Key Facts

• The Google Play Store's wishlist feature allows users to add apps to a list by pressing the hamburger menu button on an app's Play Store listing, which can be accessed by going to the Play Store, pressing the profile icon, scrolling down to Library, and selecting Wishlist.
• The wishlist feature is not easily discoverable, as it is hidden in the hamburger menu and requires multiple steps to access, which may explain why many users, including tech reporter Tom Bedford, were unaware of its existence.
• The wishlist feature allows users to save apps for future download, including mobile games, productivity apps, and creative tools, and displays the current price of each app, as well as indicating if an app is included in the Play Pass subscription.
• The wishlist feature helps users keep track of apps they want to download but don't need immediately, allowing them to wait for discounts or to free up storage space on their device, and also enables users to prioritize downloads based on factors like price and storage requirements.
• The wishlist feature can be used to save money on apps, as users can monitor prices and wait for discounts, and it also provides a way to keep track of apps that are included in the Play Pass subscription, making it easier to decide when to sign up.