PendingIntent
A PendingIntent is a token in the Android operating system that grants permission to another application to perform a predefined action on behalf of the original application at a later time. It encapsulates an Intent, which specifies the desired operation, such as starting an activity, broadcasting a message, or starting a service.
PendingIntents are commonly used in various Android components, including notifications, alarms, and app widgets, to enable
There are three primary types of PendingIntents:
- PendingIntent for activities (PendingIntent.getActivity()),
- PendingIntent for broadcasts (PendingIntent.getBroadcast()),
- PendingIntent for services (PendingIntent.getService()).
Creating a PendingIntent involves specifying the intent, the desired flags, and the context, ensuring proper control
Because PendingIntents can be used to perform sensitive operations, they should be handled carefully to prevent
Overall, PendingIntent plays a crucial role in Android app development by enabling asynchronous, deferred, or background