20lines 2.5
20Lines is a platform where you can write short stories and share them with other people. Consequently, you can read stories on all sorts of topics, the range of channels is almost endless.
Nice interface with plenty of features
The app launches with a tutorial that shows users all the neat things that they do inside the app and how to access all its features. New users need to register with an account in order to access the platform and join the community.
They can do so by using their Facebook or Twitter accounts, or by signing up with an email address. Next, you'll be promoted to select one or more of the channels available on the market.
They're categories of all sort of stories, including fan fiction, romance, history, poetry and more. You'll find featured stories on the home screen, one is recommended each day.
Read all sort of stories and add one of your own
The side menu offers access to all sort of sections inside the app and it lets you access them instantly with the tap of one finger. The discover section is filled with all sort of trending stories that you can check out.
It also features channels that you've subscribed to and others that you can check out. A search bar lets you find stories based on key words. You can also check out trending hashtags. To read simply tap on one story and the app will open the reading mode. You can like stories, change the font size or comment on them.
Write a story of your own
The app lets you add stories of your own by simply typing in the text and adding a title. You must next pick a cover and add a picture from your own gallery. Font size can also be changed and you can save and edit stories later if you wish.
Users may also share their stories anonymously, without anyone knowing that they are the actual author. You can also manage notifications for when someone comments or likes your story, or messages that you may receive inside the app. You can also send messages to any user on the platform.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI9
The interface is really nice and it makes it easy to write or read stories published on the platform by various users. |
Function7
The app has some stability issues and it crashes at time, especially when editing stories so you might want to hit the save button more often. |
Security9
It needs some permissions from your phone but they're mostly related to its features. |
Battery8
Consumption is minimal, so users shouldn't really worry about battery resources when using this app. |
Price10
It's completely free of charge, no ads or in-app purchases whatsoever. |
Compatibility8
The app should work just fine on devices running Android version 3.0 or later, making it accessible to many users. |
A nice app filled with all sorts of stories, but it has some stability issues.
Specifications
- price:
- 100% Free
- current version:
- 2.5
- reviewed version:
- 2.5
- developer:
- 20lines S.r.l.
- category:
- PRODUCTIVITY
- os version req.:
- Android version 3.0 or later
- age rating:
- 12+
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 254