Smart Cursor: One-handed mode

Reach the top of the screen with one hand

Smart Cursor: One-handed mode is a Tools app from Phone Phreak for people who find large Android screens difficult to operate with one thumb. It places a movable tracker in the lower part of the display, letting you guide a cursor across areas that would normally require stretching your hand. This can help with small buttons, navigation controls, and other elements near the top edge.

How the cursor works

You control the pointer by dragging the tracker from the lower portion of the screen. The app can highlight and snap toward selectable controls, making precise taps easier when an icon or button is hard to reach. Its long-press actions can also handle context-sensitive tasks, such as scrolling or expanding notifications, where supported.

Designed for occasional use

• A Quick Settings tile provides a way to turn the cursor on when needed.
• The interface is intended to stay out of the way while you use other apps.
• The app works offline and does not require internet access.
• Support may vary between apps, with browsers and games among the less compatible cases.

App details

Smart Cursor: One-handed mode has a rating of 3.82 out of 5 from 639 reviews and has been installed more than 100,000 times. It suits users with large phones, limited thumb reach, or a preference for one-handed navigation. There is a short adjustment period while learning to move the tracker and select controls accurately, but the approach is straightforward once the gesture becomes familiar.