10 apps to download on Your Android Smartphone to Boost Productivity

By Sudhiir

| Published: Saturday, December 19, 2015, 18:55 [IST]

In these days, people are increasingly using their smartphones. Smartphones are now used to access do several things. It can be instant messaging, playing your favorite songs and videos and definitely, it is also used to access word documents and spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations.

While the larger screen of Desktop or Laptop still remains a preferred choice,Smartphones are still used by people to access documents on their Smartphones. Especially larger screens on Smartphones and Tablets have ensured that people can use their smartphones instead of having to use PC's.

Here we show you a list of Apps that can be used to improve productivity using your Android Smartphone.

Google Docs

Google docs on the Google Play Store allows you to use Docs, sheets and Slides. The Google Docs can also open Word Docs. You can also share Google Docs via Email. You can also download the documents on to your mobile phone and open them when they are offline.

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Office is a free to download app. You can use the app with a active internet connection to open documents. Unlike Google Docs, Microsoft Office will require an Outlook account. It is paired with OneDrive. If you looking for fully updated functionality then you can opt for a Office 365 subscription. Microsoft Office still remains the best app in this section.

Docs To Go

Docs To Go comes from DataViz. Docs to Go offers Options for connecting to multiple cloud storage accounts, desktop file sync, and opening password-protected files. While basic features of the app are available for free, those looking for full functionality can choose to opt for paid version.

OfficeSuite + PDF Editor

OfficeSuite+ PDF Editor still remains the most downloaded Office Suite on the Google Play Store. OfficeSuite lets you easily view, edit, and create Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents, convert to/from PDF, and manage your files all with the most feature-rich mobile office solution available on Android.

WPS Office + PDF

WPS Office +PDF is fully compatible with Microsoft Office file formats and can Sync files with Google Drive and Dropbox. The app also has templates for the documents. Like Template for creating resumes, correspondence, to do lists and more.

Polaris Office

Polaris Office can be used to view and edit documents on your Smartphone, Tablet or PC. You View or edit your documents anytime, anywhere with Polaris Office.There is support for Cloud support which means that you can access files from Google Drive, Drop Box and similar services.

Google Keep

Google Keep lets you keep Notes. Its a great Note taking app.Add notes, lists and photos to Google Keep. The app lets you keep notes, Reminders, check lists when you have to pick up groceries,etc.

Outlook

Outlook is a Email from Microsoft. With Outlook you can also configure all your mails including E-mails from Outlook.com and other services as well.The Email service can paired with services of Microsoft.

Dictionary.com

Dictionary.com is a comprehensive app for all your dictionary needs. Dictionary.com is the leading free English dictionary app for Android with numerous definitions and synonyms.This app works offline - you do not need an internet connection. Includes features like Word of the day, and several other features, notifications.