As technology keeps evolving, the use of mobile phones has become an essential part of our lives. Sometimes you may find that you have downloaded some apps on your iPhone that you no longer use, and they take up too much storage space on your device. Or, perhaps you just want to declutter your apps and streamline your user experience. Deleting an app from your iPhone 8 is a simple process, and this blog will walk you through three different methods you can use to do it.
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What’s Needed
Before you start to delete the apps from your iPhone 8, there are some things you should take note of.
– Make sure the app you want to delete does not contain any essential data that you haven’t backed up. Deleting the app will also remove any data stored within it, so it’s important to back up any data before you delete the app.
– Ensure that your iPhone’s operating system is updated. It is always better to have the latest system update which has better functionalities.
– Check if the app is native to your iPhone or if you downloaded the app from the App Store. If the app is native, it means that it cannot be deleted.
Method 1: Deleting By Holding Down the App
The simplest way to delete an app from your iPhone is by holding down the app.
Steps:
1. Locate the app you want to delete from your iPhone’s home screen.
2. Hold down the app you want to delete, and a pop-up menu will appear.
3. Tap on ‘Delete App.’
4. Confirm that you want to delete the app by tapping ‘Delete.’
Q: Can I recover deleted apps?
A: Yes. If you delete an app by mistake, you can easily recover the deleted app from the ‘App Store.’ Simply search for the app on the App Store, and tap ‘Download’ to reinstall the app.
Method 2: Deleting Apps via Settings
Deleting apps via settings is beneficial if you want to delete multiple apps at once.
Steps:
1. Go to your iPhone’s ‘Settings.’
2. Scroll down to find your desired option and tap on ‘General.’
3. Tap on ‘iPhone Storage.’
4. A list of all the apps installed on your iPhone will appear. Select the app(s) you want to delete.
5. Tap on ‘Delete App.’
6. Confirm that you want to delete the app by tapping ‘Delete.’
Q: Can I recover deleted data from deleted apps?
A: If your deleted app had data stored within it, the data might be deleted permanently. However, you can still try to recover data via backups that you made before deleting the app.
Method 3: Deleting Apps from iTunes
If you’re used to managing your iPhone through iTunes, you can also delete apps from iTunes.
Steps:
1. Connect your iPhone to your computer, and open iTunes.
2. Select your iPhone from the top of the screen.
3. Below the iPhone’s standard display in iTunes, click on ‘Apps.’
4. A list of all the apps installed on your iPhone will appear. Select the app(s) you want to delete.
5. Click on ‘Remove.’
6. Confirm that you want to delete the app by clicking ‘Move to Trash’ (for a Mac) or ‘OK’ (for a PC).
Q: Can I delete built-in apps on my iPhone?
A: No, you can’t delete native apps pre-installed on an iPhone. These apps are essential to the phone’s operation and cannot be removed.
Why Can’t I Delete Some Apps?
If you notice some apps cannot be deleted or are missing the ‘Delete App’ feature, then it’s highly likely that they are native iPhone apps. These apps are preloaded into the operating system and cannot be removed. Such apps include Phone, Safari, Settings, and others.
However, if you have jailbroken your iPhone, you may be able to remove such apps. But, this process is not recommended, as it will void your iPhone’s warranty and may cause issues with your device’s functionality.
Suggestions
Here are some suggestions for your iPhone app management.
– Regularly update your iPhone’s operating system and apps to improve performance and security.
– Back up data before deleting any app.
– Only delete apps that you don’t need or use anymore.
– Avoid removing native apps, as they’re essential to iPhone’s operation.
– Check app ratings and user reviews before downloading any app from the app store.
FAQs
Q: How do I know what apps take up the most storage space on my iPhone?
A: To check your iPhone’s storage usage, go to ‘Settings’ and click on ‘General’ > ‘iPhone Storage.’ A list of installed apps sorted by usage will appear.
Q: Can I recover deleted apps?
A: Yes, it’s easy to recover deleted apps from the App Store. Simply search for the app in the App Store and tap ‘Download’ to reinstall the app.
Q: How can I prevent apps from automatically downloading on my iPhone?
A: To prevent apps from automatically downloading, go to ‘Settings’ > ‘iTunes & App Store.’ Disable the toggle button next to ‘Apps’ under the Automatic Downloads section.
Q: How can I delete apps on my iPhone without using the home screen?
A: You can use the search function on your iPhone. Swipe your finger right from the home screen, start typing the app’s name, tap and hold the app icon, then select ‘Delete App.’
Q: Can I delete an app while it’s being updated?
A: It’s not advisable to delete an app while it’s being updated. It’s best to wait until the update process is completed, then delete the app as normal.
