It's possible to add widgets on an Android to provide easy access to an app's functionality or information.

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iOS might be catching up in terms of customization, but if you want to take full pixel-by-pixel control over the look of the software on your phone, Android still leads the way. You're able to change ...

If you own a Samsung Galaxy phone, you can use the preinstalled My Files app to add a PDF shortcut to your home screen. Open your file manager or Files app and locate the PDF file. Tap on the ...

Add text: Settings > Display & touch > Lock screen > Add text on lock screen. Edit shortcuts: Settings > Display & touch > Lock screen > Shortcuts. Change how you unlock it: Search Settings for Screen ...

Adding a contact to your Android home screen can significantly streamline your communication process, allowing you to quickly access your favorite contacts without navigating through multiple menus.

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You can use two apps on your Android phone simultaneously with the split screen mode to boost your productivity. For Android smartphones that support this feature, simply go to the recent apps menu ...

At some point, you'll need to record your Android screen to show or explain something. Here's how I do it fast with my favorite, go-to tools.

Android tablets could get a big multitasking boost with Google’s upcoming changes to the bubbles feature in the next Android release.