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Social media apps ,

Entertainment apps ,

News and information apps

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Did you know that the average iPhone user has about 93 apps installed on their phone?

A person scrolling on a phone. The text on the screen reads, "This is so much fun."

If you have 93 or more apps installed on your phone, you've probably grappled with screen clutter.

Don't despair! There is an easy way to declutter your home screen.

Did you know?

On average, people spend about 3.7 hours per day using mobile apps.

Does this app bring me joy?

It's time to evaluate what apps you need on the home screen.

Mobile app icons are floating over a phone.

Ask yourself these questions:

  1. Do I use this app often?

  2. Is this app something I'd rather keep private?

  3. Does this app bring me joy?

Once you have your answers, you'll know which apps you need to hide from your home screen.

Did you know?

The most popular app categories among iPhone users include social media, messaging, gaming, entertainment, and productivity.

Hide it

It's time to hide some apps! Check out the video and screenshots below for a tutorial: 🔽

  1. On the Home Screen, tap and hold the app icon for the app you want to hide.

  2. Tap Remove App on the menu that pops open.

  3. Tap Remove from Home Screen.

iPhone pop up menu after you tap and hold an app on the Home Screen

iPhone pop up menu after you tap and hold an app on the Home Screen and select Remove App

Good job! Now, your app is stored in the App Library but it's not visible on your Home Screen.

Did you know?

People choose to hide apps for different reasons. Some want to have an uncluttered home screen. Others want to remove apps they don't use frequently, or keep something private, like their favorite dating app.

Unhide it

If you change your mind, you can add the app back to your Home Screen. Check out the video and screenshots below for a tutorial: 🔽

iPhone pop up menu that opens after you tap and hold an app in the App Library

  1. Swipe from right to left until you get to the App Library.

  2. Find the app you want to unhide, and press and hold the app icon.

  3. Tap Add to Home Screen on the menu that pops open.

Great job!

You've added the app back to your Home Screen.

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