How to Force Close an App on Android and iOS Device

Learn how to force close an app quickly on Android and iOS with simple steps.

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To force close an app on Android or iOS: For Android: Open 'Settings' > 'Apps' > select the app > tap 'Force Stop'. For iOS: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen (or double-click the home button), find the app, and swipe it up off the top of the screen.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What does force closing an app do? Force closing an app stops it from running in the background, freeing up device memory and resources.
  2. When should I force close an app? You should force close an app if it becomes unresponsive or if you want to reset its state.
  3. Can force closing an app improve performance? Yes, force closing unused apps can help improve device performance by freeing up RAM.
  4. Is there a difference between closing and force closing an app? Yes, closing an app usually allows it to shut down gracefully, while force closing immediately stops it.

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