What is an applet and its function?

applets are lightweight applications that run on mobile devices, and can be accessed and used directly on specific platforms without downloading and installing by users. Applets are usually based on the ecosystem of a platform, such as WeChat and Alipay.

The functions of applets are as follows:

1. Convenient use: applets can be used directly on specific platforms without downloading and installing, and users can access applets by scanning QR codes or searching, saving users' time and storage space of mobile phones.

2. Lightweight experience: Applets usually have a simple and concise 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, etc., 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, which expands the coverage and user groups of applets.

5. Low-cost development: Compared with the traditional mobile application development, the development cost of applets 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 also provide a channel for developers to quickly promote their business, which has a wide range of applications and development prospects.