ISLAMABAD: As Android tablets continue to evolve, developers are adapting their creativity apps to take full advantage of the larger screens. With the recent release of devices like the Pixel Tablet and Samsung Tab S9 series, Android users now have an array of optimized creativity apps at their fingertips. Google has highlighted six standout apps that are designed to empower users’ creative projects on Android tablets.
LumaFusion for Android Tablets
LumaFusion, a widely acclaimed video editing app, has made its way to Android tablets. The company enlisted a team of experienced Android developers to ensure a seamless transition to the platform. LumaFusion offers a comprehensive video editing experience with features such as multi-track editing, an enhanced magnetic timeline, and the ability to cut, copy, and paste between projects.
Concepts for Android Tablets
Concepts, a vector-based sketchpad app, perfectly adapts to various Android screen sizes and works harmoniously with styluses. The app prioritized achieving a natural and responsive stylus experience, minimizing lag between stylus input and drawing on the canvas. According to David Brittain, CEO of TopHatch, Concepts’ developer, Android’s robust set of APIs played a pivotal role in creating this user-friendly experience.
Google Photos for Android Tablets
Google Photos is a go-to platform for storing and editing images. Its multi-column layout on tablets offers an immersive experience, displaying more photos at once on the larger screen. With a new side panel for editing suggestions and intuitive tools, photo editing becomes a breeze. Additionally, using Google Photos in split-screen mode allows for seamless drag-and-drop functionality between apps like Gmail.
Sketchbook for Android Tablets
Sketchbook, designed for sketching, painting, and drawing, boasts an intuitive tablet user interface that complements the creative process. The app adapts to different screen sizes and offers a versatile range of customizable brushes. When paired with a stylus, users can preview brush strokes by hovering the stylus over the canvas, enhancing accuracy and precision in drawings.
Adobe Lightroom for Android Tablets
Adobe Lightroom, a renowned photo and video editor, capitalizes on the expansive tablet screen to facilitate precise edits. With a vertical navigation bar for editing tools and a touch-screen interface, users can easily visualize changes before and after edits. The app’s support for editing RAW files caters to photography enthusiasts capturing RAW images on their Android devices.
Canva
Canva, a graphic design app, introduces drag-and-drop functionality, enabling users to effortlessly incorporate content into their designs. Content can be sourced from uploaded files or other apps like Google Photos and Chrome, particularly useful when using Canva in split-screen mode. The app’s updated layouts feature a vertical navigation bar on larger screens, offering an enhanced workspace.
With these optimized apps, Android tablet users can unlock their creative potential and bring their artistic visions to life on larger screens with enhanced features and functionalities.
