What are applets and their functions?

Applet is a lightweight application running on mobile devices, which can be accessed and used directly on a specific platform without downloading and installing by users. Applets are usually based on an ecosystem of platforms, such as WeChat and Alipay.

The functions of applets are as follows:

1. Easy to use: small programs can be used directly on specific platforms without downloading and installing. Users can use applets by scanning QR codes or searching, which saves users' time and mobile phone storage space.

2. Lightweight experience: Small programs usually have a simple and clear interface design, focusing on core functions, and users can quickly find the required functions and operate them, providing a faster and more efficient user experience.

3. Multi-scenario application: applets can be applied to various scenarios, such as e-commerce shopping, online booking, social sharing, entertainment games and so on. To meet the needs of users in different scenarios.

4. Cross-platform support: applets can run on multiple platforms, such as WeChat, Alipay and Baidu. , expanding the coverage and user groups of small programs.

5. Low-cost development: Compared with the traditional mobile application development, the development cost of small programs is relatively low, the development cycle is short, and the maintenance and update are convenient, which is suitable for entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized enterprises.

6. Powerful ecosystem: applets are built in the ecosystem of a specific platform, which can make full use of the user base and social network of the platform to achieve wider user coverage and communication effects.

Generally speaking, applets provide users with a more convenient and fast application experience, and at the same time provide developers with a channel to quickly promote business, which has a wide range of applications and development prospects.