What Is a Widget?

A widget is a neat way to customize your Android phone’s display. You can add items such as a search bar, clock, countdown calendar, or weather details, all onto your home screen, so there’s no need to open a specific app to see such information. 

How Do I Add Custom Widgets to My Phone?

Here’s how to add a widget to your phone and tweak its size and placement, so it offers the best experience for you. 

How to Resize a Widget on Your Home Screen

Once you’ve added a widget to your home screen, you may realize it if you’d prefer it in a different location or for it to be a different size. Here’s how to resize and relocate a widget on your home screen.

How to Remove a Widget From Your Home Screen

Changed your mind and no longer want the widget on your screen? Here’s how to remove it.

How Do I Download New Widgets for Android?

Your smartphone comes with several pre-installed widgets, but it’s possible to add more. To do so, you need to download apps from the Google Play Store. It’s also worth checking out the best free Android widgets if you prefer not to spend any money on new apps.

How Do I Download Widgets on My Samsung?

Because Samsung Android-based phones use a customized Android version, they have a slightly different method of adding widgets. So, if you have a Samsung phone, check out how to install a widget on a Samsung phone.