The mobile browser has long ceased to be just a tool for viewing pages, turning into a personal information hub that we open dozens of times a day. That is why table in Yandex Browser on the operating system Android requires careful configuration in order to display only data that is really important for the user. Proper configuration of the start page allows you to instantly access your favorite sites, weather reports and news without unnecessary searches.
By default, the application offers a standard set of elements, which often seems overloaded or, conversely, insufficient for experienced users. However, the flexibility of settings allows you to adapt the interface to any needs: from minimalism to a rich information panel. In this article, we will analyze in detail all the available options, hidden features and ways to optimize the visual space of your smartphone.
Before making changes, it is worth noting that the browser interface may differ slightly depending on the version of the operating system and device model. However, the basic principles remain the same. You will learn how to manage widgets, customize background images and even hide unnecessary blocks, making navigation as fast and enjoyable as possible.
Access to managing board elements
To start making any changes, you need to go to the start page content management menu. This process is intuitive, but requires a certain sequence of actions. Open the application and pay attention to the bottom of the screen where the main navigation elements are located.
Click on the menu button, represented by three horizontal bars, usually located in the lower right corner or at the top of the interface depending on your version. Yandex Browser. In the list that opens, select “Settings”. Next, scroll down the page to the “Home” block, where all the control levers for the scoreboard are concentrated.
- 📱 Click on the menu button with three bars in the corner of the screen.
- ⚙️ Select the “Settings” section in the drop-down list.
- 🔍 Find the “Home” or “Tableau” block in the general list of parameters.
- 🎛️ Activate the switches for the widgets you need.
⚠️ Attention: If you do not see some options, make sure you have the latest version of the browser installed Google Play or AppGallery. Older versions may not support new widget features.
This is where it is decided which blocks will be displayed each time the application is launched. You can leave just the search bar or add a full news feed and weather report. All changes are applied instantly, which allows you to experiment with the appearance without the risk of losing data.
Customizing weather and traffic widgets
One of the most useful elements on the start page are widgets that display the current weather and traffic conditions. For residents of megacities, the “Traffic” block becomes an indispensable route planning tool. To activate them, go to the home page settings as described above and find the corresponding switches.
When you activate the weather widget, the browser will ask for permission to access geolocation. This is necessary to correctly display data specifically for your location. If you prefer to monitor the weather in another city, the settings allow you to manually change the reference point in the widget parameters.
Use the traffic widget only if you have an active mobile data, since traffic data is updated in real time and requires a constant connection to the server.
It is important to understand that these elements occupy a certain place on the screen. If free space for site content is more important to you, you can easily disable them. However, for many users, the availability of such information “out of the box” is the decisive factor when choosing a start page.
| Element | Function | Requires GPS | Traffic consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | Temperature, precipitation | Yes (recommended) | Low |
| Traffic | Traffic congestion | Yes (required) | Medium |
| News | Event feed | None | High |
| Picture of the day | Background image | No | High (when loading) |
The flexibility of settings allows you to include only what is really needed. For example, you can leave the weather, but remove the traffic information if you rarely use your navigator. This helps balance between informativeness and a clean interface.
Managing the News Feed and Recommendations
The News Feed, often called “Zen” or simply “Recommendations,” is an endless stream of articles, videos and posts selected by algorithms based on your interests. For many, this is a source of relevant information, but for others, it is a distraction that they want to remove completely.
To manage this content, you need to go to the home page settings. There you will find a switch “Show recommendations feed” or similar. Disabling this option will make the start page clean, leaving only the search bar and a panel with frequently visited sites.
Algorithms Yandex are constantly learning by analyzing your clicks and viewing time. If you decide to leave the feed, but it shows uninteresting content, you can click on the menu icon for a specific article and select “Less of this” or “Hide source”. This will help reconfigure the results to suit your current preferences.
It is worth noting that disabling the news feed significantly speeds up the launch of the browser, especially on devices with limited RAM. Fewer interface elements mean less CPU load when starting the application.
Personalization of background and visual style
The visual component plays an important role in ease of use. Yandex Browser allows you to change the background image of the scoreboard by choosing from the built-in collection or uploading your photos. This makes the interface more individual and pleasing to the eye.
To change the background, click on the background settings icon, which is usually located in the lower right corner of the board (an icon with three dots or a palette). You will be asked to select a picture from the device’s gallery or use the “Picture of the Day” selection. An automatic wallpaper changer is also available.
- 🖼️ Select a static image from your phone gallery.
- 🌅 Turn on Picture of the Day mode to change the background daily.
- 🎨 Use a solid color if you prefer minimalism.
- 📸 Upload your own photo for maximum personalization.
⚠️ Attention: Setting high-quality photos as the background may increase battery consumption on AMOLED screens if you use a light interface theme.
In addition, you can change the theme to dark or light. The dark theme not only looks stylish, but also helps save energy on modern displays. The theme switch is usually located in the general browser settings menu or in the user profile.
Editing tiles of frequently visited sites
The central part of the display is occupied by tiles of frequently visited sites. This is the fastest way to go to your favorite resources. The browser automatically adds the sites you visit most often, but you can manually edit this list.
To add a new site, click on the plus sign or the “Add” button. Enter a title and URL. To remove an unnecessary tile, you just need to click on it and hold it, after which a cross or a menu with the “Delete” option will appear. You can also drag the tiles, changing their order.
Action: Long press on the tile -> Edit/DeleteUse this function to keep important services at hand: online banking, mail, social networks or work tools. This turns the browser into a kind of control panel for your digital life.
The secret of grouping tiles
The folder function is available in some versions of the browser. To create a folder, drag one tile on top of another. This will help organize a large number of sites into neat groups by topic.
Regularly cleaning this list helps maintain order and does not clutter the interface. Remove sites you no longer use and add current services. This is a simple but effective measure to optimize the workspace.
Hide advertising blocks and promotional materials
Often users are annoyed by advertising offers and promotional materials that may appear on the display. Although it is difficult to completely get rid of all advertising in a free service, you can significantly reduce its number through the settings.
In the settings section of the main page, look for items like “Show promotional materials” or “Recommendations from partners.” Disabling these options will make the scoreboard cleaner. It is also worth checking the notification settings from the browser itself so that they do not appear in the Android notification curtain.
- 🚫 Disable the display of promotional materials in the home settings.
- 🔕 Prevent the browser from showing push notifications in the Android system.
- 🧹 Clear regularly history to reset targeted advertising.
- 🛡️ Use the built-in ad blocker for pages.
In addition, there are extensions and data saving modes that can also block the loading of heavy advertising banners on pages. Activating the "Turbo" mode (if available in your version) helps speed up loading and hide some advertising content.
Comprehensive settings for hiding ads require actions both inside the browser and in the Android system notification settings for the full effect.
Resetting settings and restoring defaults
If during the experiments you get confused in settings or the interface has become unstable, you can always return everything to its original state. Resetting the board settings will not affect your bookmarks, passwords and browsing history unless you choose to completely clear the data.
To return the board display settings to the factory settings, just find the “Reset home settings” item in the menu or simply manually disable all widgets that you previously activated. This will return the browser to the “as after installation” form.
In extreme cases, when the browser does not work correctly, you can clear the application cache through the Android settings. To do this, go to Phone settings → Applications → Yandex → Storage → Clear cache. This is a safe operation that often solves problems with displaying interface elements.
⚠️ Attention: Be careful when selecting the “Clear data” option (as opposed to cache), as this may delete your local settings and login sessions on sites.
Regularly resetting the cache is useful for maintaining browser performance. Over time, temporary files can take up hundreds of megabytes, slowing down the application. Do this preventively once a month.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Why did the weather and traffic widgets disappear on the display?
Most likely, you updated your browser or application, and the settings were reset to default. This could also happen after clearing the application data. Check your home page settings and re-enable the necessary widgets. Make sure your browser has permission to access geolocation.
Is it possible to completely remove the Zen news feed?
Yes, it is possible. In the home page settings, find the switch responsible for displaying the recommendations or news feed and disable it. The start page will become minimalistic, containing only the search bar and site tiles.
How to make the scoreboard background black to save battery?
Enable dark theme in the browser settings. Then, in the scoreboard background settings, select a solid black color or upload a black image from the gallery. On AMOLED screens, this significantly reduces power consumption.
Why are changes in the display not saved?
Check the availability of free space in the device memory. If memory is full, the browser may not save new configurations. Also try restarting your device and checking for browser updates in the app store.
Does the number of widgets affect the speed of the browser?
Yes, a large number of active widgets, especially the auto-refreshing news feed and geolocation widgets, consume more RAM and battery power, which can slightly slow down the launch on older devices.