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Managing open apps

Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) on Android 9.0.0

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You can switch between and close any apps that are running on your device. You can also see all of your currently running apps by accessing the Recents screen.

  1. Step 1 of 6:

    To view your open apps, tap the Recent apps icon.

    Step 1/6

  2. Step 2 of 6:

    Select the app you'd like to use.

    Step 2/6

  3. Step 3 of 6:

    To close an open app, tap the Recent apps icon.

    Step 3/6

  4. Step 4 of 6:

    Swipe an app up to close it.

    Note: Regularly closing apps can make your phone faster and your battery last longer.

    Step 4/6

  5. Step 5 of 6:

    Tap Close all to close all open apps.

    Step 5/6

  6. Step 6 of 6:

    You've completed the steps!

    Step 6/6

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