csawczyn

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Q: how to keep apps running when home button is pressed so the app doesn't exit and restart

How can I keep an app running if I press the home button without it exiting the app and restarting when I want to go back on it?

Posted on Jun 23, 2015 12:53 PM

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Q: how to keep apps running when home button is pressed so the app doesn't exit and restart

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by Meg St._Clair,

Meg St._Clair Jun 23, 2015 10:50 PM in response to csawczyn
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Jun 23, 2015 10:50 PM in response to csawczyn

Apps don't quit when you switch to another app. They go into a suspended state. See this article for more information:

Understand multitasking and background activity on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
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