How to Delete Default Apps on Your Android Device
Android devices come with a variety of pre-installed apps, some of which you might not find useful. If you want to free up space or streamline your device's interface, deleting these default apps is an option. In this blog post, we'll walk you through the process of removing unwanted apps from your Android gadget.
Prerequisites: Check for System Apps
Before we dive into deletion, it's essential to understand that not all pre-installed apps can be uninstalled. System apps, which are integral parts of your device's operating system, cannot be deleted. To distinguish between user-installed and system apps, follow these steps:
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap on Apps & notifications.
- Choose See all apps.
Any apps that are listed under 'System' or 'Device default apps' cannot be deleted. If you find an app you want to remove but can't, consider disabling it instead.
Deleting User-Installed Apps
To delete user-installed apps:
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap on Apps & notifications.
- Choose See all apps.
- Locate and tap the app you want to delete.
- Tap on Uninstall.
If the 'Uninstall' option is greyed out, the app may have been set as a default app for a specific action. To delete such an app:
- Go back to the Settings > Apps & notifications > Default apps page.
- Tap on the app in question under the 'Default apps' section.
- Change the default app for the particular action.
- Once you have changed the default app, go back to the 'See all apps' page and delete the unwanted app as described above.
Wrapping Up
Deleting default apps on your Android device can help declutter your interface and save valuable storage space. However, remember that not all pre-installed apps can be deleted – only those you have installed yourself. Always be careful when deleting apps to ensure you don't accidentally remove one that might be essential for your device's functionality.