How to Close iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch Apps

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Unlock your device.

   To do so, press the Sleep/Wake button on the upper-right part of the housing, then enter a passcode or tap the Home button for Touch ID, if necessary.
   
   Your device must be on and unlocked, i.e. not displaying the lock or passcode screens, to manage your open apps.
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   Step 2: Double-press the Home button.

   It's the round button below the screen on the face of your device.
   
   All open apps will be tiled behind the Home screen., When the app disappears, it is closed.
   
   Repeat for each app you want to close. ,
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   Step 3: Tap and drag the app you want to close to the top edge of the screen.

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   Step 4: Press the Home button to return to the Home screen.

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