Android: Store contacts as a speed dial on homescreen

We'll show you how to save contacts on Android as a speed dial on your home screen. This way, you don't have to constantly start the phone or messaging app when you want to call your friends.

Add Android contacts as a speed dial to the homescreen

Depending on the manufacturer and model, the menu names of the individual steps may differ. However, the procedure is always similar:

1. Go to the homescreen.
2. Keep your finger pressed briefly until a window appears.
3. Select the "Widgets" (or "Shortcuts") option here.
4. In the next window choose "Contacts".
5. Now tap on the desired contact to save it on the homescreen.

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