Google Files, a popular Android app, plans to remove the “Important” tab next month. Users have been notified that all documents stored in this tab will be permanently deleted. The “Important” tab was introduced in India last year and was dedicated to storing essential documents such as government-issued identification data. Although Google has not officially announced the decision to remove this feature, the content of recent notifications suggests that the “Important” tab will disappear.
This decision has raised concerns among users who rely on this feature for easy access to important documents. In response, Google recommends that users manually back up their files before February 15th this year. Users can choose a destination to keep their important documents by clicking the Share button in the Files app.
This is not the first time Google has taken such steps. The company has a history of discontinuing certain features and services. In 2023 alone, over 10 features and services were discontinued, including Google Stadia and YouTube Stories. This trend seems to be continuing in 2024.
While the removal of the “Important” tab may be disappointing for users outside of India who were hoping to utilize this feature, it emphasizes the importance of regularly backing up essential documents independently. In the absence of this tab, it is crucial to find alternative ways to organize and easily access such files.
Google plans to notify users of the upcoming closure via push notifications, providing enough time to take necessary steps to preserve their documents. As the deadline approaches, users are advised to immediately back up their documents to avoid any loss or inconvenience.
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