# Folder Widget - App Shortcuts

> Organise apps & open them quickly from home screen using folder widget

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.light.appfolderswidgetfree](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.light.appfolderswidgetfree)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.light.appfolderswidgetfree`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Neelam Govind Bhanushali
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 32,222
- **Rating:** 3.90 / 5 (257 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.6
- **Last updated:** 2025-08-16
- **First published:** 2020-02-21
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 4.30 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.light.appfolderswidgetfree)
- **Website:** [https://sites.google.com/view/paidappsfree/home](https://sites.google.com/view/paidappsfree/home)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/paidappsfree/privacy-policy](https://sites.google.com/view/paidappsfree/privacy-policy)

## Description

**Folder Widget - App Shortcuts** allows you to organize your apps efficiently and open them directly from your home screen via a customizable folder widget. Create unlimited folder widgets, each containing a selection of apps you choose. Enjoy individual settings for each folder widget including options to display folder labels and adjust the number of columns.

This app enhances your productivity by providing quick access to your favorite apps, reducing clutter and time spent searching. The free version includes advertisements and some locked features, with a pro version available to unlock all features and remove ads. For support or feedback, contact the developer at bhanushaliarvind@gmail.com.

## Rankings

- #358,434 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.light.appfolderswidgetfree.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the app's ease of use, speed, and its functionality to group and edit app shortcuts in folders without ads. However, several reviews highlight major drawbacks such as many features requiring payment, limited customization options unless paid, problems with selecting saved widgets, and limited icon and sizing options. Despite some praises, a few users report the app does not work properly on their devices.

### Pros

- Easy to use and fast setup
- Useful app shortcuts and folder grouping functionality
- Allows editing and customization of folder widgets
- No annoying ads in the free version
- Continuous updates and developer support

### Cons

- Many features are locked behind a paywall
- Limited customization without paying
- Difficulty selecting previously saved widgets when placing them
- Limited icon options and widget sizing issues
- Some users report the app does not work as expected

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.light.appfolderswidgetfree)