How to Stop Apps from Closing in the Background on Android Devices

Learn how to prevent apps from closing in the background on Android by adjusting battery optimization and power saving settings.

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To stop apps from closing in the background on Android, go to Settings > Apps & notifications > App info. Select the app, then tap Battery and choose 'Battery optimization'. Select 'Not optimized'. Additionally, check your device's power saving mode and disable or adjust it to allow background activity. This helps apps run smoothly without being stopped by system optimizations.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why do apps close in the background on Android? Apps often close in the background due to battery optimization and power saving settings designed to extend device battery life by restricting background activity.
  2. How can I prevent battery optimization from affecting my apps? You can prevent battery optimization from closing apps by navigating to Settings > Apps & notifications > App info, selecting the app, then adjusting the Battery optimization setting to ‘Not optimized’.
  3. Does disabling power saving mode improve background app performance? Yes, disabling or adjusting power saving mode allows apps to run more freely in the background without being restricted by system optimizations.