Trapped in App purgatory? How to keep your favorite apps on your iPhone home screen (and banish them to the App Library nevermore!)
Let's face it, the App Library on iPhones is like that drawer full of takeout menus and phone charger cables - a mysterious abyss where things go to languish, forgotten. But fear not, fellow iPhone aficionados! There's a way to liberate your most-used apps from this digital wasteland and keep them front and center on your home screen.
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Home Alone: Reclaiming Your App Haven
The Great App Drag-and-Drop: This might seem obvious, but it's worth mentioning. Simply tap and hold any app icon on your home screen until all the icons start wiggling (it's like watching a miniature Jell-O mold earthquake!). Then, with the finesse of a brain surgeon (okay, maybe not that dramatic), drag the app to a new location on your home screen. You can even create folders to group similar apps together and unleash your inner interior designer on your phone's layout.
New Apps, Who Dis? Deciding the Download Destination: By default, newly downloaded apps automatically appear on your home screen, ready to be dragged around like digital confetti. But what if you're a minimalist and prefer a clutter-free aesthetic? Head over to Settings > Home Screen & App Library. Here, you can choose your app-landing zone: "Add to Home Screen" for the classic approach, or "App Library Only" to keep your home screen sleek and organized.
Pro Tip: If you accidentally banish an app to the App Library neverland, don't fret! You can always retrieve it using the search bar or by browsing through the categorized app sections.
App Jailbreak: Escaping the App Library
The Search Party: The App Library isn't a total black hole. It actually has a decent search function! Simply swipe all the way left on your home screen until you see the App Library. Here, you can use the search bar at the top to find your missing app by name.
The Drag-and-Drop Redemption: Once you've located your prodigal app in the App Library, tap and hold the icon until it jiggles (yes, the Jell-O effect is universal here). Then, simply drag the app back to your home screen and voila! It's free from the App Library's clutches (or should we say clutches... of apps?).
Remember: There's no shame in having a stuffed App Library. After all, it's like a digital attic - a place to store those "just-in-case" apps you might need once a year (like that Latvian phrasebook app you downloaded for your ill-fated Riga vacation).
QuickTip: Re-reading helps retention.
FAQ: Frequently Asked App-ventures
How to add a new app to my home screen?
By default, new apps will automatically be added to your home screen. If you prefer them to go straight to the App Library, you can change this setting in Settings > Home Screen & App Library > App Library Only.
QuickTip: Repetition reinforces learning.
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How do I move an app to a different page on my home screen?
Just tap and hold the app icon, then drag it to the desired page when the icons start jiggling.
QuickTip: Skim fast, then return for detail.
How do I create a folder on my home screen?
Drag and drop one app icon on top of another, and voila! A folder is born. You can then rename the folder and add more apps to it.
QuickTip: Scan for summary-style sentences.
How do I find an app that's been banished to the App Library?
Swipe all the way left on your home screen to access the App Library. You can use the search bar at the top or browse through the categorized app sections.
How do I get rid of an app completely?
Tap and hold the app icon until the icons start jiggling. Then, tap the small "x" in the corner of the app icon and confirm your deletion. But hey, why not give the App Library a chance before resorting to such drastic measures?
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