A web navigation application on the Android operating system, capable of displaying content that utilizes the entirety of the device’s screen. This involves removing the standard system navigation bar and status bar, providing a more immersive viewing experience for the user. For example, a user watching a video might choose this mode to eliminate distractions and maximize screen real estate.
The implementation of this display option offers several advantages, notably increased screen viewing area and reduced visual clutter. Historically, it emerged as a response to user demand for a more streamlined and distraction-free browsing experience on mobile devices, becoming increasingly prominent with the advent of larger screen sizes and media-rich web content.