If you own a Samsung Galaxy phone, you can use the preinstalled My Files app to add a PDF shortcut to your home screen. Open your file manager or Files app and locate the PDF file. Tap on the ...

Open the App: Launch the shortcut maker app and follow its instructions to create a custom shortcut for any setting or app feature.

Android users can add a website shortcut to their home screen, here's how.

Using an app called Shortcut Maker in the Google Play store, you can create custom-made themed icons for any app in your app drawer.