One of the best features of Android 4.4 KitKat was the full screen mode for the applications. This full screen mode, also called Immersive mode, works only with some applications, such as, for example, Google Play Books, VLC to watch videos or some games. The immersive mode does nothing but take the whole screen of the mobile phone, including that space at the top of the notification bar and the one at the bottom of the navigation buttons that are hidden .
This space is earned on all stock Android 4.4 smartphones such as the Moto G and the Nexus 5.
The easiest way to have the immersive mode is that of the GMD Immersive application that works without any need to unlock the phone with root.
The app is free with some limitations that can be unlocked by paying the full version. After installation, from the notification bar at the top, you can choose to hide the upper bar, to hide the lower one or to leave everything as it is. You can therefore make this change whenever you want, when needed. The paid app also allows you to activate the full screen on some specific applications automatically and to choose the color and transparency of the bottom row that allows the navigation buttons to reappear. In the application options you can hide the icon from the notification bar and disable full screen mode when the button bar is visible, so as not to bother while using the applications that need it.
Those who have the smartphone unlocked with root should install the Xposed Framework, of which I have already spoken.
After installation, you can choose the Immerse Me module found in the list of modules of this incredible application.
Once you activate it, all apps will be full screen until you deactivate the module.
To see the bars at the top and bottom you will need to swipe your finger from above or below.
The immersive or full screen mode is also present as an option in the CyanogenMod ROM interface settings.
To activate the extended desk, you must then press and hold the power button from the mobile phone shutdown menu.
