In 2024, as more and more apps compete for your attention and resources, effectively managing Android apps will be critical. App management is critical to device organization, performance, and battery life. This tutorial provides practical advice on maintaining Android apps to improve the user experience.
Understand application permissions
Understanding application permissions is critical to app management. Android improved its permission settings in 2024 to show the permissions requested by each app. Select an app in Settings > Apps to check its permissions. View the permissions granted here and revoke any that are no longer needed. Monitoring app permissions protects your data and improves security. According to Android Authority
Home screen app organization
A clean home screen improves app management. On the 2024 home screen, you can organize apps into folders or keep your favorite apps within easy reach. Drag an app onto another app to create a folder. This saves space and speeds up app discovery. To make it easier to access, place your most used apps on the home screen and less frequently used apps in folders. TechRadar (quote)
Use app widgets
App widgets make your home screen more useful. In 2024, many apps will offer widgets with real-time information without you having to open the app. The weather widget displays current conditions on the home screen. Press and hold on the home screen, select Widgets, then Widgets. Widgets make app management easier by providing quick access to important information. Reference: CNET
Check installed apps regularly
In 2024, you should regularly check your installed apps. Many of us download apps that we never use, cluttering our devices and wasting storage space. You can browse apps using Settings > Apps. Select and click Uninstall to remove unwanted programs. This saves space and improves device performance. Source: Gizmodo
Application Hibernation Feature
Android 12 and later will allow apps to hibernate to save battery and system resources. You can enable this feature for rarely used apps in 2024 by going to Settings > Apps, selecting the app, then selecting Hibernate. This is an effective technique to manage resources without permanently deleting apps you might use in the future. Reference: Android Center
Manage App Background Activity
Background apps drain your battery life and slow down your device. Android will allow management of app background activity in 2024. Go to Settings > Apps, select an app, then tap Battery. From here, limit the background activity of certain apps. Limiting background app activity improves device performance and battery life. See Digital Trends.
Use the Lite Version of the App
Try lightweight versions of popular apps for improved storage and performance. Many developers offer lightweight versions that use less storage and system resources but still provide important functionality. Facebook Lite and Messenger Lite are optimized for resource-intensive devices. These lightweight versions are ideal for application performance management in 2024 without sacrificing functionality. Reference: XDA Developers
Use application management apps
Some third-party apps are designed to simplify application management. SD Maid and Google Files can clean up junk files, uninstall multiple apps, and analyze storage usage in 2024. These tools can help you organize and organize your devices to improve performance. Reference: PCMag
Set app notifications wisely
Managing app alerts can help you focus and avoid distractions. App-specific alerts will be available on Android in 2024. To customize alerts, go to Settings > Apps, select an app, and tap Notifications. To avoid interruptions, turn off notifications for less important apps or schedule quiet time. This will increase productivity and focus. Reference: Engadget
Keep the app up to date
Application updates are critical for performance and security. In 2024, check the Google Play Store regularly for updates. Enable automatic updates to keep your applications up to date with new features and security patches. This improves the application’s performance and protects your device. To enable automatic updates, click on ‘Settings’ in the Google Play Store and select ‘Auto-update apps’.
