I keep choosing the mobile web over Google's own Android apps, and here's why
The article discusses the author's preference for using the mobile web over Google's Android apps for certain tasks. The author finds that the web version of Google services, particularly on a tablet, offers a more efficient and direct experience. This choice is driven by the limitations of the apps, which can complicate simple tasks and disrupt workflow.
- ▪The author prefers using the mobile web for five specific Google services instead of the apps.
- ▪Google Sheets on the app complicates formula editing, while the web version allows for a more straightforward process.
- ▪Using Chrome in desktop mode on a tablet enhances productivity by enabling keyboard shortcuts and easy tab switching.
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Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at Android Police.