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HOW do I delete an app from the library? It only gives me the option to return it to the home screen or share when I long press

HOW do I delete an app from the library? It only gives me the option to return it to the home screen or share when I long press

Posted on Oct 20, 2021 10:08 AM

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Posted on Oct 20, 2021 10:55 AM

In the App Library screen (swipe left past the last Home screen), touch and hold the app and then tap Delete app.


Note that some built-in Apple apps cannot be deleted.

 

If the delete option is not available, there may be a restriction set on deleting apps. On an iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Deleting Apps.

See: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201304#prevent-purchases


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Oct 20, 2021 10:55 AM in response to beverlyfromcoplay

In the App Library screen (swipe left past the last Home screen), touch and hold the app and then tap Delete app.


Note that some built-in Apple apps cannot be deleted.

 

If the delete option is not available, there may be a restriction set on deleting apps. On an iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Deleting Apps.

See: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201304#prevent-purchases


HOW do I delete an app from the library? It only gives me the option to return it to the home screen or share when I long press

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