Have you ever downloaded a new app, only to forget to actually open it? While I personally haven't, many users face this issue. But fear not—Google Play Store might have the perfect solution on the horizon. Reports suggest that an upcoming feature could automatically launch apps right after they're installed, saving you the hassle of searching for the app icon or wondering if the download completed.

What's The Scoop?

According to Android Authority, Google Play Store is developing a feature that could streamline your app experience. This potential feature, discovered in an APK teardown of Play Store version 41.4.19, would automatically open apps as soon as they finish downloading. Imagine the convenience: no more fumbling to find the app icon or missing out because you forgot to check if the download was complete. The app will simply pop up on your screen, ready for use.

While this feature, tentatively named App Auto Open, is still in the rumor stage and not officially confirmed, it's generating buzz. If implemented, users will have the option to toggle this feature on or off, giving you control over whether newly installed apps from the Google Play Store automatically launch.

Here's how it's expected to work: Once an app finishes downloading, a notification banner will appear at the top of your screen for approximately 5 seconds. Depending on your phone settings, you might also hear a ring or feel a vibration, ensuring you don't miss the alert, even if you're caught up in an Instagram reel or a mobile game raid.

Keep in mind, this information is unofficial, and we're still awaiting an exact release date from Google. We'll keep you posted as soon as more details emerge.

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