Overview
The quick_settings package enables Flutter developers to create and manage custom tiles in Android's Quick Settings panel. By integrating with Android's system-level UI, it allows apps to expose quick actions directly from the notification shade. The package handles tile lifecycle events, state management, and interactions, making it easy to build responsive, system-integrated controls. It is specifically designed for Android and requires minimal setup via a simple pub add command. Ideal for productivity, media control, or device management apps needing direct access from the system UI.
Use cases
- Adding custom quick actions to Android Quick Settings
- Creating media playback controls
- Enabling rapid device toggles like Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
- Integrating app-specific shortcuts into system UI
- Building productivity tools with instant access
Key features
- Custom tile creation for Android Quick Settings
- Lifecycle event handling for tiles
- Simple integration with Flutter apps
- Supports state persistence across reboots
- Built-in tile interaction callbacks
Suitable for
- Android-focused Flutter apps
- Apps needing system-level quick access
- Developers building utility or media apps
- Teams targeting Android system integrations
- Projects requiring low-latency user interactions
Considerations
- Only works on Android platforms
- Requires Android SDK 21+
- Needs proper manifest configuration
- Limited to Android Quick Settings only
- May require user permission for some tile types