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How do I stop ‘apps running in the background’ on my iPhone X?

How do I turn apps off that may be running in the background?

iPhone X, iOS 11.2.6

Posted on Mar 26, 2018 5:40 AM

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Urquhart1244

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Posted on Mar 26, 2018 5:59 AM

There is no need to actually stop apps. The official idea is that iOS takes care of it. Inactive apps are in stand-by, which is said to be better than force-quitting and re-launching.

You should force an app to close only when it’s unresponsive.

How to force an app to close on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

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