How To Organize Apps on iPhone—the Easy Way

How many apps do you have on your phone? The number is probably bigger than you think. That's why it's a good idea to put some thought into how you want to organize your iPhone apps to make your life a little easier.

In this article, we'll explain how to quickly and easily organize the many apps you have on your phone. By applying these methods, you'll have a cleaned up phone with simple-to-access apps.

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1. Use the App Library

The App Library automatically categorizes apps into groups like Social, Entertainment, and Utilities.

• Access it by swiping left past your last Home Screen.
• Frequently used apps appear in the Suggestions folder for quick access.
• You can search by app name or browse the alphabetical list.
  This feature allows you to remove apps from the Home Screen while keeping them accessible.

2. Hide or Rearrange Home Screen Pages

• Long-press the Home Screen, tap the page dots, and uncheck pages you want hidden.
• You can also reorder pages by dragging them into your preferred order.
  This makes navigation faster and reduces clutter.

3. Choose Where New Apps Go

In Settings > Home Screen & App Library, you can set new apps to appear on both the Home Screen and App Library, or only in the App Library. This prevents unnecessary clutter.

4. Move Apps Manually

• Enter jiggle mode by long-pressing an app.
• Drag apps where you want them, even across different Home Screens.
• To move multiple apps at once, drag one app and tap others with another finger to create a stack.

5. Create Folders

Group similar apps together for better organization.

• Drag one app onto another to create a folder.
• Add more apps and rename the folder as needed.
• Folders can hold multiple pages of apps.

6. Try Alternative Layouts

Everyone organizes apps differently. Here are some popular approaches:

• Verb-Based Folders: Group apps by actions (e.g., “Watch,” “Play,” “Learn”).
• Color Coding: Arrange by app color for a visually appealing layout.
• Alphabetical Order: Manually sort apps or use lettered folders.
• Ergonomic Placement: Keep most-used apps within thumb reach.
• Themed Rows: Assign each row a category, like communication or entertainment.

7. Use Widgets

Widgets let you access app information directly from the Home or Lock Screen.

• Long-press the screen, tap the “+” button, choose a widget, and add it.
• Popular widgets include weather, calendar, and fitness tracking.
  Widgets can also be used on iPad and Apple Watch for even more organization.

The Bottom Line

With tools like the App Library, folders, and widgets, keeping your iPhone organized is simple. Customize your layout to fit your needs, whether you prefer a minimalist screen, a functional setup, or something more creative.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to set up apps on iPhone?

To set up apps on your iPhone, start by opening the App Store. Explore the various tabs like Today, Games, or Apps to discover something you like. When you find an app, tap the price or the "Get" button, then double-click the side button to confirm and download.

How do I quickly clean up iPhone apps?

To clean up your iPhone apps, head to Settings > General > iPhone Storage. Enable “Offload Unused Apps,” and your iPhone will take care of the rest automatically. This frees up storage without deleting the app data, so everything is right where you left it when you reinstall.

How do you see what apps are draining my iPhone?

To see which apps are draining your iPhone's battery, head to Settings and tap Battery. Give it a moment to load, and you'll get a breakdown of the apps and how much battery each one is using. If you want more details, just tap on any app in the list to see a deeper dive into its usage.