Android 15 Beta 2 barely tweaks and simplifies the widget-adding expertise

New “Add” button when tapping on a widget in Android 15 Beta 2

Whereas this may occasionally appear to be a small change, it has a noticeable impression on user-friendliness. It caters to each skilled and new Android customers alike, making the method of personalizing their dwelling display screen much more accessible.

The enhancements in Beta 2 do not cease there. Android 15 can be making strides in how widgets are offered and interacted with. App builders can now make the most of enhanced capabilities to generate dynamic widget previews inside the widget picker. These previews can now show customized info particular to the person, offering a extra correct illustration of how the widget will seem on their dwelling display screen.

The widget picker itself has additionally been up to date. Customers will now discover a extra organized format with classes on the prime, together with “Necessities,” “Recommended for you,” and “Information & magazines.” This makes it simpler for customers to find and choose widgets that align with their pursuits and desires. I am curious to see how the widget-adding expertise will proceed to evolve as Android 15 strikes by way of the beta levels and eventually reaches the steady launch later this yr.