Introduction:

Deleting apps on your Android device is an essential skill for managing storage space, improving performance, and getting rid of unwanted or unused applications. In this article, we will walk you through a 13-step process on how to delete apps on your Android smartphone or tablet.

Step 1: Unlock your device

Unlock your Android device by entering your PIN, pattern, or password.

Step 2: Access the app drawer

Find the app drawer icon on your home screen. The app drawer serves as a central repository for all the apps installed on your device.

Step 3: Locate the app you want to delete

Scroll through the list of installed apps until you find the one you want to uninstall.

Step 4: Long-press on the app’s icon

Tap and hold the app icon until a menu appears.

Step 5: Choose “App info” (optional)

Tap “App info” if it appears in the menu. This will display detailed information about the selected application.

Step 6: Tap “Uninstall”

You should see an “Uninstall” button either in the menu that appeared when long-pressing the app or within the “App info” screen.

Step 7: Confirm the uninstallation

A confirmation message will appear asking if you are sure you want to delete the app. Tap “OK” to confirm and proceed with the uninstallation process.

Step 8: Wait for uninstallation to complete

The uninstallation process may take a few seconds depending on the size of the app. Be patient and wait for it to finish.

Step 9: Verify that the app has been deleted

Once the uninstallation is complete, check your app drawer to ensure that the deleted app is no longer there.

Alternative method – Using device settings

Step 10: Open device settings

If you’re unable to delete an app using the method above, you may try to uninstall it via device settings. Start by opening the “Settings” app on your Android device.

Step 11: Access the “Apps” or “App manager” menu

In the Settings menu, look for “Apps,” “Application manager,” or any similar option depending on your device’s Android version.

Step 12: Find and select the app to uninstall

Scroll down the list of installed apps and tap on the one you want to uninstall.

Step 13: Tap “Uninstall” and confirm

On the app’s information page, tap the “Uninstall” button and confirm as mentioned in step 7. After successfully completing these steps, your desired app should be uninstalled from your Android device.

Conclusion:

Now that you know how to delete apps on your Android smartphone or tablet, you can better manage storage space and optimize your device’s performance. Feel free to use both methods – using the app drawer or device settings – for a seamless app uninstallation experience.