As we use our iPhones daily, we tend to open multiple apps at the same time for different purposes. However, these apps can slow down the performance of our iPhone, and we need to make sure that we clear recent apps to ensure optimum performance. In this blog, we will discuss how to clear recent apps on the iPhone 14.
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The Challenge of Clearing Recent Apps on iPhone 14
Clearing recent apps on an iPhone 14 may seem like a simple task, but it can be confusing for some iPhone users. Unlike Android devices, which have a “clear all” button for recent apps, iPhone 14 does not have this feature. Instead, you need to swipe up each app’s preview from the app switcher to close it.
Things You Should Prepare for
Before we proceed with the methods, let us make sure that you prepare your iPhone for clearing the recent apps. Here are the things that you need to prepare:
1. First, make sure that your iPhone is unlocked.
2. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to access the home screen.
3. From the home screen, swipe up from the bottom and pause in the middle of the screen to access the app switcher.
4. Locate the app previews that you want to close.
5. Now you can follow the methods below to close the previews.
Method 1: Using Home Gesture
Method 1 involves using a home gesture to close recent apps. Here’s how to do it:
1. Access the app switcher by swiping up from the home screen.
2. Locate the app preview that you want to close.
3. Swipe up on the app preview to close it.
4. Repeat the process for other app previews.
Pros:
– Easy to perform
– No additional apps required
Cons:
– Can be time-consuming when closing multiple apps
Method 2: Using 3D Touch
Method 2 involves using 3D Touch to close recent apps. Here’s how to do it:
1. Access the app switcher by swiping up from the home screen.
2. Press firmly on any app preview until it shows a little minus (-) sign.
3. Tap the minus sign on the app preview that you want to close.
4. Repeat the process for other app previews.
Pros:
– Faster than swiping up on each app preview
– No additional apps required
Cons:
– Only works if your iPhone has the 3D Touch feature
Method 3: Using AssistiveTouch
Method 3 involves using AssistiveTouch to close recent apps. Here’s how to do it:
1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on “General” and then “Accessibility.”
3. Scroll down to “AssistiveTouch” and turn it on.
4. Tap on “Customize Top Level Menu” and then tap on the “+” button.
5. Name the new icon “Close Apps” and select a suitable icon.
6. Tap on “Choose” under “Single-Tap” and then select “App Switcher.”
7. Now, you can access the app switcher by tapping the AssistiveTouch button and then tap on “Close Apps” to close recent apps.
Pros:
– Faster and more convenient than swiping up or using 3D Touch
– Can be customized according to your preference
Cons:
– Requires enabling AssistiveTouch, which can be challenging for some users
Why Can’t I Clear Recent Apps on My iPhone 14?
There can be some reasons why you cannot clear recent apps on your iPhone 14. Here are some reasons why and their possible fixes:
1. Background App Refresh: If Background App Refresh is enabled for some apps, they will continue to run in the background, making it difficult to close them. To fix this, go to Settings > General > Background App Refresh, and toggle it off for the apps that you want to close.
2. Software problems: Sometimes, software problems can also cause issues when closing recent apps. You can fix this by resetting your iPhone by holding the home button and the power button until the Apple logo appears.
3. App crashes: If an app crashes, you may not be able to close it from the app switcher. In this case, you need to force restart your iPhone by holding the home button and the power button until the Apple logo appears.
Additional Tips
Here are some additional tips for clearing recent apps on iPhone 14:
1. Make sure that you close apps that you are not using to free up memory and improve your iPhone’s performance.
2. Avoid using third-party apps to clear recent apps as they may harm your iPhone’s software.
3. Try to clear recent apps regularly, especially if you use your iPhone extensively throughout the day.
5 FAQs about Clearing Recent Apps on iPhone 14
Q1. Why can’t I clear recent apps on my iPhone 14?
A. There can be several reasons why you cannot clear recent apps on your iPhone 14, including background app refresh, software problems, and app crashes.
Q2. Can I clear all recent apps on iPhone 14?
A. Unfortunately, there is no “clear all” button for recent apps on iPhone 14. You need to swipe up each app preview from the app switcher to close it.
Q3. Can I use third-party apps to clear recent apps on iPhone 14?
A. It is not recommended to use third-party apps to clear recent apps on the iPhone 14 as they may harm your iPhone’s software.
Q4. How often should I clear recent apps on my iPhone 14?
A. It is recommended to clear recent apps regularly, especially if you use your iPhone extensively throughout the day.
Q5. Is it necessary to close recent apps on iPhone 14?
A. Closing recent apps on your iPhone 14 can free up memory and improve your iPhone’s performance. It is recommended to close apps that you are not using regularly.
In Conclusion
Clearing recent apps on iPhone 14 is crucial to ensure optimum performance. Follow the methods discussed in this blog to close app previews efficiently. Remember to clear apps that you are not using regularly to free up memory and improve your iPhone’s performance.
