app

it is a software designed to do a specific job.

types of apps

Desktop apps, web apps, mobile apps

desktop apps

apps that are made specifically to be run on laptops or desktops. they usually do not need web access and they can run independently.

how can we use desktop apps

First, we must install it on the desktop/laptop. It will appear as an icon in the Start menu or on the desktop.

examples of desktop apps

Word, spreadsheet, paint, notepad

web apps

apps that require internet connection. they are usually browser-based and stored on a remote server. it requires less device memory.

how can we open web apps

it can be accessed from any device through the internet.

examples of web apps

google maps, whatsapp web

mobile apps

Apps designed to run on phones, smartwatches, or tablets. They are designed to adapt to the touch screen of these devices and their orientation. They are usually very small in size, as mobile devices have less storage.

how can we install mobile apps

we can install them by using app distribution platforms like play store or app store. some may also be preloaded on the device.

photo-editing desktop apps

photoshop and pixlr

photo editing web apps

pixlr and canva

photo editing mobile apps

pixlr and adobe photoshop express

what kinds of apps does facebook have

facebook has a mobile, desktop, and web version

office suites desktop apps

ms office

office suites web apps

microsoft office 365, google docs, google slides, google sheets.

which office suite app provides a collaborative software

google docs, google sheets, google slides allows users to view and edit the documents in real time on a browser.

office suites mobile app

microsoft office, google docs, google slides, google sheets

desktop games

minesweeper and solitaire

web games

fortnite, online snooker

mobile games

there are many mobile apps that can be installed from play store or app store

media player desktop apps

vlc player and windows media player

media player mobile apps

vlc player and mx player

kinds of maps apps

google maps has desktop, web, and mobile version

native apps

apps developed keeping the device specifications in mind. most are pre-installed

hybrid apps

apps that are a combination of web apps and native apps. They are stored partly on the device and partly on the remote server. They have limited functionality when used offline. Ex: candy crush

educational apps

apps that are created to make learning more fun. ex: google classroom, khan academy, byju's, kahoot, quizlet

social networking apps

Apps used to post images, videos, and any other updates on your profile. This info is shared with everyone worldwide. ex: whatsapp, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Reddit, Instagram

entertainment apps

Applications that are used for watching videos, movies, listening to music, etc. ex: jiohotstar can be used to watch movies; Hungama Music can be used to listen to songs; BookMyShow helps you book tickets for sports, concerts, movies, and plays.

banking and finance apps

These apps enable easy access to bank services. They also make it simple to check the balance in an account, pay utility bills, transfer money, etc. Also, since the government is encouraging cashless payments, apps like Paytm, Yono from SBI, Pockets from ICICI, etc have arisen.

moneycontrol

It is an app that provides information on the global and indian stock markets. It covers the Bombay Stock Exchange, mutual funds, and commodity and currency markets.

e-commerce apps

apps that enable the buying or selling of goods online. ex: flipkart, amazon, myntra, snapdeal.

designer window

it i used to design the interface of the app

palette

it contains options like user interface, layout, media, and drawing and animation

viewer

it displays how the application will look

components

it displays the components on the screen

properties

it displays the properties of each element