Top 8 Android Apps for Webmasters

Webmasters do not have to be in front of their computers and laptops all day to manage their websites. Nowadays, software developers have also recognized the need to come up with mobile app counterparts for their programs. Check out these nifty Android apps that may come in handy for those who are always on the go:

1. Magic Color Picker

Magic Color Picker

They say that inspiration can hit you anywhere. In the event that a color scheme for an upcoming website project pops into mind, a color wheel is a must-have. The Magic Color Picker lets you bring along a color wheel with you wherever you go without the hassle. This free Android app is a comprehensive color picker that allows you to obtain color values in various formats such as RGB, HSV, YUV, HSL and hexadecimal. 

2. Google Analytics for Android

Google Analytics for Android

Stats are an integral part of any site. One of the most trusted names in site tracking and statistics is Google Analytics. This version of Google Analytics for Android allows you to do the same things as you would on the Web version. From this app, you can track trends and study your site's statistics on the go for a minimal fee. It is as feature-packed as its Web equivalent with data range comparisons, graphs and charts to go along with each report.

3. AndFTP

AndFTP

AndFTP is a Java-based application that allows users to access your servers using an Android device. It can manage a host of FTP configurations such as FTP, SFTP and FTPS. To make customizing easier for the user, FTP and device browsers come with this app. This free app is the perfect solution for those who are always out but need to update their site's content as uploading and downloading files is a breeze. You can also modify the properties of the file.

4. Adobe Photoshop Touch

Adobe Photoshop Touch

Adobe Photoshop is known for its image manipulation capabilities, and some of these were brought over to the Android version. Designed primarily for tablets, this nifty version of Photoshop comes with the standard image retouching tools such as cropping, brightness and contrast, saturation and the like, as well as other Photoshop usuals like layers, Refine Edge and filters. Unique to the tablet version is the Scribble Selection tool, which allows the user to select a part of an image to extract with the use of a fingertip. Searching for images is made simpler with the integration of Google Search. The experience is comparable to the Photoshop desktop version.

5. Photo Workshop

Photo Workshop

Adobe Photoshop can be intimidating for the regular webmaster with little working knowledge of the program. Photo Workshop is a simpler alternative. For only $2.99, Photo Workshop offers basic features that come with photo manipulation software such as minimal adjustments and text additions.

6. Photobucket

Photobucket

One of the most popular sites to upload photos is Photobucket. They have recently come up with Photobucket Mobile, an Android version of the said service. From this app, one can instantly upload and share photos and albums in your account. This allows webmasters to post new updates and posts on their sites with images. Sharing is also made more social with options to post on Facebook and Twitter. Even videos can be uploaded via this application. Users can also organize the contents of their account as they would in the original version. 

7. WordPress

WordPress

One of the most preferred content management systems is WordPress. Like the Wordpress account accessible in desktops and laptops, this app allows users to compose new entries as well as to edit existing content. You can even approve/disapprove comments, and even activate notifications so that you are immediately informed if there are latest comments. Both versions of WordPress (WordPress.com and self-hosted WordPress) are supported by this app.

8. Webmaster's HTML Editor Lite

Webmaster's HTML Editor Lite

Now you can edit HTML with a dedicated editor, thanks to Webmaster's HTML Editor Lite. Editing HTML is now a breeze with this handy app. Syntaxes are also highlighted for easier use, as well as a code completion feature to ensure that all tags have been properly closed. Other languages related to web design and programming such as CSS, PHP and JavaScript can also be edited through this app.


One of the recent innovations in mobile platforms is the addition of apps that are geared towards webmasters. With these apps, you can save time and perform all the tasks you need even outside your work station.

Author Bio :

Yogesh Mankani has been extensively involved with app development for Android. He enjoys sharing his tips and insights on various tech blogs. WhoIsHostingThis is an webhost search engine that allows you to see who hosts particular websites.