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I searched without success, forgive me if this has been answered previously.  I would like to "hide" the Android notification bar at the top of the screen when Locus is open (or I'm fine with hiding it permanently).  Is there a way to load Locus "on top" or bring to front?  I'm using a Samsung Tab Active2 with Android 9.  I cannot find any settings to hide notification bar.  I've searched but haven't had any success.  Thanks...