Moving Icons on Android: A Step-by-Step Guide
As an Android user, you may have encountered the frustration of having icons on your home screen or in the app drawer that you don’t want to use. Moving these icons can be a great way to declutter your device and free up space. In this article, we will show you how to move icons on Android.
Why Move Icons?
Before we dive into the steps, let’s consider why you might want to move icons on Android. Are you tired of seeing the same old icons on your home screen? Do you want to create more space on your device? Moving icons can help you achieve both of these goals.
Before You Start
Before you begin, make sure you have the necessary permissions to move icons. In Android 10 and later, you need to have admin privileges to move apps. If you don’t have admin privileges, you may need to request them from Google.
Here’s a table of the necessary permissions:
| Permission | Required |
|---|---|
| Administrator | Yes |
| Root | Yes |
Method 1: Move Icons Using the Notification Shade
To move icons using the notification shade, follow these steps:
- Find the icon you want to move: Open the app you want to move and find the icon you want to move.
- Long press the icon: Long press on the icon to open the context menu.
- Tap "Edit": Tap "Edit" from the context menu.
- Select "Remove": Tap "Remove" from the edit menu.
- Confirm removal: Tap "Yes" to confirm that you want to remove the icon.
You can also use the Notification Shade to move icons. To do this, open the notification shade and find the icon you want to move.
| Icon | How to Move |
|---|---|
| Home screen | Long press on the icon and tap "Edit" |
| App drawer | Long press on the icon and tap "Edit" |
| App information | Tap on the app information and then tap "Remove" |
Method 2: Move Icons Using the Settings
To move icons using the settings, follow these steps:
- Go to Settings: Go to your device’s settings app.
- Navigate to "> System ">"> Application manager | **"):>
- Select the app you want to move: Select the app you want to move.
- Long press the icon: Long press on the icon to open the context menu.
- Tap "Edit": Tap "Edit" from the context menu.
- Select "Move": Tap "Move" from the edit menu.
- Confirm removal: Tap "Yes" to confirm that you want to move the app.
| Icon | How to Move |
|---|---|
| Home screen | Long press on the icon and tap "Edit" |
| App drawer | Long press on the icon and tap "Edit" |
| App information | Tap on the app information and then tap "Move" |
Method 3: Move Icons Using the Delete Icon Button
To move icons using the delete icon button, follow these steps:
- Long press on the icon: Long press on the icon to open the context menu.
- Tap "Remove": Tap "Remove" from the context menu.
- Confirm removal: Tap "Yes" to confirm that you want to remove the icon.
You can also use the Delete Icon Button to move icons. To do this, long press on the icon and tap the delete icon button.
| Icon | How to Move |
|---|---|
| Home screen | Long press on the icon and tap the delete icon button |
| App drawer | Long press on the icon and tap the delete icon button |
| App information | Tap on the app information and then tap the delete icon button |
Tips and Tricks
- To move multiple icons at once, select them and long press on the menu button (three horizontal lines).
- To move the app information, tap on the app information and then tap "Edit".
- To move the app drawer, tap on the app drawer and then tap "Edit".
- To move the home screen, tap on the home screen and then tap "Edit".
Conclusion
Moving icons on Android can be a great way to declutter your device and free up space. By following the steps outlined in this article, you should be able to move icons on your home screen, app drawer, and app information with ease. Remember to use the necessary permissions and to use the delete icon button to move icons. With a little practice, you’ll be a pro at moving icons in no time!