Google Play Store Likely To Get New Feature ‘App Auto Open’ To Automatically Launch Newly Installed Apps; Check Details

Google is expected to introduce an App Auto Open feature to the Play Store that automatically launches newly installed apps to enhance user experience, which will likely provide the option to enable or disable the feature.

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New Delhi, June 16: Google is expected to introduce a new feature to the Google Play Store that will automatically launch newly installed apps. The update intends to streamline the user experience by eliminating the need to manually open an app after installation. According to reports, the new feature, called "App Auto Open" aims to automatically launch apps after they are downloaded and installed on the device, making it a convenient option for Android users to start using the app. It is anticipated that this is Google's ongoing effort to improve the usability of the Google Play Store app.

As per a report of English Jagran, Google Play Store may automatically open apps after downloading providing with a notification alert. The new Play Store feature is expected to be beneficial for users who want to start using their apps instantly without extra steps. The upcoming update is anticipated to be a major addition to the Play Store app for making it more user-friendly and efficient. WhatsApp New Feature Update: Meta-Owned Platform Introduces Enhanced Audio and Video Calling Features and Likely To Soon Allow Voice Note Transcriptions in Hindi and More Languages; Check Details.

Google is simplifying the user experience and making its Play Store app more accessible. The "App Auto Open" will be an optional feature that users can enable or disable, but by default, it will be activated. Currently, the feature is in the testing phase and is not yet available. As this feature rolls out, it will be interesting to see how it enhances user interactions with the Google Play Store. LinkedIn Introduces New AI-Powered Features for Premium Subscribers To Write Resumes, Cover Letters for Professionals in Job Search.

The "App Auto Open" feature was identified in version 41.4.19 of the Play Store, which automatically launches an app upon completion of its installation. When this feature is enabled, users will receive a notification displayed as a banner at the top of the screen. The notification is expected to be displayed for a duration of up to five seconds and will likely either ring or vibrate depending on the phone's settings. Additionally, users may also have the option to mute these notifications.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jun 16, 2024 03:53 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

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