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michalrea Author

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How do I save the Files app as an icon on my home screen

I need the files app to stay on the Home Screen instead of searching library for it. How do I save it to Home Screen?

iPhone 13, iOS 17

Posted on Oct 4, 2023 5:51 AM

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FoxFifth

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Posted on Oct 4, 2023 8:41 AM

To move the Files app from the App Library to the Home Screen, go to the App Library (swipe left past your last Home Screen). From there you can touch and hold an app and slide it to the Home Screen.

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