Operating your Amazon Fire Tablet efficiently involves understanding how to manage the apps you're not actively using. You've probably noticed that after a while, your tablet might start to lag or drain battery faster than usual. This is often because too many applications are running in the background. Closing these apps can greatly improve your device's performance.
But did you know there's a right and a wrong way to shut them down? Let's explore the steps you need to take to properly close your apps and discuss why it's essential for maintaining your tablet's peak functionality.
What happens if you don't follow these steps? Well, the impact might surprise you.
Understanding App Management
To effectively manage your apps, start by swiping up on your Amazon Fire tablet screen to view all running applications.
From the Home screen, you can select Applications to see everything that's currently active. If your tablet is slowing down, it's likely due to these running apps.
You've got a straightforward option to improve performance—use the 'Force Stop' feature found in the Settings menu. This allows you to close apps that aren't responding or are unnecessarily consuming resources.
Step-by-Step App Closure
Now that you understand how to manage your apps, let's walk through the steps to close them on your Amazon Fire tablet.
First, tap the square navigation button; this action lets you view all running applications.
To close an app, simply swipe up on the app window on the screen. This gesture removes the app from your view and helps improve performance by freeing up resources.
If you need to switch between open apps, swipe left or right to select the one you need.
Remember, you can always reopen any closed apps by tapping their icons on the Home screen.
Closing unnecessary apps regularly will make sure your Amazon Fire remains fast and responsive.
Force Closing Troublesome Apps
If your Amazon Fire tablet begins to freeze or crash, force closing troublesome apps might resolve these issues. To do this, you'll need to navigate to the Settings menu on your Fire Tablet.
Once there, select 'Apps & Notifications' and then 'Manage All Applications' to see a list of all running apps. Identify any applications that are unresponsive or hogging resources, then tap on the app and choose 'Force Close'. This action should help stabilize your device.
However, be cautious not to force close essential system apps as it could impair your Fire Tablet's functionality.
Regularly managing running apps by force closing can greatly aid in maintaining your Amazon Fire's performance and prevent future crashes or freezes.
Enhancing Tablet Performance
Beyond simply force closing apps, regularly shutting down unnecessary applications on your Amazon Fire tablet can greatly enhance its performance and extend battery life. When you notice your device lagging, it's often because too many apps are running in the background.
By selecting to close these apps, you're not only freeing up system resources but also preventing potential slowdowns. To manage this, tap the square navigation button and swipe up on the app windows you wish to close. This simple action guarantees that your Fire tablet maintains peak speed and responsiveness.
Preventing Automatic App Starts
To prevent automatic app starts on your Kindle Fire HD, restart the device to close all apps except those configured to open by default.
After restarting, access running applications by swiping down from the top or tapping the gear icon. Here, you can manage which apps reopen automatically. Select the square icon to view open apps, then tap and hold an app to modify its settings.
Review each app's settings to decide whether it should automatically start. This control helps improve your tablet's performance and battery life by ensuring only necessary apps run in the background.