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Web App Manifest
A JSON file that allows developers to control how their app appears to the user in areas where they would typically see apps (e.g., the mobile home screen), direct what the user can launch, and more.
Cross-Browser Compatibility
The ability of a web application to support all the web browsers across different devices.
Responsive Design
An approach where design and development respond to the user’s behavior and environment based on screen size, platform, and orientation.
Offline Support
The ability of the application to function without an internet connection, enhancing the user experience by using cached data and resources.
Add to Home Screen
A feature that prompts the user to add the PWA to their device's home screen, allowing easy access much like a native app.
Access to Device Features
Utilizing a variety of APIs to access device features like camera, geolocation, microphone, and motion sensors.
Full-Screen Mode
An option to display the app in full-screen without the browser chrome, providing a more immersive user experience.
Navigation Preloading
Loading the next page or view in advance to make the navigation appear instant for the user.
Resource Caching
Storing resources such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript and images in the cache, allowing for quick load times and offline usage.
Accessibility
Ensuring that the PWA is usable by as many people as possible, including those with disabilities. This involves the correct use of semantic HTML, ARIA roles, and assistive technologies.
App-Like Interface
PWAs are designed to look and feel like native mobile apps giving users familiar and consistent app-like interactions.
Payment Request API
A browser API that allows for a faster and more consistent user experience during the checkout and payment process on the web.
Linkable and Shareable
PWAs can be easily shared through a URL and do not require complex installation, making it easy for users to spread and bookmark.
Background Synchronization
A feature allowing the app to complete tasks in the background even if the PWA is not actively running.
Adaptive Icons
Icons that can automatically adjust to the different device screen sizes and resolutions, providing a cohesive look on various platforms.
Service Workers
Scripts that run in the background, separate from a web page, opening the door to features that don't need a web page or user interaction like push notifications.
Indexability by Search Engines
PWAs can be indexed by search engines, which means they're discoverable in search results just like traditional websites, hence more accessible.
HTTPS
A protocol for secure communication over a computer network which is widely used on the Internet. Ensures the security and integrity of your PWA.
Push Notifications
These allow an application to notify the user of new messages or events even when the user is not actively using the application.
Performance Optimization
The process of making your PWA faster, which involves strategies such as caching, lazy loading, and minimizing code.
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