Android smartphones have a lot of features that allow you to simplify interaction with your gadget. The existence of many of them (for example, the cloning option) is not known to average users. However, this does not mean that these features are useless. Today we will understand how to clone an application on the Android operating system, and for what it may be necessary.

Features of cloning

Before making a clone of an application, you need to understand why and in what cases it may be necessary. For this purpose, let's consider a simple example related to the WhatsApp messenger. By default, this application allows the owner to use only one account, but the owner of a smartphone can have two accounts: the first for work and the second for personal communication. The clone option in such a case allows you to create another WhatsApp space where you can authorize in the second account. The same applies to all other apps, where by default there is no option to use two accounts at the same time. Having said that, it is important to note that cloning may not be available for all programs. Some applications themselves block this option, because of which the owner of the smartphone can not create a second account without leaving the current profile.

Built-in functions

Make a copy of the application can be made both with the help of built-in tools, and through third-party software. Alas, the function is not standard for the Android operating system, and therefore its presence or absence depends on the manufacturer of the smartphone. Next, let's look at a few possibilities for implementing the option on devices of different brands.

Creating and deleting a clone in Xiaomi

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• Open the phone settings.
  

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• Go to the "Applications" section.
  

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• Open the "Clone Applications" tab.
  

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• Move the slider to the right next to the program you want to duplicate.
  

On a side note. To remove the clone, you need to move the slider to the left.

If everything is done correctly, the second application icon will appear on the desktop. But if you have already passed authorization in the first program, you will have to log in again to the second one. This will allow you to use two accounts at the same time.

Cloning apps on Meizu

Devices of the Chinese company though have lost their fanbase in recent years, but many people continue to use their smartphones. Therefore, it is not superfluous to analyze the principle of operation of the function on Meizu. It is implemented in a similar way to Xiaomi, and the owner of the gadget needs:

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• Open the device settings.
  

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• Go to the "Special Features" section and then go to "Clone apps".
  

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• Activate the slider located in front of the desired program.
  

On both Xiaomi and Meizu, you may face the problem of detecting the option.

Remember that it is provided by default, and you can use the settings search bar to quickly navigate to the desired menu item.

Tools in Honor for clones

You can also copy programs on Honor smartphones. But due to the peculiarities of the EMUI shell, the names of some menu items are different, and therefore it is important to illustrate a separate instruction:

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• Open the gadget settings.
  

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• Go to the "Apps" section, and then go to "Clone app".
  

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• Activate the option for the desired program.
  

If the operation is performed correctly, you will see the duplicate next to the main application icon. You will be able to distinguish them by the blue icon in the lower right corner of the logo. And do not forget that the instruction for Honor is relevant on Huawei smartphones.

Dual app profile on Samsung

Samsung, too, could not bypass the function of cloning programs on its devices. But, since the smartphones of the South Korean manufacturer are based on its own OneUI shell, the principle of performing the operation on them is slightly different:

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• Open the settings of "Samsung".
  

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• Go to the section "Additional functions", and then - "Dual application profile".
  

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• Select the application of interest by moving the slider to the right.
  

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• Confirm the cloning.
  

As on devices of other brands, on "Samsung" the duplicate is accompanied by a special mark in the lower right corner of the icon. So you can easily distinguish the basic application from its clone.

Creating a program clone on Realme

Chinese smartphones brand realme in recent years have gained incredible popularity, so there is nothing surprising in the fact that every day more and more owners of these devices want to understand whether it is possible to clone applications without additional software. The answer to the question will be affirmative, because to create a duplicate on realme you need:

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• Start the smartphone settings.
  

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• Go to the "Cloning Applications" section.
  
• Select the application of interest.
  

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• Activate the "Application cloning" setting.
  

Unlike devices from other manufacturers, on Realme you can also assign your own name to the duplicate. For example, by default, the WhatsApp clone will be called "WhatsApp (copy)", but you can name the app completely differently to make sure you don't confuse it with the original.

Creating a copy on OnePlus

Although OnePlus smartphones are part of the BBK Electronics group along with Realme, Vivo, OPPO and other brands, they are based on their own OxygenOS shell. It differs not only in appearance, but also in the names of some menu items, which can cause difficulties when trying to create a clone. If you can't find an option, follow the instructions:

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• Open OnePlus settings.
  

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• Go to "Apps" and then go to "Parallel apps".
  

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• Activate the slider next to the program of interest.
  

Unlike Realme, the name of the clone on OnePlus is not accompanied by the note "copy" and it cannot be given a new name. Therefore, when searching for a duplicate, you will have to focus solely on the icon in the lower right corner of the logo.

Third-party apps

Earlier, we tried to analyze all smartphones that have the cloning feature implemented, but it is obvious that these are not all devices with this feature. If you failed to create a duplicate, or you did not find the option, then it is suggested to seek the help of third-party software. Next, we will look at a few of the most popular applications for creating clones of other programs.

APP Cloner

Application cloning can be done through a program whose name speaks for itself. But note that App Cloner is removed from the Play Market, so the software will have to be downloaded manually and installed via an APK file. However, if this is not a serious obstacle for you, you can easily create a clone of the application by following the instructions below:

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• Install App Cloner.
  

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• Run the program and grant it all the requested permissions.
  
• Click the "+" button labeled "Add" to select the app of interest.
  

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• Check the boxes next to all the programs for which you want to create a duplicate.
  

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• Click the "Add to APP Cloner" button.
  
• Wait for the cloning to complete.
  

The process of preparing a duplicate may take a few minutes. The exact time depends on the number of selected applications and their size, as well as the power of your mobile device. Once the operation is complete, you will notice additional program logos appear on the desktop next to the standard icons.

At the same time, some users who have downloaded APP Cloner face the problem of displaying the clone shortcut on the home screen. If you have such difficulties, launch APP Cloner, select the problematic program and click the "Add to desktop" button. The error should be fixed.

Do Multiple Space

The following program, developed by River Stone Tech studio, is available for download stickers for whatsapp via Play Market and other app stores. Consequently, you will not have to search for software manually and install it via an APK file. To create a duplicate, you will need to follow the algorithm:

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• Find Do Multiple Space on Google Play and click the "Install" button.
  
• Once the installation is complete, run the program and also agree to grant all the necessary permissions.
  

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• Click the "+" button.
  
• Check the boxes next to all programs that require cloning.
  
• Confirm the operation by clicking on the "Clone with Do Multiple Space" button.
  

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• Wait for the process to finish.
  

As you can see, the principle of interaction with the program is exactly the same as in the case of APP Cloner, if you leave out the process of installing the software. Therefore, it makes sense to dwell on other features of Do Multiple Space, which may be useful to you:

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• quick switching between accounts;
  
• Account protection with Privacy Locker technology;
  
• setting up notifications in cloned programs;
  
• lightweight mode to improve performance.
  

Thus, Do Multiple Space allows you not only to create a duplicate of the application of interest, but also to speed up its work without fear for the safety of personal data. This is confirmed by the reviews of the program, posted on its page in the Play Market. Users note the pleasant and understandable interface, but at the same time complain about the instability of Do Multiple Space when interacting with two WhatsApp accounts.

DualSpace

Next on our list is another tool that can be installed through the Play Market. But keep in mind that the app store presents several programs of the same name at once:

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• Dual Space - Multiple Accounts;
  
• Dual Space Lite - Multi Accounts;
  
• Dual Space Pro - Multi Accounts;
  
• Dual Space (Pro) - 32Bit (64Bit) Support.
  

All applications are created by the same DUALSPACE studio and do not differ from each other from the functional point of view. The most popular program in the line is Dual Space - Multiple Accounts, so we recommend downloading it. The other variants will be needed only if you fail to create a duplicate through the basic utility.

Despite the fact that the program has a low rating in the Play Market (3.7 points), it is very popular, and the principle of interaction with it does not differ from other utilities presented in the rating:

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• Launch DualSpace after pre-installation.
  

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• Click the "I see" button and then click the "+" button.
  
• Mark the applications you want to add to the second space.
  
• Click the "Clone" button.
  

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• Wait for the operation to complete.
  

Unlike the other programs we talked about earlier, the clones are accessed directly through DualSpace, that is, no additional shortcuts appear on the desktop. This is both the advantage and disadvantage of the application, forcing you to perform unnecessary actions to access a second account in WhatsApp or Sberbank. But this is a very small problem against the background of complaints about the annoying ads that accompany every launch of Dual Space - Multiple Accounts.

Parallel Space

If the name of the previous application can be translated as "Second Space", then this program is called "Parallel Space". This fact once again confirms that the sum does not change from changing the places of summands, that's why Parallel Space is fundamentally no different from other similar utilities. That is, to clone you will need:

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• Launch Parallel Space.
  
• Click on "Allow" in each dialog box.
  

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• Open the "Application Clone" tab.
  

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• Check the boxes next to all programs of interest.
  
• Press the "Add to Parallel Space" button.
  

Also inside Parallel Space you will find an additional feature that allows you to make access to any clone private, i.e. through a pre-entered password. This option will allow you to protect applications that are crucial to you and have a lot of personal information.

Finally, it is important to note that Parallel Space from LBE Tech studio can be installed via any app store, including Play Market. The number of downloads of the program already numbers several hundred million and continues to grow, but the fact that ads are present can spoil the impression of this utility.

2Accounts

This program is developed by the studio of the same name and is also presented in Google Play, where it has been downloaded more than 10 million times. 2Accounts offers users several key features:

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• app cloning;
  
• quick switching between accounts; SPACE
  
• parallel data storage;
  
• separation of work and personal space.
  

At the same time, some functions become available only after Premium subscription. In particular, this applies to the creation of third and fourth clones, as well as password protection of individual applications. But the instructions remain unchanged regardless of whether you spend money on a subscription:

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• Launch 2Accounts and grant permission.
  

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• Check off programs of interest.
  
• Click the "Clone" button.
  

Another predictable advantage that can't be read for free is the lack of ads for Premium users. But it's not so intrusive in 2Accounts that you'll want to do everything you can to get rid of it.

Mo Chat

Our selection is completed by Mo Chat, a program presented in the Play Market, but unavailable for Russian users. You can bypass this restriction by downloading the application through a thematic resource and installing it via an APK file.

There may be several reasons for you to decide to use Mo Chat. First, the application is characterized by good optimization, thanks to which users do not have any difficulties when switching between accounts. Secondly, the program has an intuitive interface, so there is no point in dwelling on the cloning process separately.

At the same time, however, Mo Chat has limitations that may throw you off. For example, if you plan to create a clone of any game, because in this application only social network duplicates are available, and not all of them. So it makes sense to pay attention to alternative software, presented earlier in our material.