Google may finally fix a major frustration with Android’s Photo Picker
Code in Android 17 QPR 2 Beta 2 reveals plans for a built-in media editor, which could save users from tedious app switching.
Google is reportedly working on integrating a built-in media editor into its Android Photo Picker, according to code discovered in the Android 17 QPR2 Beta 2. The newly discovered "EditFeature" class is designed as a pop-up dialog for quick edits such as cropping and marking. As the Photo Picker updates through Google Play System Updates, this feature could roll out independently of a full OS update.
The Android Photo Picker is a system component that offers a browsable interface for third-party apps to access content from a user's media library. It represents a significant advancement in user privacy, enabling users to share specific photos and videos with third-party apps without granting them access to their entire media library. This feature saves developers the time and effort of building such an interface from scratch.
Google has been concentrating on enhancing the Android Photo Picker, as evidenced by the recent discovery of features like a camera shortcut in development. Another new feature on the horizon is a media editor, which promises to further elevate the functionality of the Android Photo Picker. As Authority Insights, Android Authority is delivering exclusive reports, app teardowns, leaks, and in-depth tech coverage that you won't find elsewhere.
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