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- Google Play is introducing new features to improve widget visibility and make it easier for users to discover apps with widgets.
- The updates include a dedicated widget search filter, widget badges on app pages, and a curated editorial page showcasing useful widgets.
- These changes aim to encourage users to use widgets more while giving developers a stronger reason to invest in widget development.
Google is rolling out new updates to Google Play Store aimed at making Android widgets more accessible and visible to users. The latest changes are designed to help people discover widgets more easily, ultimately encouraging more engagement with apps that offer them.
Widgets have long been a useful feature on Android, providing quick access to information and app functions right from the home screen. However, many users either don’t realize their favorite apps have widgets or struggle to find ones that fit their needs. Google is addressing this issue with three key improvements to widget discoverability on Google Play.