This is Android’s default setting, and means that every new app you download winds up taking up some real estate on your home screen.

On Pixel and Pixel 2 devices running Android 8.1, this update also switches to a light navigation throughout the app to counter burn-in/screen retention issues.

If you find working with your Android phone isn't quite as efficient as you'd like it to be, there are ways you can reduce the confusion and complexity.

How to Clean Shortcut Screens on the Android. Shortcut icons in your home screens on your Android-based device give you quick one-tap access to your favorite apps, documents, Internet shortcuts or ...