TL;DR Google is testing a new customizable shortcut for the Search widget on Android that will give users quick access to features like Translate, Song Search, Weather, Translate (camera), and Finance. The feature is not widely available yet, but we have a sneak peek.
Google is currently testing a new customizable shortcut for its Search widget on Android. This new feature will add a third shortcut to the widget, giving users quick access to handy features like Translate, Song Search, Weather, Translate (camera), and Finance. Although the feature is not widely available at the moment, a sneak peek shows that users will be able to select a shortcut from a list and add it to the widget.
The Search widget on Android currently features two shortcuts for voice search and Google Lens. The new customizable shortcut, indicated by a “+” icon, will allow users to select one additional shortcut from the list provided. While the feature is still in early development and may not save changes immediately, it is expected to be rolled out widely soon.
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