iPhone Setup: Quickly Move Apps!
Want to rearrange your iPhone and find it a time-consuming task to move each app individually to a different home screen? Fortunately, there is a handy trick that allows you to drag and drop multiple apps at once without having to go through the trouble of moving them one by one. In our YouTube video, we show you how to use this trick. But if you prefer a written guide, read on for a step-by-step explanation.
In this blog, we discuss:
- Step 1: Go to your home screen
- Step 2: Press and hold an icon
- Step 3: Press “Change home screen.
- Step 4: Select multiple apps at once
- Step 5: Drag everything to a new screen
- Additional tips for faster organizing
Click on the video below. Or scroll to the simple guide to easily change your iPhone home screen:
Step 1: Go to your home screen
Unlock your iPhone and go to the home screen on which you want to organize the apps.
Step 2: Hold an icon
Choose the app you want to move and hold the icon until the apps start wobbling.
Step 3: Press ‘Change Home Screen‘
In the upper right corner of the screen, you will see the ‘Change Home Screen’ option. Tap this to enter edit mode.
Step 4: Hold an app and select other apps at the same time
Now comes the fun part. While still in edit mode, hold the app you want to move to another home screen. While doing this, you can also select other apps by tapping on them. Notice that a number appears on the selected apps to indicate how many apps you have selected.
Step 5: Drag everything to a new screen simultaneously
Now you can pick up all selected apps simultaneously and drag them to the desired home screen. Release the apps onto the new screen to place them there. If you prefer to place them on an existing screen, you can also navigate to that screen before releasing the apps. Thanks to this simple trick, you can effortlessly organize your apps and customize your iPhone to suit your needs without wasting precious time moving each app individually. Watch our YouTube video for visual guidance and don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more useful tips and tricks for your iPhone.
Whether you want to rearrange your home screen or just create some order from the chaos of your apps, this trick will definitely save you a lot of time and effort. Happy organizing!
Additional tips for organizing your iPhone faster
Did you know you can also use this method to place apps directly into a folder? Drag and drop the selected apps to another app to automatically create a folder. This works great if, for example, you want to keep all your social media, work apps or favorite tools together. You can also hide entire pages of your home screen. Hold down the home screen, tap the dots at the bottom of the screen and uncheck the pages you don’t want to see. This is how you keep your iPhone uncluttered and minimalist.
Finally, you can use the App Library to organize less important apps automatically. That way you have a quiet home screen, while all your apps can still be found quickly.
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Can I move multiple apps at once on each iPhone?
Yes, this feature works on almost all modern iPhones with recent iOS versions. If you have an older iPhone or an outdated software version, this option may not be available.
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Why does it sometimes fail to select multiple apps?
This usually happens when you tap too fast or don’t hold the first app properly. Keep holding one app while tapping other apps. When you let go of the first app, the selection stops.
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Also, can I delete apps at the same time or just move them?
This method is only for moving apps or putting them in folders. For deletion, you still need to delete apps individually.
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Is there a quick way to rearrange my entire home screen?
Yes, you can hide or reorder entire pages via the dots at the bottom of the screen when you hold down the home screen. Want to know how to fully personalize your iPhone? Then read; Personalize your iPhone.
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Why is it useful to reorganize your iPhone regularly?
An uncluttered home screen helps you find apps faster, reduces distractions and can even contribute to productivity and focus. Many people find that a minimalist screen gives peace of mind.