.T Mode

Get Undercover Private Tab — built-in incognito browser, with integrated ad-blocker.

gupt youtube.com

System Control

Control Bluetooth, flashlight, alarms, timers, and more with simple commands.

timer 1800 turn off the gas flash on
🎨

Themeable

Multiple built-in themes including Tokyonight, Dracula, and more. Make it yours.

theme Tokyonight
📁

File System

Navigate your device like a pro with pwd, cd, ls, and open commands.

cd Downloads
🔗

Termux Integration

Seamless integration with Termux for real Linux commands on your phone.

termux neofetch

And so much more...

weather todo calc translate dict sysinfo screentime alias tts quote news music speedtest backup notify vibe and many more...

See It in Action

Clean, minimal, powerful

Engineering Marvel

Built with precision, designed for performance

Instant Response

Command parsing and execution optimized for sub-millisecond response times. Your launcher should never lag.

Embedded Lua VM

Full LuaJ runtime integrated for scripting. Create automations with HTTP support, system bindings, and custom I/O.

Modular Architecture

Clean separation of concerns with command handlers, theming engine, and scripting runtime as independent modules.

100% Kotlin

Built entirely in modern Kotlin, leveraging coroutines for smooth async operations and null-safety for rock-solid stability.

Fuzzy Search

Levenshtein distance algorithm for intelligent app matching. Type "tube" to launch YouTube. The launcher understands you.

Privacy First

Zero data collection. No analytics. No tracking. Your commands stay on your device. Period.

822+ Commits
18 Contributors
3+ Years Active
100% Open Source

Loved by Users

Read what users have to say about Yantra Launcher

★★★★★

"I believe this launcher is actually more effective at fighting distraction than some other minimalist launchers. There's no icons on the screen, no widgets, nothing to fool around with."

YT
Yewen Tan Google Play Review
★★★★★

"Wow I didn't expect this launcher to be so practical. There are so many working commands, everything makes sense too. Love it, keep on making it better! 👍"

SH
Sameer Husain Google Play Review
★★★★★

"Thank youuu for the recent update. I've been using this app for such a long time. Excited to see more updates and improvements. Thank you, dev! 🤗🫶"

JJ
jasmine jasmine Google Play Review
★★★★☆

"On the phone with the Yantra launcher, it's actually way easier than using command line on Windows. This launcher makes my phone harder to use by other people too!"

YT
Yewen Tan Google Play Review
★★★★★

"The Lua scripting is incredibly powerful for automation. I've created scripts to automate my morning routine — open news, check weather, start my workout playlist. Amazing!"

AK
Android Enthusiast Google Play Review
★★★★★

"Finally a launcher that treats my phone as a tool, not a dopamine trap. My screen time has dropped significantly since switching. Best decision I've made."

DV
Dev User Google Play Review
★★★★★

"I believe this launcher is actually more effective at fighting distraction than some other minimalist launchers. There's no icons on the screen, no widgets, nothing to fool around with."

YT
Yewen Tan Google Play Review
★★★★★

"Wow I didn't expect this launcher to be so practical. There are so many working commands, everything makes sense too. Love it, keep on making it better! 👍"

SH
Sameer Husain Google Play Review
★★★★★

"Thank youuu for the recent update. I've been using this app for such a long time. Excited to see more updates and improvements. Thank you, dev! 🤗🫶"

JJ
jasmine jasmine Google Play Review
★★★★☆

"On the phone with the Yantra launcher, it's actually way easier than using command line on Windows. This launcher makes my phone harder to use by other people too!"

YT
Yewen Tan Google Play Review
★★★★★

"The Lua scripting is incredibly powerful for automation. I've created scripts to automate my morning routine — open news, check weather, start my workout playlist. Amazing!"

AK
Android Enthusiast Google Play Review
★★★★★

"Finally a launcher that treats my phone as a tool, not a dopamine trap. My screen time has dropped significantly since switching. Best decision I've made."

DV
Dev User Google Play Review

Questions Answered

The Minimal version includes essential commands for basic phone operation. The Pro version unlocks 50+ commands including AI integration, Lua scripting, Termux integration, advanced system controls, and more. Pro supports the development of Yantra Launcher.

You'll need an API key from an OpenAI-compatible provider. Go to settings, enter your API base domain and key. Free alternatives exist — check the documentation or ask in our Discord community for recommendations.

Yes! Install Termux from GitHub or F-Droid, enable the 'allow-external-apps' property in Termux, and grant permissions in Yantra Launcher settings. Then use commands like termux neofetch directly from your home screen.

G.U.P.T stands for "Get Undercover Private Tab" — a built-in incognito browser. All data is cleared after closing, it's hidden from recent apps, and no history or cookies are saved. Launch with gupt or gupt youtube.com.

No. Yantra Launcher collects zero data. No analytics, no tracking, no third-party data sharing. Your commands and data stay entirely on your device. The code is open source — verify it yourself.

Use the scripts command to create and edit scripts. Run them with run -lua scriptName. You have access to HTTP requests (http.get, http.post and more), Yantra commands via binding.exec(), and a few standard Lua libraries.

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