The home screen is the main screen of your Android device. It’s where you can access your apps, widgets, and shortcuts. If you’ve accidentally removed an app from your home screen, don’t worry! It’s easy to put it back. There are a few different ways to do this, depending on your device and the launcher you’re using.
In addition, you can also add apps to your home screen from the Google Play Store. To do this, open the Play Store and find the app you want to add. Tap on the app’s icon, and then tap on the “Install” button. Once the app is installed, it will be added to your home screen.
If you’re using a stock Android launcher, you can add apps to your home screen by long-pressing on the app icon in the app drawer. This will open a menu with several options, including “Add to home screen.” Tap on this option and the app will be added to your home screen.
You can also add apps to your home screen by dragging and dropping them from the app drawer. To do this, long-press on the app icon in the app drawer and then drag it to the home screen. When you release your finger, the app will be added to the home screen.
If you’re using a third-party launcher, the process of adding apps to your home screen may be different. However, most third-party launchers allow you to add apps to your home screen by long-pressing on the app icon in the app drawer or by dragging and dropping the app icon from the app drawer to the home screen.
Once you’ve added an app to your home screen, you can move it around by long-pressing on the app icon and then dragging it to the desired location. You can also create folders on your home screen to organize your apps. To create a folder, long-press on an app icon and then drag it on top of another app icon. This will create a folder containing both apps. You can then add more apps to the folder by dragging and dropping them into the folder.
Locate the App in the App Drawer
The App Drawer is a central repository for all the apps installed on your Android device. To access it, swipe up from the bottom of the home screen or tap on the App Drawer icon located at the bottom of the screen.
The App Drawer can be organized into categories, folders, or alphabetical order. You can also use the search bar at the top of the App Drawer to quickly find a specific app.
To locate an app in the App Drawer, follow these steps:
- Open the App Drawer.
- Scroll through the list of apps or use the search bar to find the app you’re looking for.
- Once you find the app, long-press on its icon.
- A menu will appear. Select "Add to home screen" from the menu.
The app will now be added to your home screen. You can move it to any position on the home screen by dragging and dropping its icon.
Long-Press the App Icon
One of the simplest ways to restore an app to your home screen is by long-pressing its icon. Here’s how to do it:
1. Locate the app icon you want to restore on your app drawer or library.
2. Long-press and hold the app icon until a menu appears. The appearance of the menu may vary depending on your device or operating system.
3. Once the menu appears, look for an option that says “Add to home screen” or “Create shortcut.”
4. Tap on this option to add the app icon back to your home screen.
| Device | Instructions |
|---|---|
| iPhone | Long-press the app icon and select “Add to Home Screen” from the quick actions menu. |
| Android | Long-press the app icon and drag it to the home screen area. |
| iPad | Long-press the app icon and select “Add to Home Screen” from the pop-up menu. |
Drag the App to the Home Screen
If you have an app that’s not on your home screen, you can easily add it by dragging it from the app drawer. Here’s how:
- Open the app drawer by tapping the icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
- Find the app you want to add to the home screen and tap and hold on it.
- Drag the app to the home screen and release it. The app will be added to the home screen in the location you release it.
You can also add apps to the home screen from the Google Play Store. When you install an app from the Play Store, you’ll be prompted to add it to the home screen. If you choose not to add it to the home screen at that time, you can still add it later by following the steps above.
You can also add apps to the home screen from the widget drawer. To open the widget drawer, tap and hold on an empty space on the home screen. Then, swipe to the right until you see the widget drawer. Find the widget for the app you want to add to the home screen and drag it to the home screen. The widget will be added to the home screen in the location you release it.
| Method | Steps |
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| Drag the app from the app drawer |
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| Add the app from the Google Play Store |
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| Add the app from the widget drawer |
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Choose a Home Screen Page
If your home screen is cluttered with apps, you can choose a specific page to place the new app on. To do this, follow these steps:
- Swipe left or right on your home screen to find the desired page.
- Tap and hold an empty spot on the page.
- Tap “Add to Home screen.” This will display a list of your apps.
- Locate the app you want to add and tap it. The app will be added to the chosen page on the home screen.
Samsung, Pixel, Motorola, and OnePlus Devices Apple (iOS) Devices Tap and hold an empty spot on the home screen. Tap and hold an app icon. Tap “Add to Home screen.” Select “Add to Home Screen” from the menu. Locate and select the app. Locate and select the app. The app will be added to the selected page. The app will be added to the first available home screen page, typically located on the leftmost screen. Create an App Shortcut
- Long-press the app icon you want to add to the home screen.
- Drag the app icon to the desired location on the home screen.
- Release the app icon to create the shortcut.
Additional Details:
Creating an app shortcut provides quick access to your frequently used apps without having to search for them in the app drawer. Here are some tips for creating effective app shortcuts:
- Choose the right location: Place the shortcuts on the home screen in a location where they are easily accessible and visually appealing.
- Organize the shortcuts: Create folders or use the dock to organize related apps together for easy navigation.
- Customize the shortcuts: Most Android launchers allow you to customize the appearance of app shortcuts by changing the icon or label.
- Use app shortcuts wisely: Create shortcuts for apps that you use regularly, rather than creating clutter on the home screen.
- Remove shortcuts: To remove an app shortcut, simply long-press the shortcut and drag it to the "Remove" icon that appears at the top of the screen.
Use a Widget
1. Long-press on an empty space on your home screen.
2. Tap on the “Widgets” option.
3. Scroll through the list of available widgets and find the widget for the app you want to put back on your home screen.
4. Long-press on the widget and drag it to an empty space on your home screen.
5. Release your finger to place the widget on the home screen.
6. The app will now be accessible from the widget on your home screen. Here’s a step-by-step guide with more details:Step 1 Long-press on an empty space on your home screen. 2 Tap on the “Widgets” option. 3 Scroll through the list of available widgets and find the widget for the app you want to put back on your home screen. 4 Long-press on the widget and drag it to an empty space on your home screen. 5 Release your finger to place the widget on the home screen. 6 The app will now be accessible from the widget on your home screen. Add the App to the Dock
One of the easiest ways to keep your favorite apps within reach is to add them to the Dock, the bar at the bottom of the screen. To do this:
- Open the Finder.
- Locate the app you want to add to the Dock and drag its icon to the right side of the Dock.
- If the Dock is full, hover the app icon over the right edge of the Dock until you see a plus sign (+). Then, drop the app icon onto the plus sign.
- The app’s icon will now appear in the Dock.
- To remove an app from the Dock, simply drag its icon off the Dock.
The Dock can hold up to 13 apps. If you want to add more apps than that, you can create a folder in the Dock to hold additional apps. To do this:
- Drag one app icon onto another app icon in the Dock.
- The two apps will be grouped into a folder.
- To add more apps to the folder, drag their icons onto the folder icon.
- To remove an app from the folder, drag its icon out of the folder.
| App | Icon | Location |
|—|—|—|
| Safari | 🌐 | Dock |
| Mail | ✉️ | Dock |
| Messages | 💬 | Dock |
| FaceTime | 📞 | Dock |
| Calendar | 🗓️ | Dock |
| Reminders | 🗒️ | Dock |Group Apps on the Home Screen
Creating app groups on your home screen can help you organize your apps and declutter your screen. To create an app group, simply drag and drop one app on top of another. The apps will then be grouped together in a folder. You can name the folder whatever you like, and you can add or remove apps from the folder at any time.
Here are a few tips for grouping apps on your home screen:
- Group similar apps together. For example, you could create a folder for all of your social media apps, or a folder for all of your productivity apps.
- Give your folders descriptive names. This will help you easily identify the apps in each folder.
- Don’t be afraid to experiment with different groupings. There is no right or wrong way to group apps, so find a system that works for you.
Grouping Apps in Different Ways
There are a few different ways to group apps on your home screen. You can group apps by:
- Category: Group apps by their category, such as social media, productivity, or games.
- Usage: Group apps by how often you use them, such as daily, weekly, or monthly.
- Location: Group apps by where you use them, such as home, work, or school.
Which grouping method you choose depends on your individual needs and preferences. Experiment with different methods to find the one that works best for you.
Customizing App Groups
Once you have created an app group, you can customize it to your liking. You can change the name of the group, add or remove apps, and change the order of the apps in the group. You can also change the appearance of the group by choosing a different icon or background color.
To customize an app group, simply tap on the group and then tap on the “Edit” button. You can then make any changes you like to the group.
| Feature | Description |
|—|—|
| Name | The name of the app group. |
| Icon | The icon of the app group. |
| Background color | The background color of the app group. |
| Apps | The apps in the app group. |
| Order | The order of the apps in the app group. |Customize Home Screen Folders
Folders are a great way to organize your apps and keep your home screen tidy. To create a folder, simply drag one app onto another. You can also tap and hold on an app and select “Add to Folder” from the menu.
To customize a folder, tap and hold on it and select “Edit Folder” from the menu. You can then change the folder’s name, add or remove apps, and change the folder’s icon.
Here are some tips for customizing your home screen folders:- Use descriptive folder names. This will help you quickly find the apps you’re looking for.
- Group similar apps together. For example, you could create a folder for social media apps, a folder for productivity apps, and a folder for games.
- Use custom folder icons. This can help you personalize your home screen and make it more unique.
- Don’t be afraid to experiment. There’s no right or wrong way to customize your home screen folders.
Here is a table with some additional tips for customizing your home screen folders:
Tip Description Use widgets Widgets can be added to folders to provide quick access to information and functionality. Use live folders Live folders automatically update their contents based on certain criteria, such as the most recently used apps or the most popular apps. Use hidden folders Hidden folders are not visible on the home screen, but can be accessed by swiping down on the screen and selecting “Hidden Folders” from the menu. Reset Home Screen Layout
If the app you’re trying to restore to your home screen has disappeared and you can’t find it anywhere, you may need to reset your home screen layout. This will restore your home screen to its default settings, which may include the missing app.
To reset your home screen layout:
1. Tap and hold on an empty space on your home screen.
2. Tap on the “Home settings” icon.
3. Tap on the “Reset home screen layout” button.
4. Tap on the “Reset” button to confirm.Once you have reset your home screen layout, the missing app should reappear on your home screen. If it doesn’t, you may need to reinstall the app from the App Store.
Here are some additional tips for resetting your home screen layout:
- Before you reset your home screen layout, make sure to back up your data. This will ensure that you don’t lose any important information.
- Resetting your home screen layout will remove all of the custom icons and widgets that you have added. You will need to add them back manually after you have reset your home screen.
- If you are having trouble resetting your home screen layout, you can contact Apple support for help.
How to Put an App Back on the Home Screen
If you’ve accidentally removed an app from your home screen, don’t worry! It’s easy to put it back. Here’s how:
- Go to your phone’s settings.
- Select “Apps & notifications.”
- Scroll down and select the app you want to add back to the home screen.
- Tap the “Add to home screen” button.
The app will now be added back to your home screen. You can also drag and drop apps from the app drawer to the home screen.
People Also Ask About How to Put an App Back on the Home Screen
How do I find apps that have been removed from the home screen?
Go to your phone’s settings > Apps & notifications > See all apps. The list of apps will include all the apps that have been installed on your phone, including those that have been removed from the home screen.
How do I add a widget to the home screen?
Press and hold on an empty space on the home screen. Select “Widgets” from the menu that appears. You can then drag and drop widgets from the list to the home screen.
How do I change the order of apps on the home screen?
Press and hold on an app and then drag it to a new location on the home screen. You can also create folders to organize your apps.
