Wifi Shortcuts+

Switch networks instantly. View WiFi status. Create nicknames. Free, no ads.

Wifi Shortcuts+ - Instant WiFi Network Switching

"Wifi Shortcuts+" is a simple yet powerful widget that allows users to view and control WiFi directly from their home screen. Effortlessly switch between networks, monitor access point status, automate connections, and create custom nicknames for networks. With features like scheduling, multiple widget styles, and customizable colors, it enhances WiFi management while maintaining low battery consumption. Perfect for users on modern Android versions (Oreo, Pie, Q), this app requires location permissions for optimal functionality.
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App stats

Users: 25,448
22
Rating: 3.82
(291)
Version: 23.28 (Last updated: 2020-10-25)
Creation date: 2015-12-15
Permissions
Device & app history: read sensitive log data
Location: approximate location (network-based)
Photos/Media/Files: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Storage: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Wi-Fi connection information: view Wi-Fi connections
Other:
  • view network connections
  • connect and disconnect from Wi-Fi
  • full network access
  • run at startup
  • prevent device from sleeping
  • install shortcuts

Ranking

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App summary

Simple but powerful widget to view and control WiFi directly from your home screen. Switch easily between multiple networks such as 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz. Use a widget to monitor the status of a specific access point. Use a "shortcut" to automate switching to a specific network. Create and aliases/nicknames for each network. Schedule tasks to enable/disable or connect to a network.

Features:
• Tested on Oreo, Pie, and Q; Samsung, Pixel, LG.
• 7 widgets to choose from.
• Help screens for every widget.
• Shortcut for automating switch to a network.
• Create custom names/labels for your networks.
• Schedule tasks to manage your WiFi connections.
• Customize your widget with 100's of color combinations.
• Save and restore your nicknames, custom colors and tasks.
• Highly-conservative battery consumption.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a widget and shortcut application. Use your launcher to find the widget (or shortcut) and drag it to your home screen. Also, the app cannot be moved to the SD card because the widgets will not work.

Widgets (vs shortcuts) are small apps that run from the home screen when certain events take place. To keep battery drain to a minimum, the widgets in this application only update in the following cases:
• When you unlock the device.
• When you enable/disable WiFi.
• When you connect/disconnect from a network.

LOCATION: Starting with Oreo 8.1, Google also requires your location setting enabled.
Otherwise information about the current WiFi connection and the nearby access points will not work. This is an issue with Android and not the app itself.

Permissions:
• Approximate location: Need for WiFi scan.
• Location enabled (8.1): Need for accurate WiFi information.
• Read/modify contents of SD card: Load an icon. Save and restore settings.
• Connect/disconnect WiFi: Connect to your network when shortcut tapped.
• View WiFi connections: Show you a list of networks to choose.
• Install shortcuts: Place your shortcut on the home screen.
• Prevent sleeping: Run tasks at a specific time.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Easy and fast switching between WiFi networks with one click.
  • Offers various widget sizes and customization options.
  • Provides useful information such as SSID and signal strength.
  • Good developer support for troubleshooting issues.
  • Works effectively for users with multiple networks.
Cons
  • Requires location services to be enabled, which can drain battery.
  • Sometimes auto-switches networks unexpectedly.
  • App permissions and network switching can be confusing.
  • Can be broken or malfunction after OS updates.
  • Selector screen is cramped and options are too small.
Most mentioned
  • Location services required
  • Issues with auto-switching networks
  • Developer support and responsiveness
  • Customizable widget sizes
  • Basic functionality works well
User reviews
OMG...... I've been an Android phone user since the trusty and Trendy (at the time) HTC hero! I've ALWAYS needed a WiFi on/off widget and tbh as long as it done the job I was happy 😁...but lately as the android is getting higher they're always hassle....THIS APP/WIDGET IS JUST WHAT I'VE BEEN NEEDING.... For the size options even the 1x1 widgets are brilliant can be used as Just a WiFi on/off switch or you can even click the tiny icon's to get more info! It's free and very functional. AMAZING!
by Kevin Hutchison, 2024-10-07

1. Widget needs more customisation. eg wider larger row size, font selection, etc. 2. Every time I change network it asks "Allow Wifi Shortcuts+ to turn on Wi-Fi?". There should be a setting to make this permanently to "allow". 3. Device keeps switching to different network. This app doesn't prevent auto switching.
by Ravi Agarwal, 2024-06-10

It does the basic main thing I was looking for: tap to join a specific network. But controlling the wifi on/off doesn't work, with all permissions enabled. Possibly the app hasn't kept up with changing Android permissions.
by Nameless SdK, 2023-08-18
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