Shortcut Maker
Android_RK Personalization In-app purchases
Simple app to create shortcut for anything you want.
- Rating
- 3.5
- 24.7K ratings
- Downloads
- 10.8M+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- In-app purchases
- Updated
- Apr 9
- 2026 · v5.0.7
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About Shortcut Maker
This app can create a shortcut on android homescreen for anything you want from your android.
Simply select the feature and click on CREATE to shortcut. That's it!
Quite simple right?
You can also use this app to launch an actvity from installed app.
Apps and Activities: Create shortcut of installed apps and activities.
Folder and Files : Create shortcut of folder and files from internal storage.
Intents: Create shortcut of android system intents along with the default app.
Quick Settings: Create shortcut to quickly change your system settings.
Website: Shortcut for your favourite website.
User Requested: Features that are requested by users.
#Custom#: Just a bonus and fresh feature to get shortcuts from installed apps and edit in this app before creating.
Contact me: Shortcut to mail me your suggestions :)
Search: you can search for installed apps and activity from those apps.
Shortcut Preview: after selecting the activity app will show you a preview of shortcut before creating. Here you can also rename the shortcut name. You can also add shortcut to favourite.
History: here you can check the list of shortcuts created by you.
Favourite: here you can check the list of your favourite shortcuts.
If you wish to add any features in this app, please send me your responses and feedbacks on [email protected] (Don't forget to add app name in subject)
Special Thanks to MaterialSearchView (Thanks MiguelCatalan! :)) for providing a free searchview with a clean UI with simple implementation. Here's the link the library I used for this:
https://github.com/MiguelCatalan/MaterialSearchView
Simply select the feature and click on CREATE to shortcut. That's it!
Quite simple right?
You can also use this app to launch an actvity from installed app.
Apps and Activities: Create shortcut of installed apps and activities.
Folder and Files : Create shortcut of folder and files from internal storage.
Intents: Create shortcut of android system intents along with the default app.
Quick Settings: Create shortcut to quickly change your system settings.
Website: Shortcut for your favourite website.
User Requested: Features that are requested by users.
#Custom#: Just a bonus and fresh feature to get shortcuts from installed apps and edit in this app before creating.
Contact me: Shortcut to mail me your suggestions :)
Search: you can search for installed apps and activity from those apps.
Shortcut Preview: after selecting the activity app will show you a preview of shortcut before creating. Here you can also rename the shortcut name. You can also add shortcut to favourite.
History: here you can check the list of shortcuts created by you.
Favourite: here you can check the list of your favourite shortcuts.
If you wish to add any features in this app, please send me your responses and feedbacks on [email protected] (Don't forget to add app name in subject)
Special Thanks to MaterialSearchView (Thanks MiguelCatalan! :)) for providing a free searchview with a clean UI with simple implementation. Here's the link the library I used for this:
https://github.com/MiguelCatalan/MaterialSearchView
What’s new
Version 5.0.7 · Updated April 9, 2026
10M+ Downloads! 🚀 Rebuilt for Modern Android. - Bug fixes ✅ NEW: Adaptive 1x1 Widgets (Fully customizable, icon, label & spacing) ✅ NEW: Material 3 UI & Shortcut Delay ✅ NEW: Standardized Shortcuts for easier sharing & integration ✅ IMPROVED: Work App support & faster indexing/loading ✅ FIXED: Massive cleanup of long-awaited bugs ✅ SMARTER: Message shortcuts & auto-favicons for links Major database update! If you face data migration issues, please email me directly. ❤️
User reviews
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Awesome! I've been searching for a Shortcut app that does what I want. Now I found it. It works so well with no problems at all. Thanks & well done to developer.
Excellent app, perfect for what I needed. Professional design and developer.
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the Shortcut Maker app?
The Shortcut Maker app allows users to create shortcuts on their Android homescreen for various features, such as launching activities from installed apps, creating shortcuts for folders and files, setting shortcuts for Android system intents, and more.
How do I create a shortcut using the Shortcut Maker app?
To create a shortcut, simply select the desired feature and click on the "CREATE" button. The app will generate the shortcut for you, making it quick and simple to use.
Can I customize the shortcuts created by the app?
Yes, the Shortcut Maker app offers a custom feature where you can edit and customize the shortcuts generated from installed apps before creating them.
Is it possible to create shortcuts for websites?
Yes, the app allows you to create shortcuts for your favorite websites, making it convenient to access them with just a click.
How can I search for installed apps and activities within the app?
The Shortcut Maker app includes a search feature that enables you to search for installed apps and activities from within the app itself.
Can I preview the shortcut before creating it?
Yes, the app provides a shortcut preview feature that shows you a preview of the shortcut before creating it. You can also rename the shortcut and add it to your favorites if desired.
Is there a history feature to keep track of created shortcuts?
Yes, the app includes a history feature where you can view a list of shortcuts created by you, allowing you to easily manage and access them.
Can I provide feedback or suggest new features for the app?
Yes, you can contact the app developer by sending your responses and feedbacks to [email protected]. Don't forget to include the app name in the subject of your email.
Are there any additional features in the app?
Yes, the app offers a bonus feature called "Custom" which allows you to get shortcuts from installed apps and edit them within the app before creating them.
Are there any special acknowledgments for the development of the app?
The app developer expresses special thanks to MaterialSearchView and MiguelCatalan for providing a free searchview with a clean UI and simple implementation. The library used for this feature can be found on the following link: https://github.com/MiguelCatalan/MaterialSearchView
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| App | Rating | Price | Installs | Last updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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