Key takeaways:
- Rearranging apps on your iPhone 6S is easy and can help keep your home screen organized
- You can delete apps you no longer use to free up storage space on your device
- Offloading apps is a great alternative to deleting them if you want to save their data
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Introduction
If you’re an iPhone 6S user, you know how quickly your home screen can become cluttered with apps. As you download new apps, your once-organized screen can turn into a jumbled mess. Luckily, Apple has made it easy to rearrange and delete apps on your iPhone 6S. In this article, we’ll walk you through the simple steps to keep your home screen tidy and your device running smoothly.
Moving Apps on Your iPhone 6S
To move an app on your iPhone 6S, follow these steps:
- Tap and hold any app icon until all the icons start to wiggle.
- Drag the app you want to move to its new location. You can move it to a different spot on the same page or drag it to the edge of the screen to move it to a different page.
- Once you’ve moved the app to its new location, tap the Home button to save your changes.
You can also create folders to group similar apps together:
- While the app icons are wiggling, drag one app on top of another to create a folder.
- Give the folder a name that reflects the apps inside.
- Drag additional apps into the folder as needed.
- Tap the Home button to save your changes.
Tip: If you have a lot of apps, it may be helpful to use the search function to find the one you’re looking for. Simply swipe down from the middle of your home screen and type in the name of the app.
Deleting Apps on Your iPhone 6S
If you have apps on your iPhone 6S that you no longer use, deleting them can free up valuable storage space. Here’s how to delete an app:
- Tap and hold the app icon until all the icons start to wiggle.
- Tap the X in the upper-left corner of the app you want to delete.
- Tap “Delete” to confirm.
- Tap the Home button to save your changes.
Note: Some built-in Apple apps, such as Safari and Messages, cannot be deleted.
If you’re running low on storage, you can also offload apps instead of deleting them. Offloading an app removes the app from your device but keeps its documents and data. This can be a good option if you think you might want to use the app again in the future. To offload an app:
- Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage.
- Scroll down to the list of apps and tap the one you want to offload.
- Tap “Offload App,” then tap “Offload App” again to confirm.
To reinstall an offloaded app, simply tap its icon on your home screen.
Using the App Library
With the introduction of iOS 14, Apple added a new feature called the App Library. The App Library automatically organizes all of your apps into categories, making it easier to find what you’re looking for. You can access the App Library by swiping left on your home screen until you reach the end.
If you want to remove an app from your home screen without deleting it, you can move it to the App Library:
- Tap and hold the app icon until all the icons start to wiggle.
- Tap “Remove App.”
- Tap “Move to App Library.”
- Tap the Home button to save your changes.
The app will still be accessible through the App Library, but it won’t clutter up your home screen.
Conclusion
Organizing and deleting apps on your iPhone 6S is a simple process that can help keep your device running smoothly. By taking a few minutes to tidy up your home screen, you can make it easier to find the apps you use most often and free up valuable storage space. And with the App Library, you have even more options for organizing your apps and keeping your home screen clutter-free.
FAQ
How do I create a folder on my iPhone 6S?
To create a folder, tap and hold an app icon until all the icons start to wiggle. Then, drag one app on top of another to create a folder. Give the folder a name and drag additional apps into it as needed.
Can I delete built-in Apple apps on my iPhone 6S?
Some built-in Apple apps, such as Safari and Messages, cannot be deleted. However, you can remove them from your home screen by moving them to the App Library.
What happens when I offload an app?
When you offload an app, it is removed from your device but its documents and data are saved. This can be a good option if you’re running low on storage but think you might want to use the app again in the future. To reinstall an offloaded app, simply tap its icon on your home screen.
How do I access the App Library?
To access the App Library, swipe left on your home screen until you reach the end. The App Library automatically organizes all of your apps into categories, making it easier to find what you’re looking for.
Can I move an app to the App Library without deleting it?
Yes, you can move an app to the App Library without deleting it. Simply tap and hold the app icon until all the icons start to wiggle, then tap “Remove App” and “Move to App Library.” The app will still be accessible through the App Library, but it won’t clutter up your home screen.
