In this article, we will be discussing the process of making apps disappear on iOS 10. Whether it’s getting rid of an app you no longer use or hiding certain apps from prying eyes, we’ll provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make apps disappear on your iOS 10 device. So, if you’re looking to declutter your home screen or simply want to keep things more private, stay tuned for our tips and tricks.
Understanding App Disappearance on iOS 10
When apps disappear on iOS 10, they do not necessarily uninstall automatically. Instead, they may be hidden from view, but still installed on your device. This is useful when you no longer need an app, but do not want to delete it permanently. Additionally, hiding an app can be a useful way to keep certain apps private, especially if you share your device with other people.
Hiding an App on iOS 10
To hide an app on iOS 10, you need to access the device’s home screen. This is the screen that displays all of your installed apps. From here, you can tap and hold on any app icon until the icons begin to jiggle. Once the icons are jiggling, you can tap on the app you want to hide, and then tap the “X” icon that appears in the corner of the app icon. This will remove the app from the home screen, but it will still be installed on your device.
If you want to unhide an app you have previously hidden, you can do so by opening the App Store app on your device, searching for the app, and then tapping the “Open” button. This will take you directly to the app, and it will also be re-added to your home screen.
Tips for Hiding Apps
- If you want to hide multiple apps at once, you can drag one app icon on top of another to create a folder. Once you have created a folder, you can drag all the apps you want to hide into the folder.
- If you want to hide an app that is inside a folder, you will need to open the folder first, and then follow the same steps as above.
- If you want to hide a built-in app that came with your device (such as the Stocks app), you will need to jailbreak your device first.
Uninstalling an App on iOS 10
If you want to completely remove an app from your device, you can uninstall it. To do this, you need to access the home screen again, find the app you want to uninstall, and then tap and hold on the app icon until the icons begin to jiggle. Once the icons are jiggling, you can tap the “X” icon that appears in the corner of the app icon. This will remove the app from your device completely.
If you want to reinstall an app you have previously uninstalled, you can do so by opening the App Store app on your device, searching for the app, and then tapping the “Download” button. This will download and install the app on your device once again.
Key Takeaway: Apps can be hidden from view on iOS 10 without uninstalling them completely, which is useful to keep certain apps private or to free up space on your device. To hide an app, access the device’s home screen, tap and hold the app icon until it jiggles, then tap the “X” icon. If you want to reinstall a hidden app, open the App Store app, search for the app, and tap “Open.” If you want to completely remove an app, tap and hold the icon until it jiggles, then tap the “X” icon. To clear an app’s data, go to Settings, tap on “General,” then “Storage & iCloud Usage,” and then “Manage Storage.”
Tips for Uninstalling Apps
- If you want to uninstall multiple apps at once, you can tap and hold on one app icon until the icons begin to jiggle, and then tap the “X” icon on all the apps you want to uninstall.
- If you want to reinstall an app you have previously uninstalled, you can also do so from the “Purchased” section of the App Store app.
Clearing App Data on iOS 10
When you uninstall an app on iOS 10, the app’s data is not necessarily removed from your device. This means that if you reinstall the app, all of your data will still be there. If you want to completely clear an app’s data from your device, you can do so by going to the device’s Settings app, tapping on “General,” tapping on “Storage & iCloud Usage,” and then tapping on “Manage Storage” under the “Storage” section. From here, you can find the app you want to clear data for, and then tap on it. You will then see an option to “Delete App” or “Offload App.” Choosing “Delete App” will completely remove the app and all its data from your device. Choosing “Offload App” will remove the app from your device, but keep its data in case you want to reinstall it later.
Tips for Clearing App Data
- If you want to clear data for multiple apps at once, you can follow the same steps as above, but select multiple apps at once before tapping “Delete App” or “Offload App.”
- If you want to clear data for a specific type of data (such as cookies or cache), you may need to access the app’s settings directly.
FAQs for how to make apps disappear on iOS 10
How can I delete an app on iOS 10?
To delete an app on iOS 10, simply press and hold on the app icon until it starts shaking, and then tap the “x” icon that appears on the upper left corner of the app icon. This will prompt a pop-up message where you will need to confirm the deletion by tapping “Delete” again.
Can I retrieve a deleted app on iOS 10?
Yes, you can retrieve a deleted app on iOS 10 by going to the App Store, searching for the app, and then re-downloading it. However, if the app is no longer available in the App Store, you will not be able to retrieve it.
What happens to the app data when I delete an app on iOS 10?
When you delete an app on iOS 10, all the app data including documents, settings, and user data are deleted along with the app. This means that all information associated with the app will be lost, and cannot be retrieved even if you later reinstall the same app.
How can I organize my apps on iOS 10?
To organize your apps on iOS 10, you can create app folders by dragging and dropping one app icon onto another. Once you have two apps in a folder, you can rename the folder and add more apps by dragging and dropping the app icons into the folder.
Can I hide apps from appearing on my iOS 10 home screen?
No, you cannot hide apps from appearing on your iOS 10 home screen. The only way to remove an app from the home screen is by deleting it as described earlier. However, you can move certain apps to the “App Library” on the far-right side of the home screen to reduce clutter.