How to Close Apps on an iPhone: A Step-by-Step Guide
Over time, many of us may find ourselves with a multitude of apps open on our iPhones. If you’re looking to close out some apps to improve your device’s performance, or just to declutter your app switcher, here’s a quick, no-nonsense guide on how to do it.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Close iPhone Apps
- Access the App Switcher: For iPhone X and later, swipe up from the bottom of the screen and pause in the middle of the screen. On an iPhone 8 or earlier, double-click the Home button.
- View Open Apps: Swipe right or left to navigate through the apps that are currently open.
- Close the Apps: Swipe up on the app preview you want to close. It will disappear from the screen, indicating that it has been closed.
Repeat the process to close multiple apps. It’s important to note that you don’t need to close apps too frequently, as iOS manages background apps efficiently. However, if an app is unresponsive or causing issues, closing and reopening it may solve the problem.
When to Close Apps on Your iPhone
While iOS is designed to handle background apps without draining too much battery, there are times when closing an app completely is beneficial:
- When an app is frozen or not working correctly.
- If you want to restart an app to refresh its content.
- When you need to stop any background processes that may be impacting your iPhone’s performance.
Closing apps on your iPhone is a simple process, and while not always necessary, it can be useful in certain circumstances. If you encounter any issues or have further questions about managing your iPhone apps, feel free to reach out to me at tracy@valadilene.org.
– Tracy