The Google app's widget is incredibly popular, finding a place on many home screens. But it hasn't been customizable. Now, ...

Discover all the ways you can customize Google Maps vehicle icons in the latest beta release of the Android app.

After testing last year, the Google app on Android will now let you set a custom Shortcut in the Search widget.

While this is a relatively easy maneuver, there are a couple of caveats that might be discouraging to many: Finding a suitable and good-looking custom icon online can lead to unending Google searches.