Switch between recent apps
1.
Touch to see your recently used apps.
Or, if you're using gesture navigation, drag up from the bottom of the home screen, hold, then let go.
2. In your list of recent apps:
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Touch any app screen to return to it.
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Swipe left or right to see more apps.
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Swipe an app up to remove it from the list.
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To clear the list, swipe all the way right and touch Clear all.
Tips:
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Touch twice to switch between your two most recently used apps. (If you're using the navigation
bar, swipe left or right.)
Close apps
To get out of an app, touch to return to your home screen. Or, swipe up if you're using the navigation
bar.
You don't need to close apps. Android manages the memory and battery that apps use, so you don't need
to worry about leaving apps open.
To remove apps from your recently used list:
1.
Touch .
2. Do one of the following:
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To remove one app, swipe up to remove it from the list.
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To remove all apps, swipe right to the end of the list and touch Clear all.
Tips for using apps
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You can change the background color of your app list to be light or dark.
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See how long you use each app and set app timers to improve your digital wellbeing.
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You can print from many apps.
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Copy and paste text between apps with the clipboard.
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You can organize apps into folders on your home screen and in your app list.
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Want to turn the flashlight on or off? Use quick settings ( or ). No app required.
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If you’re having problems with an app, try these troubleshooting steps.
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