How do I turn off recently opened apps on Samsung A54 5G, A53, A73, S23 Ultra
1In this informative video, we will guide you through the process of turning off the recently opened apps feature on your Samsung A54 5G, A53, A73, or S23 Ultra smartphone. The recently opened apps or "app switcher" screen displays a list of your recently used applications, making it convenient to switch between them quickly. However, some users prefer to disable this feature for various reasons, such as privacy concerns or to optimize device performance. Join us as we demonstrate the step-by-step process to disable the recently opened apps on your Samsung device, granting you more control over your user experience.
Step 1 - Accessing the Recent Apps Screen: Understanding the App Switcher
We will begin by explaining how to access the recent apps or app switcher screen on your Samsung phone, where you can see the list of recently opened apps.
Step 2 - Navigating to Settings: Configuring Your Device
To disable the recently opened apps, we'll guide you to the settings menu, where you can access various device preferences and configurations.
Step 3 - Selecting "Display": Customizing Your Display Settings
Within the settings menu, we'll direct you to the "Display" section, where you can customize various display-related options, including the recently opened apps feature.
Step 4 - Accessing "Navigation Bar": Managing Navigation Settings
In this step, you'll learn how to access the "Navigation Bar" settings, where you can control navigation-related features on your Samsung device.
Step 5 - Turning Off "Gesture Hints": Disabling the Recent Apps Gesture
To turn off the recently opened apps feature, we'll demonstrate how to disable the "Gesture Hints," which trigger the app switcher when swiping up from the bottom of the screen.
Step 6 - Alternative Navigation Methods: Exploring Other Options
If you prefer to keep gesture hints enabled but want to change the navigation method to access the app switcher, we'll explore alternative navigation options.
Step 7 - Checking the Results: Confirming the Changes
After applying the settings, we'll show you how to check if the recently opened apps feature has been successfully turned off.
Step 8 - Reverting the Changes: Enabling Recently Opened Apps
If you change your mind and wish to restore the recently opened apps functionality, we'll provide the steps to revert the changes.
Conclusion:
Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to turn off the recently opened apps on your Samsung A54 5G, A53, A73, or S23 Ultra smartphone. By following our step-by-step guide, you now have the option to customize your device's navigation and user experience according to your preferences. Whether you choose to disable the app switcher or explore alternative navigation methods, you have gained more control over your Samsung phone's functionality.