Moving apps on an iPhone is a simple yet handy skill. Start by locating the app you want to move. Lightly press and hold the app icon until it starts to jiggle. Drag the app to your desired spot on the screen. Release it to set it in place. This method helps you organize your home screen to make your iPhone experience more efficient.
How to Move Apps on iPhone
Organizing your apps on an iPhone can make it easier to find and access your favorite tools. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you move those apps around effortlessly.
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Find the app icon on your iPhone’s home screen and press your finger lightly but steadily on it until it starts to jiggle.
When the icon jiggles, it means you’ve activated the edit mode, which lets you move or delete apps. Be careful not to press too hard, as it may trigger a different action.
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While the app icon is jiggling, use your finger to drag it to your desired location on the screen.
You can move it to another spot on the same screen or drag it to the edge to move it to a different screen. If you want to create a folder, drag the app icon on top of another app icon until a folder appears.
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Once you’re satisfied with the new location of your app, lift your finger to drop it into place.
The app will settle in the spot you chose, and if you’ve created a folder, it will automatically organize itself into the new group.
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To save your changes and stop the icons from jiggling, press the home button or tap "Done" on newer models with Face ID.
This action locks your apps into their new positions and exits the edit mode, so your apps are no longer jiggling.
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With your apps now neatly organized, you can enjoy a more personalized and efficient home screen layout.
After you’ve moved your apps, you’ll find it easier to access the ones you use frequently. Plus, a tidy layout can make your phone feel less cluttered.
Current iPhone note
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