Android appcompat toolbar stretches when searchview gets focus

Question

I\'m updating an app to use the new Toolbar instead of the regular ActionBar. In my app the user must be able to select a contact from their contac

Answer 1

I had the same problem than OP, I tried the android:fitsSystemWindows="true" solution, but it was half resolved: the searchview didn't expand anymore but the notification bar (top of screen) became totally white (like the layout background) instead of red (my app theme).

I found an alternative way and it's working like a charm, so for those who are stuck, try this:

In your manifest, just add this line in your activity section:

android:windowSoftInputMode="adjustPan"

Example: