[FIXED] How to remove bottom line in android SearchView component?

Issue

How to remove bottom line in android SearchView component? Like in this image:

Solution

When you get a reference to your SearchView; This will work:

val backgroundView = searchView.findViewById(android.support.v7.appcompat.R.id.search_plate) as View
backgroundView.background = null

Answered By - Michael
Answer Checked By - Marilyn (JavaFixing Volunteer)