What are limitations of App Clip apps?
Asked on 07/31/2024
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App Clips are designed to provide a lightweight and streamlined experience for users, but they come with certain limitations. Here are some key limitations of App Clips:
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Size Limit: App Clips must be under 10MB in size, which restricts the amount of content and functionality that can be included.
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Limited Time Usage: App Clips are intended for short-term use and are not meant to replace full apps. They are automatically removed from the device after a period of inactivity.
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Restricted Access to System Resources: App Clips have limited access to system resources and cannot perform background tasks or use certain APIs that are available to full apps.
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No Persistent Storage: App Clips cannot store data persistently across sessions. Any data stored by an App Clip is temporary and will be cleared when the App Clip is removed.
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Limited Network Access: App Clips have restricted network access and cannot perform extensive network operations.
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Limited Integration with Other Apps: App Clips have limited integration capabilities with other apps and cannot use certain inter-app communication features.
For more detailed information on App Clips and their limitations, you can refer to the session on Bring your app’s core features to users with App Intents.
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