Ph.android.webview-android Guide

: It saves you from having to copy a link, close your app, open Chrome, and paste it just to see a quick webpage.

Think of it as a that lives inside your other apps. When you click a link inside an app like Facebook, Instagram, or Gmail, and the page opens immediately without leaving that app, that is the WebView at work. Why is it "helpful"?

: Since it is updated independently via the Google Play Store, Google can push security patches directly to your phone without waiting for a massive system update from your phone manufacturer. Common Confusions Android System WebView – Apps on Google Play

The "story" of (commonly known as the Android System WebView ) is one of the most helpful yet misunderstood parts of your phone. What is it?