How do I use some apps without unlocking?

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How to use some apps without unlocking

Hi, I'm using Android 5.1.1 on a Nexus 6. My question is sort of two-fold:

-First, is there a way that I can whitelist some apps where I'm not worried about an intruder accessing them, so that I can use them via "Ok, Google" without having to go through my unlock process (sort of like how you can accept a phone call without unlocking). Examples would be Shazam or Phillips Hue, where I want quick access without hassle.
-Second, what I REALLY want is the ability to modify my lock screen to have a couple app shortcuts or widgets on it, but I heard that google deprecated this in one of the 4.x releases for some reason. Is there a way to get this functionality back?

Thanks!

 

[Rukbat]

Re: How to use some apps without unlocking

Not with the stock lockscreen, but there are 3rd party lockscreens that will let you add any apps (and I dislike them all, but that's a matter of personal taste).