The home screen of your smartphone or tablet is the first thing you see when you turn it on. It’s where you keep your most frequently used apps, widgets, and shortcuts. Adding an app to your home screen is a great way to make it easier to access your favorite apps. There are several ways to add an app to your home screen, depending on your device and operating system.
If you’re using an iPhone or iPad, you can add an app to your home screen by tapping and holding the app icon in the App Library. Then, tap “Add to Home Screen.” You can also add an app to your home screen by dragging and dropping the app icon from the App Library onto the home screen. If you’re using an Android device, you can add an app to your home screen by tapping and holding the app icon in the app drawer. Then, tap “Add to home screen.” You can also add an app to your home screen by dragging and dropping the app icon from the app drawer onto the home screen.
Once you’ve added an app to your home screen, you can move it around and arrange it however you like. You can also create folders to organize your apps. To create a folder, tap and hold an app icon and then drag it on top of another app icon. A new folder will be created and you can name it whatever you like. You can then add more apps to the folder by dragging and dropping them into the folder.
Locate the App
Finding the app you want to add to your home screen is the first step. Here are some ways to locate the app:
App Drawer
- Most Android devices have an app drawer. To access it, tap the app drawer icon on your home screen, typically located at the bottom of the screen.
- Once the app drawer is open, you can scroll through the list of apps or use the search bar to find the app you want.
Home Screen
- Some apps may already be on your home screen. Check if the app you want to add is already there.
- If the app is not on your home screen, you can long-press on an empty space on the home screen to open the widgets and apps menu.
- From the widgets and apps menu, you can select the app you want to add to the home screen.
Google Play Store
- If the app you want to add is not already installed on your device, you can download it from the Google Play Store.
- Open the Google Play Store app and search for the app you want.
- Once you find the app, tap the “Install” button. Once the app is installed, it will appear in your app drawer or on your home screen.
Method Steps App Drawer 1. Tap the app drawer icon on your home screen.
2. Scroll through the list of apps or use the search bar to find the app you want.Home Screen 1. Check if the app you want to add is already on your home screen.
2. If not, long-press on an empty space on the home screen to open the widgets and apps menu.
3. Select the app you want to add to the home screen.Google Play Store 1. Open the Google Play Store app.
2. Search for the app you want.
3. Tap the “Install” button.Long-Press the App Icon
To add an app to your home screen using this method, follow these steps:
1. Locate the App in the App Drawer
Open the app drawer by swiping up from the bottom of the screen or tapping the app drawer icon. Find the app you want to add to your home screen and long-press its icon.
2. Choose “Add to Home Screen”
When you long-press the app icon, a menu will appear. Select the option “Add to Home Screen.” This will create a shortcut to the app on your home screen. You can now drag and drop the shortcut to the desired location on your home screen.
3. Customize the Shortcut (Optional)
After adding the shortcut to your home screen, you can customize it further by long-pressing it and selecting “Edit Shortcut.” Here you can change the app icon, app name, and even add a custom action to the shortcut.
4. Add Multiple Apps at Once (Optional)
To add multiple apps to your home screen at once, follow these steps:
- Open the app drawer.
- Long-press the first app icon and select “Add to Home Screen.”
- Without releasing your finger, long-press additional app icons and select “Add to Home Screen.”
- Once you have selected all the desired apps, release your finger.
- The selected apps will be added to your home screen as shortcuts.
Drag and Drop to Home Screen
In many cases, the easiest way to add an app to your desktop is to find the icon in the Applications folder while on the desktop, then drag and drop it onto the Home screen. To do so:
Step Instructions 1 If your desktop is not visible, click the Desktop button in the lower-right corner of the screen. If your Applications folder is not visible, open it. 2 Locate the app you want to add in the Applications folder. In OS X Yosemite and later, apps installed from the Mac App Store are located in a separate Launchpad. If you have apps installed in Launchpad, click the Launchpad button in the Dock and drag the app’s icon to the Desktop. 3 Click on the app’s icon and hold the mouse button down. Drag the app’s icon over to an open area on the Home screen and release it to place the app shortcut there. Use Drag a Shortcut
This method is only available for apps that have already been installed on your device. To add an app to your home screen using drag and drop, follow these steps:
1. Open the App Drawer
Swipe up from the bottom of your screen to open the app drawer. This will show you a list of all the apps installed on your device.
2. Find the App You Want to Add
Scroll through the app drawer until you find the app you want to add to your home screen. Tap and hold the app icon until it starts to wiggle.
3. Drag the App to the Home Screen
Once the app icon starts to wiggle, drag it to the home screen. You can place the app anywhere on the home screen, but it is usually best to place it in a group with other similar apps.
4. Release the App Icon
Once you have placed the app icon on the home screen, release your finger. The app will be added to the home screen and you will be able to launch it by tapping on its icon.
Table summarizing steps:
Step Action 1 Open the app drawer. 2 Find the app you want to add. 3 Drag the app icon to the home screen. 4 Release the app icon. Install from App Drawer
This is the most common way to add apps to the home screen. Follow these steps:
- Open the app drawer by swiping up from the bottom of the screen.
- Find the app you want to add to the home screen.
- Touch and hold the app icon.
- Drag the icon to the home screen.
- Drop the icon in the desired location on the home screen.
Customizing the App Icon
After you have added an app to the home screen, you can customize its icon by following these steps:
- Long-press the app icon on the home screen.
- Tap the “Edit” option.
- Choose a new icon from the gallery or select a custom image.
- Tap “OK” to save your changes.
Customizable Options for App Icon
The following table shows the customizable options available for the app icon:
Option Description Icon shape Choose from various shapes, such as square, circle, or rounded corners. Icon size Adjust the size of the app icon. Icon background Select a background color or image for the app icon. Icon label Choose to display the app name below the icon or hide it. Find Using App Search
If you know the name of the app you want to add to your home screen, you can use the app search feature to find it quickly. Here’s how:
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Open the app drawer by swiping up from the bottom of the screen.
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Tap on the search bar at the top of the app drawer.
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Type in the name of the app you want to add.
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Tap on the app icon when it appears in the search results.
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Long-press on the app icon and drag it to the home screen.
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Drop the app icon on the desired location on the home screen.
Method
Steps
Open app drawer
Swipe up from the bottom of the screen
Tap on search bar
Located at the top of the app drawer
Type app name
Enter the name of the app you want to add
Tap on app icon
Select the icon for the desired app from the search results
Long-press and drag
Hold down the app icon and drag it to the home screen
Drop app icon
Release the app icon at the desired location on the home screen
Add from Google Play Store
The Google Play Store is the official app store for Android devices. It offers a wide variety of apps, games, and other content that you can download and install on your device.
To add an app to your home screen from the Google Play Store, follow these steps:
- Open the Google Play Store app on your device.
- Browse or search for the app that you want to add.
- Tap on the app’s icon to open its详情page.
- Tap on the “Install” button.
- Once the app is installed, tap on the “Open” button.
- The app will now be added to your home screen.
- You can also add an app to your home screen from the Google Play Store website. To do this, follow these steps:
- Open the Google Play Store website in a web browser.
- Browse or search for the app that you want to add.
- Click on the app’s icon to open its详情page.
- Click on the “Install” button.
- Once the app is installed, click on the “Open” button.
- The app will now be added to your home screen.
Link from Desktop/Laptop
To add an app to your home screen from your desktop or laptop, you can follow these steps:
1. Find the App
Open a web browser and navigate to the website of the app you want to add. Make sure the app is compatible with your device and browser.
2. Create a Shortcut
Click on the “Add to Home Screen” or “Install” button on the website. This will create a shortcut to the app on your home screen.
3. Name the Shortcut (Optional)
You can rename the shortcut to something more descriptive or shorter. Click on the “Edit” or “Rename” option and enter the desired name.
4. Choose an Icon (Optional)
Some apps allow you to customize the icon for the shortcut. Click on the “Change Icon” or “Customize” option and select a different icon from the available options.
5. Pin to Home Screen
Make sure the “Add to Home Screen” or “Pin to Home Screen” option is selected. This will add the app shortcut to your home screen.
6. Move the Shortcut (Optional)
Once the app shortcut is added, you can move it to a different location on your home screen. Simply drag and drop the icon to the desired location.
7. Open the App
To open the app, tap on the shortcut icon on your home screen. It will open the app in a new window or tab.
8. Use the App
The app will function just like any other app on your device. You can use it to access its features, create content, or perform various tasks.
Scan a QR Code
QR codes are another convenient way to add apps to your home screen. They are similar to barcodes, but they can store more information, making them ideal for sharing links to websites, apps, or other content. Here's how to use a QR code to add an app to your home screen:
- Open your camera app and point it at the QR code.
- Your camera app should automatically recognize the QR code and display a notification.
- Tap on the notification to open the link associated with the QR code.
- If the link is to an app, you will be prompted to install it.
- Tap on the "Install" button to install the app.
- Once the app is installed, it will appear on your home screen.
Here are some additional tips for scanning QR codes:
- Make sure that your camera app is up to date.
- Position the QR code in the center of your camera’s viewfinder.
- Hold your camera steady while scanning the QR code.
- If you have trouble scanning the QR code, try moving your camera closer to or further away from the QR code.
Create a Widget
Widgets are small, interactive apps that can be placed on your home screen. They provide quick access to information or functionality from other apps. To create a widget, tap and hold an empty space on your home screen, then select “Widgets” from the menu that appears. A list of available widgets will be displayed. Tap and hold the widget you want to add, then drag it to an empty space on your home screen. You can resize the widget by pinching it in or out.
Here are some tips for creating widgets:
- Use widgets that are relevant to your needs. Don’t clutter up your home screen with widgets that you don’t use.
- Place widgets in a convenient location. Make sure they’re easy to access and use.
- Choose widgets that are visually appealing. You want your home screen to look good, so choose widgets that match your style.
- Don’t be afraid to experiment. There are many different types of widgets available, so try out a few different ones to see what works best for you.
- Keep your widgets up to date. Widgets rely on data from other apps, so make sure those apps are up to date as well.
Here are some of the most popular types of widgets:
Type Description App shortcuts Widgets that provide a quick way to launch an app. Clocks Widgets that display the time and date. Weather Widgets that display the current weather conditions. News Widgets that display news headlines. Social media Widgets that display updates from social media accounts. How To Add An App To The Home Screen
To add an app to the home screen on your iPhone or iPad, follow these steps:
- Open the App Store app.
- Find the app you want to add to your home screen.
- Tap the Get button.
- Confirm that you want to download the app.
- Once the app has been downloaded, it will appear on your home screen.
You can also add apps to your home screen from the widget gallery.
- Swipe left from your home screen to access the widget gallery.
- Scroll down and find the app you want to add to your home screen.
- Tap the Add button.
- The app will be added to your home screen.
People Also Ask
How do I add an app to my home screen on Android?
To add an app to the home screen on your Android device, follow these steps:
- Open the Google Play Store app.
- Find the app you want to add to your home screen.
- Tap the Install button.
- Once the app has been installed, it will appear on your home screen.
How do I remove an app from my home screen?
To remove an app from your home screen, follow these steps:
- Tap and hold the app icon.
- Drag the app to the Remove icon.
- Release the app.
