How to Quit or Close Apps on iPhone X and Newer
The process of quitting apps on the iPhone X and newer models, such as the iPhone XR and iPhone 11, is a bit different from earlier iPhones. That’s because these models don’t have a Home button, so the way you access the multitasking screen is different. Here’s how to do it:
Swipe up from the bottom of the screen and pause about halfway up the screen to reveal the multitasking view. Swipe the app you want to close up and off the top of the screen. If you have a version of iOS 11, the process is slightly different. On that, in the multitasking view, tap and hold the app until a red - (minus sign) appears. Then, tap the minus sign to close the app. Tap the wallpaper or swipe up from the bottom again to return to the Home screen.
How to Quit or Close Apps on iPhone 8 and 7
If you have the iPhone 8 or iPhone 7, quitting apps is super simple. Here’s what you need to know:
To access the Fast App Switcher feature, double-click the Home button. That action causes the apps to fall back a bit so that you can see the icons and screenshots of all the running apps. Slide the apps from side to side to find the one you want to quit. Swipe the app off the top edge of the screen to close it. When you’ve closed all the apps you want, click the Home button again to return to using your iPhone.
How to Quit or Close Apps on iOS 6
To close apps on iPhone 6, the process is similar. However, if you updated the operating system beyond iOS 6, refer to the instructions above.
Double-click the Home button to reveal a row of apps below the dock. Slide to the app you want to quit. Tap and hold the app until a red badge with a - (minus sign) appears. The apps wiggle like they do when you’re rearranging them. Tap the minus sign to close the app. Repeat the process for additional apps. Click the Home button when you finish closing apps.
How to Close Apps on Older iPhones
If you have an old version of the iOS that doesn’t include multitasking, hold down the Home button at the bottom center of the iPhone for about six seconds to quit the current app and return to the main Home screen. If it doesn’t, you may need to reset the device.
Closing Apps Doesn’t Save Battery Life
There is a popular belief that quitting apps running in the background can save battery life even when the apps aren’t being used. However, that has been proven to be incorrect and can even hurt the battery life.
