Play Store's app sharing feature bites dust

Play Store's app sharing feature bites the dust after an unnoticed run
With the latest Play Store version 45.2.19, the option to share apps is no longer visible within the 'Manage apps & device' setting, marking an end to the feature that started out as a Nearby Share-powered tool (via 9to5Google ).
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