When should you use PendingIntent in Android development?

In Android development, a PendingIntent is used when you want to grant another application (or even your own application) the ability to perform a predefined action on your behalf at a later time, often in response to some event or user action. Some common scenarios where you might use a PendingIntent include:

  • Notifications: To launch an activity or a service when the user taps on a notification.
  • Alarms: To set an alarm that triggers a specific action in your application.
  • Broadcasts: To send broadcasts to other applications when specific conditions are met.

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