Simply put: 12L is an operating system update. Google positions it as a « special feature drop that makes Android 12 even better on large screens ».
Why you can trust Pocket-lint (Pocket-lint) – At the 2021 Android Dev Summit, Google announced Android 12L. It described 12L as « optimised for the next wave of large-screen devices » – which includes foldables, tablets, and even devices that run Chrome OS. Here’s what you need to know about Android 12L. What is Android 12L? Simply put: 12L is an operating system update. Google positions it as a « special feature drop that makes Android 12 even better on large screens ». The company essentially tweaked its system UI for large screens, added more multitasking features, and improved compatibility support for apps. Google What does the L stand for? As far as we can tell, the « L » in Android 12L stands for « large-screen devices » – but Google has yet to confirm. Google How is 12L different from Android 12? Essentially, Android 12L can change the layout of a device’s UI, by adjusting the placement of the home screen, lock screen, notifications, Quick Settings, and more. Any screen that is 600 density-independent pixels (dp) and above will display a two-column layout that uses the entire screen. In one example for Android 12L, Google said the Quick Settings menu on a large-screen device could go toward the left side of the display, while the notifications panel could be pinned to the right, allowing you to use both simultaneously without opening one app and closing another.
