app organization Archives

Winsage

February 21, 2025

Windows tests long-awaited changes to Start, Share, and Search

Microsoft has released two test builds of Windows 11: Insider Preview Build 22635.4950 (KB5052078) in the Beta Channel and Insider Preview Build 26120.3291 (KB5052080) as an optional release in both Beta and Dev Channels. Build 26120.3291 introduces a semantic search capability, allowing searches by descriptive terms, but is limited to Qualcomm-powered Snapdragon PCs. Users of the Recall feature will lose all saved snapshots during the upgrade process. Build 22635.4950 tests a new Share interface that simplifies file sharing through a drag-and-drop mechanism. The Start menu will receive new configuration options, including a grid view and a "categories" view for app organization. These updates will be available to Windows Insiders receiving updates for Windows 11, version 24H2.

AppWizard

December 6, 2024

One UI 7 just made accessing your apps slick as hell

One UI 7 has been released in beta form, introducing new app organization features, including a vertical list for easier scrolling through applications. Users can also choose to revert to a traditional layout via the overflow menu. Additional enhancements include improved viewing options for notifications and Quick Settings, creating a more user-friendly environment. The new vertical interface may feel familiar to users transitioning from other Android devices.

AppWizard

September 22, 2024

If you’re still using the app list on the Pixel Watch 3, you’re doing it wrong

User experience in smartwatches is crucial for navigating app interfaces. The author compared the Apple Watch 6 and Galaxy Watch 4, noting that Samsung's app drawer offers an organized and customizable grid, allowing users to sort apps alphabetically or manually. In contrast, Apple's method lacked consistency, causing confusion for the author. The introduction of the Pixel Watch initially presented an app drawer in a list format, which was inefficient and frustrating. However, the Pixel Watch 3 introduced a grid view option, allowing users to see nine app icons simultaneously, enhancing usability and making app access easier. The author prefers the grid view for its intuitive design and efficiency.

AppWizard

July 31, 2024

How to Make App Folders on Android

A disorganized home screen can hinder productivity for Android users due to the abundance of applications. Android allows users to create folders for app organization by long-pressing an app and dragging it onto another app, which helps streamline the home screen and enhance accessibility and aesthetics.