How to Use App Shortcuts on OPPO Phones
On ColorOS devices, you can access app shortcuts directly from your home screen by long-pressing an app icon. These shortcuts allow you to perform common actions or open specific sections of an app without additional navigation, making your phone usage faster and more efficient.
How Do App Shortcuts Work in ColorOS 16
ColorOS 16 introduces enhanced interaction for app icons. You can now enlarge both the app icon and its associated quick function icons for easier visibility and access. This improvement makes one-handed operation smoother and allows better customization of your home screen layout.
When you long-press an app icon on your home screen, a list of app shortcuts appears. These shortcuts represent frequently used functions within the app, helping you access them instantly.
For example:
Camera app: Quickly open Portrait Shooting, Beauty Selfie, or Video Recording.
Photos app: Instantly access Search or view your Last 30 Days memories.
This feature helps reduce steps when performing common actions, improving convenience in everyday use.
How to Use App Shortcuts
Follow these steps to try it on your OPPO phone:
Long press an app icon on your home screen.
The list of available shortcuts will appear.
To enlarge the app icon, press and drag the lower right corner of the icon.
Tap the [+] symbol to add a shortcut to your home screen.
Once added, tap the shortcut to quickly open the selected app function.
Learn more about ColorOS 16.
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