How to Set Up a Word of the Day Widget on iOS and Android

Why You Need a Home Screen Widget for Learning

The hardest part of language learning is remembering to practice. A word of the day widget eliminates this issue completely by placing your daily word directly on your phone's home screen. Every time you check the time or open your phone, you get a micro-lesson.

How to Set Up an iOS Widget for Vocabulary Learning

If you're using an iPhone or iPad, adding an iOS widget is a breeze. Here is how to get the LinguistWidget on your Apple device:

1. Download LinguistWidget from the App Store and open it once to select your target language.
2. Return to your home screen and long-press on any empty space until the apps start jiggling.
3. Tap the + (plus) icon in the top-left corner of the screen.
4. Search or scroll down to find LinguistWidget.
5. Swipe through the sizes (small, medium, or large). We recommend the medium size, as it includes example sentences alongside the daily word.
6. Tap Add Widget and drag it to your desired location. Tap Done.

How to Set Up an Android Widget for Your Daily Words

Android users also have a seamless integration process for their android widget. Follow these steps:

1. Install LinguistWidget from the Google Play Store and configure your native and target languages.
2. Go to your phone's home screen and long-press on an empty spot.
3. Tap the Widgets option that appears at the bottom of the screen.
4. Scroll down to find LinguistWidget in the list.
5. Tap and hold the widget size you prefer, then drag it onto your home screen.
6. Drop it in place! The widget will now automatically update with a new vocabulary word every single day.

Making the Most of Your Setup

Remember that you can tap directly on the widget to open the app, mark a word as "I Know This", or hear the pronunciation. By turning your phone unlocking habit into a vocabulary learning widget experience, you're guaranteeing daily progress.