Tame App Icons

If everytime you excitedly explore the world of new apps on the Google Play Store and install something, you will likely find it dropped on your well sorted and precious Home Screen.

You then will likely need to make some decision about moving it, if indeed it proves to be an app worthy of this cherished home screen space.

Well, why not turn the auto add option off and test the app form the app tray and only then, when you’re ready, move it to somewhere more useful or delete it.​

If this excites you, then adjust the setting and stop the icon invasion.

1. Find an Empty Spot: On any of your home screen pages, locate an area where there are no app icons or widgets.
2. Long Press: Place your finger on that empty area and hold it down for a brief moment. This action usually brings up a context menu with customization options.
3. Dive into Settings: Look for an option labeled Settings. Tap on it. The exact wording might vary slightly depending on your phone's manufacturer and Android version, but it's usually towards the bottom of the menu.
4. Toggle the Magic Switch: Within the Home screen settings, look for an option with a name similar to:
   
   

• Add icon to Home Screen
• Add new apps to Home Screen
• Automatically add apps to Home Screen
• ​Place new apps on Home screen Once you find this toggle, simply turn it off.

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