Opinions are divided when it comes to the iPhone home screen. Unlike Android, which has an app drawer to hide apps away, the iPhone prominently displays app icons on the home screen. This makes apps easily accessible, but it can also lead to a cluttered feeling, especially for those who have a lot of apps. Although the App Library was introduced to provide a central place for apps, most people still prefer the home screen to store their apps.
However, there are instances when you might want to hide an app. Whether it’s an app you don’t use often, a sensitive banking app, or any other app you want to keep private, the visibility on the home screen can be a problem. Fortunately, Apple has provided quick and easy methods to hide apps without uninstalling them from your phone.
How to Hide an App on Your iPhone
Hiding an app on your iPhone’s home screen is a simple and fast process.
Step 1: Find the app you want to hide on your home screen.
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How to Hide Multiple Apps at Once
If you want to hide a batch of apps, you can easily do that as well.
Step 1: Press and hold on an empty portion of your home screen.
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How to Find a Hidden App
If you need to access a hidden app again, there are simple ways to do so.
Step 1: Use Spotlight Search by swiping down from your home screen and typing in the name of the hidden app.
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How to Hide Apps in a Folder
If you prefer to keep a group of apps together but hidden, you can do so using folders.
Step 1: Tap and hold one of the apps you want to hide.
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With these methods at your disposal, you can now effectively hide iPhone apps to suit your preferences. Whether you use one method or all of them, you have the flexibility to manage your apps as you see fit.
