How to Hide Your iPhone Apps: A Senior’s Guide to Digital Decluttering

So, you’ve got an iPhone, and it’s jam-packed with apps.

Some you use all the time, like your email or the weather app, but others, like that meditation app you promised yourself you’d start using, just sit there gathering digital dust. And let’s not even talk about that shopping app that’s always tempting you to buy something you don’t need.

Well, guess what? You can actually hide those apps, making your home screen a lot cleaner and less cluttered. And the best part is, they’re still there when you need them!

So let’s get down to business. There are a few ways to hide apps on your iPhone, and don’t worry, they’re all easier than figuring out how to program your VCR back in the day.

Step-by-Step Guide to Hiding Apps

1. Removing Apps from the Home Screen:

1. Find the app you want to hide on your home screen.
2. Press and hold the app icon until it starts doing a little dance (okay, it’s actually just wiggling).
3. Tap “Remove App” when the menu pops up.
4. Choose “Remove from Home Screen.”

Voila! The app has vanished from your home screen faster than your hair did in your 40s. But don’t panic – it’s not gone forever. It’s just hanging out in your App Library, which you can find by swiping left on your home screen until you can’t swipe anymore.

2. Hiding Multiple Apps at Once:

If you’re feeling ambitious and want to hide a bunch of apps at once, try this:

1. Press and hold any empty space on your home screen until the apps start wiggling.
2. Tap the dots at the bottom of the screen that shows how many pages you have.
3. Uncheck the circle under any page you want to hide.
4. Tap “Done” in the top right corner.

Just like that, you’ve made an entire screen of apps disappear! It’s like a magic trick, only you don’t have to wear a ridiculous top hat.

How Do I Find These Apps When I Need Them?

Now, you might be wondering, “But how do I find these apps when I need them?” Don’t worry, we wouldn’t leave you hanging like that! Here are 2 ways to access a hidden app when you need it.

1. Using Spotlight Search: Swipe down from the middle of your home screen and type the app’s name in the search bar.
2. Through the App Library: Swipe right until you reach the App Library, then either browse or use the search bar to find your app.

If you decide to bring an app out of hiding, just find it in the App Library, press and hold the icon, and select “Add to Home Screen.” It’s like a digital game of peek-a-boo!

Now, with your newfound knowledge, you can keep your home screen as neat as a pin and only show the apps you want to see. Plus, you can impress your grandkids with your tech-savvy skills. Happy hiding!