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Most of the apps I've downloaded won't open. I click on their icon, the screen goes black, and a couple of seconds later I'm back at the Home screen without anything having happened.

Posted on Apr 19, 2023 6:53 AM

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Posted on Apr 19, 2023 6:55 AM

Several things to try:


Have you restarted your device? That sometimes clears up odd issues.


If an app on your iPhone or iPad stops responding, closes unexpectedly, or won’t open, read this document for suggestions of things to try --> If an app on your iPhone or iPad stops responding, closes unexpectedly, or won’t open - Apple Support


Redownload apps and games from Apple --> Redownload apps and games from Apple - Apple Support


How to contact an app developer - How to contact an app developer - Apple Support - for problems running an app or problems restoring purchases


Find the URL for an app in the App Store to report a concern --> Find the URL for an app in the App Store to report a concern - Apple Support


If an app or feature on your device is not working or is restricted, it may have been disabled using Screen Time, or by an IT administrator if you are using a device owned by an employer or educational institution. See how to use Screen Time on an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch by clicking here --> Use Screen Time on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


If you still have problems click here --> Choose your country or region - Official Apple Support Select your country, then a product.


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Apr 19, 2023 6:55 AM in response to The_Melancholy_Donkey

Several things to try:


Have you restarted your device? That sometimes clears up odd issues.


If an app on your iPhone or iPad stops responding, closes unexpectedly, or won’t open, read this document for suggestions of things to try --> If an app on your iPhone or iPad stops responding, closes unexpectedly, or won’t open - Apple Support


Redownload apps and games from Apple --> Redownload apps and games from Apple - Apple Support


How to contact an app developer - How to contact an app developer - Apple Support - for problems running an app or problems restoring purchases


Find the URL for an app in the App Store to report a concern --> Find the URL for an app in the App Store to report a concern - Apple Support


If an app or feature on your device is not working or is restricted, it may have been disabled using Screen Time, or by an IT administrator if you are using a device owned by an employer or educational institution. See how to use Screen Time on an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch by clicking here --> Use Screen Time on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


If you still have problems click here --> Choose your country or region - Official Apple Support Select your country, then a product.


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