Recent Apps

[TucsonDave]

How do I clear the recent apps? I looks like I've got hundreds in there on the Rolodex.
It seems like a big list could bog things down.
Thanks,
David

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[Tumultus]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jN5RbmrAtk

 

[doogald]

The list does not bog things down. It just shows the apps (and browser tabs) that have been opened generally in the reverse order they were opened.

 

[1Coopgt]

The apps aren't running in the background if that is what you are worried about . They are just a quick way to access apps you've recently opened .

 

[Tumultus]

The apps aren't running in the background if that is what you are worried about . They are just a quick way to access apps you've recently opened .

That's true, however, I find it annoying too when my recent list gets bloated. Also, it is a security concern. For example, if I go to my bank (app), and I just push the home button on my phone, it keeps that screenshot of all my transactions and balance within the recent apps where everyone could see it. So, having a way to get rid of it helps.

@TucsonDave:
There is probably a way to delete all recent apps at once without having to swipe each single one, however, I have a Samsung device, so, I am not sure how to do this on yours.

 

[doogald]

That's true, however, I find it annoying too when my recent list gets bloated. Also, it is a security concern. For example, if I go to my bank (app), and I just push the home button on my phone, it keeps that screenshot of all my transactions and balance within the recent apps where everyone could see it. So, having a way to get rid of it helps.

Well, that is one great reason why you should sign out of a financial services/banking app when you are done with it rather than just pressing home. It's probably also a good idea to do a PIN/Password/Pattern lockscreen if you have sensitive data on the phone, not to mention using data encryption.

 

[Tumultus]

Yeah, I know and I usually do sign out. It was just an example on why someone would want to clear the recent apps. Probably not the best example but, well, ...

 

[kmf1]

Currently, there is no way to Close All Recent apps, other than to swipe each away individually. The Samsung Galaxy S 6 has a Close All button. No such luck with the Turbo.

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