Sesame - Universal search shortcuts
Discover quick & personalized access to everything on your device with our powerful universal search app!

- 3.6.0 Version
- 4.4 Score
- 1M+ Downloads
- In-app purchases License
- 3+ Content Rating
"An essential app." - TechRadar
Sesame offers a robust universal search experience on Android. It works seamlessly with your launcher, adapts to your usage patterns, and creates numerous personalized shortcuts. With Sesame, accessing anything you need is just a tap or two away!
Features
• Adds over 100 shortcuts to your device
• Fully customizable search interface
• Adapts based on your behavior
• Utilize Google Autosuggestions for multiple apps
• Quick Search designed for efficiency, matching initial letters of words. For example, typing “S” and “B” narrows down results to “Spotify: The Beatles.” As it learns from your input, next time a single “S” will suffice.
• Integrations with APIs like Spotify, YouTube, Calendar, Maps, Slack, Reddit, Telegram, and more
• Automatically detects wallpaper colors and styles
• Enables searches within your device's files
• Offers powerful tools for creating your own shortcuts
• Compatible with all launchers, featuring special partnerships with Nova & Hyperion Launchers
• We prioritize user privacy and do not store or sell your data
• Enjoy an unlimited free trial; payment is only required if you find value in the app!
We Believe...
• Navigating through swipes, taps, and slow loading screens is inefficient
• A universal search interface can resolve this issue
• Android was intended to be an open platform
• The essential data required for creating an effective universal search is available but has yet to be synthesized into a cohesive user experience
• Honoring user privacy is crucial to long-term success. Your data remains on your device; we don’t store or trade it. (Refer to specific instances for bug fixing)
• Our revenue comes from delivering quality products. Sesame is entirely a voluntary purchase
• Focused on user-centered development
List of Shortcuts
🌐Preloaded shortcuts
• One-touch access for contacts to call, text, or email
• Access to device files
• WhatsApp chats (excluding group chats)
• Settings (19 useful options)
• Google Shortcuts (such as My Flights, etc.)
• Yelp (42 common search terms)
• Quick Search options for applications (customizable in Preferences)
📱Android 7.1 app shortcuts
• Backward compatible to devices running 5.0
• NOTE: "Dynamic" 7.1 shortcuts are accessible only if you have Nova Launcher installed
📱Create custom shortcuts for numerous applications
• Spotify: Access all albums, artists, and playlists in your library
• Slack: Connect to your teams and channels
• Tasker: Manage all your tasks effectively, allowing you to design complex actions and easily initiate them.
• Reddit: Connect with your chosen subreddits; compatible with all Reddit apps.
• Telegram: Access your conversations
• YouTube: Manage subscriptions, channels, and saved videos
• Calendar: View your upcoming events
• Maps: Check your favorite places and saved maps
More Info...
🌐Access multiple search engines!
• Search options and Google Autosuggestions appear dynamically as you type
• One tap on an icon will begin your search
• This functionality is available for various apps like Maps, Spotify, Netflix, Evernote, Chrome, DuckDuckGo, and others
• Recent searches are retained as shortcuts for a period of 21 days
• Control all these features within Sesame Settings
🔥Unlimited Trial + Reminder Message
• Sesame offers a fully featured unlimited trial
• After 14 days, if you continue using the app without making a payment, a brief reminder message will appear each time you use a shortcut
📍Data Usage
• Sesame requires data to create shortcuts, but this data remains solely on your device. We neither collect nor sell your data.
• Crash Reporting (Beta only): For Beta testers, Sesame may collect crash reports if an error occurs, solely for the purpose of fixing bugs. You can disable crash reporting in Sesame's settings
🙌Sesame Universal Search is developed by Steve Blackwell and Phil Wall, and we hope you enjoy using it.
🙌We appreciate your feedback on how we can enhance your experience!
- Version3.6.0
- UpdateJul 18, 2025
- DeveloperNova Launcher
- CategoryPersonalization
- Requires AndroidAndroid 5.0+
- Downloads1M+
- Package Nameninja.sesame.app.edge
- Signature90a11a029b6b47910c11de9cee6a2166
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Enhances Android customization with fewer icons/widgets
Simplifies access to apps and contacts through shortcuts
Integrates seamlessly with Nova Launcher and other launchers
Saves time on repetitive tasks like launching playlists or searching
User-friendly interface for fast navigation
Supports various icon packs for aesthetic customization
Facilitates quick web searches alongside device searches
Offers extensive shortcut creation capabilities
Responsive developers who actively improve the app
Initial setup can be confusing for new users
Requires permissions that some users may not prefer to grant
Occasional bugs and crashes reported, especially after updates
Confusing menu and settings for some features
Limited functionality during the trial period before requiring payment
Some integrations do not work well with certain third-party apps
Payment model requires re-purchasing when switching devices
Specific requests for feature enhancements go unaddressed at times
May over-complicate the launcher experience for some users