All at sea on how to use your new Android device? Don't feel bad. While Google's phone/tablet operating system is powerful and flexible, it's easy to flounder in its ocean of options and features. Here are some tips for Android 4.x that will help you get the most out of your device without having to take a course at your local learning annex.
Widgets provide direct accessAndroid's widgets bring info and media access directly to your home screen, removing the need to launch an application. For example, you can have a calendar widget that displays your upcoming appointments, or a weather widget that gives you a forecast for the next few days.
You can add widgets by selecting the App drawer icon in the dock at the bottom of the home screen, tapping on the Widgets button at the top of the next screen, and dragging the widget you want to the main screen.
Protect your data
Using a pattern or a PIN on your phone can help protect your data. Smartphones contain a lot of personal info. Setting up a PIN or lock screen pattern can help prevent unwanted individuals from snooping on your phone. To enable one of these security measures, go into the Settings menu of your device and select the Security option. Then, select Screen Lock to find a list of all the different kinds of lock screens you can enable.
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