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Google is making some changes to Google Play on Android devices to better highlight apps that include widgets, according to a blog post. The changes include a new search filter for widgets, widget badges on app detail pages, and a curated editorial page dedicated to widgets.

So, Google announced that it is making it easier to find apps with widgets by adding a ‘Widgets’ filter to Play Store search. It helps users quickly spot apps with widget support (via 9to5Google ).

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The search giant admitted that “one of the challenges with investing in widget development has been discoverability and user understanding,” so they will be rolling out new features to promote them better on Android phones, tablets and other foldable devices aside from the Play Store.

The company says developers can now focus on driving downloads and engagement with the help of a dedicated widgets search filter.

Google is updating the Play Store to improve widget discovery. New features include a dedicated widget search filter and a widget badge. A curated widgets page will promote apps with widgets. Google has been actively adding a flurry of new features to the Play Store over the last year in an effort to improve the experience,