Google is always working to enhance the user experience, and the latest Android 15 Beta 2 release is no exception. This update focuses on improving the functionality of widgets to make customization easier and more intuitive for all users.

One of the standout features in this beta release is the introduction of a simple yet significant change when adding widgets to the home screen. In previous versions of Android, adding a widget required tapping and dragging it to the desired location. While functional, this process could be cumbersome for some users. With Android 15 Beta 2, Google has streamlined this action by introducing an “Add” button. Now, when a user taps on a widget, they can simply tap on the “Add” button to instantly place it on the home screen.

This small change has a big impact on user-friendliness, catering to both experienced and new Android users. It makes personalizing the home screen more accessible and hassle-free.

But that’s not all – Android 15 is also improving how widgets are presented and interacted with. App developers now have enhanced capabilities to generate dynamic widget previews within the widget picker. These previews can display personalized information specific to each user, giving a more accurate representation of how the widget will look on their home screen.

Furthermore, the widget picker itself has been updated with a more organized layout featuring categories like “Essentials,” “Suggested for you,” and “News & magazines.” This organization makes it easier for users to discover and choose widgets that align with their interests and needs.

It’s exciting to see how the widget-adding experience will continue to evolve as Android 15 progresses through beta stages towards its stable release later this year. Stay tuned for more updates on these exciting developments!