Settings icon at top of phone even when settings isnt opened

[Android Central Question]

Why is the gear shaped settings icon at the top left corner of my phone even though I dont have settings open?

 

[Laura Knotek]

Welcome to Android Central. Which phone do you have? What version of Android is it running? What launcher are you using?

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[B. Diddy]

Welcome to Android Central! Is it a shortcut or widget? Does it go away if you change your wallpaper?