Android 16 Beta 2: Easy user switching with new Android widget

Android has a bunch of cool widgets you can get from the Play Store, but sometimes you just need one that does one thing well, like changing users on your device. If you often share your Android tablet with your family and want to switch between users fast, you’ll love the new widget in Android 16.

Android has always supported having more than one user on a device, each with their own space for apps, settings, and personal stuff. While this isn’t common on phones, it’s pretty useful on tablets shared by family members. Normally, to switch users, you go into settings or use the quick settings menu. But now, there’s an easier way.

The new “switch users” widget in Android 16 beta makes changing users a breeze. It shows big buttons with each user’s picture, so you know exactly who you’re switching to. There’s also a button to go straight to the user settings if you need to change something there.

Adding this widget to your home screen is easy. Just open up where you add widgets on your home screen and look for the “switch users” option. On a Pixel device, you’ll find it under the “Users” section.

This helpful widget comes with Android 16 Beta 2 in an app called “Multiuser.” It’s not something you can download like other apps because it needs special permissions only system apps can have. If you want to try this out, you’ll need to get the Android 16 Beta 2 or wait for the full version of Android 16 to come to your device.

This widget is all about making life simpler for those who share their Android devices, keeping everything smooth and user-friendly.

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