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deleting an app in the app library

I am not able to delete an app from the app library using the recommended process, i.e. tap a blank space to generate jiggle mode then tap - sign and confirm by tapping delete. when I try to delete an app from the home screen it simple transfers the app to the library. HELP



iPhone 13 Pro Max

Posted on Jul 11, 2022 6:08 AM

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Posted on Jul 11, 2022 8:35 AM

If the app is on a Home screen, touch and hold the app, tap Remove app and then tap Delete App (or tap Edit Home Screen in the pop up menu, tap the minus sign, then tap Delete App)

 

If the app is only in the App Library screen (swipe left past the last Home screen), touch and hold the app there and then tap Delete app.

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

 

If neither of those options is 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: Use parental controls on your child's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

 

Also be aware that deleting an app does not cancel any related subscriptions. To do that, see: If you want to cancel a subscription from Apple - Apple Support


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Jul 11, 2022 8:35 AM in response to hughkemper

If the app is on a Home screen, touch and hold the app, tap Remove app and then tap Delete App (or tap Edit Home Screen in the pop up menu, tap the minus sign, then tap Delete App)

 

If the app is only in the App Library screen (swipe left past the last Home screen), touch and hold the app there and then tap Delete app.

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

 

If neither of those options is 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: Use parental controls on your child's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

 

Also be aware that deleting an app does not cancel any related subscriptions. To do that, see: If you want to cancel a subscription from Apple - Apple Support


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