Ever open an app you just used minutes ago, only to find it’s completely restarted? Frustrating, right? This happens because your Samsung Galaxy phone automatically manages memory to keep things running smoothly. But what if there are certain apps you always want to stay active in the background? Here’s how to prevent them from being cleaned from memory using Device Care, a built-in feature on your Samsung phone.
Keeping Your Favorite Apps Ready to Go
Imagine you’re listening to music on Spotify while browsing Instagram. Suddenly, you switch back to Spotify and – oh no! It’s reloaded and your music’s stopped. This is because your phone decided Spotify wasn’t actively being used and closed it down to free up memory for other tasks.
The good news is, you can prevent this from happening to your most-used apps. Samsung’s Device Care app lets you create an “exclusion list” for apps that should always stay running in the background. This way, when you switch between apps, they’ll pick up right where you left off, saving you time and frustration.
Device Care is your one-stop shop for optimizing your phone’s performance. It includes features to manage battery life, storage space, and – you guessed it – memory. Here’s how to use Device Care to keep your essential apps on standby:
• Open the Settings app on your Samsung Galaxy phone.
• In the Device Care menu, tap “Memory.” You’ll see an overview of your phone’s current memory usage and a handy “Clean now” button to free up memory if needed.
• The secret weapon lies beneath the surface! Tap “Excluded apps.” This is where you’ll create your personalized list of apps that should never be closed in the background.
• Hit the “+” button in the top right corner. This opens a list of all your installed apps.
• Now, simply choose the apps you want to keep constantly running. These could be your music player, navigation app, messaging app, or anything else you frequently switch back and forth to.
• Once you’ve selected your apps, tap “Add” for each one. They’ll be added to your exclusion list.
Congratulations! You’ve successfully configured Device Care to keep your favorite apps on the ready. But what if you decide you no longer need an app to stay active in the background? No worries, managing your exclusion list is a breeze:
• Go back to the “Excluded apps” section in Device Care.
• Tap and hold the app you want to remove.
• A pop-up menu will appear. Select “Remove” to take the app off the exclusion list.
While keeping essential apps running smoothly is a great perk, it’s important to strike a balance. Having too many apps constantly active can drain your battery and slow down your phone overall. Here are some tips to keep in mind:
• Only add apps you truly need to the exclusion list. Don’t go overboard!
• Monitor your phone’s performance. If you notice any sluggishness or battery drain, it might be a sign you’ve added too many apps to the exclusion list.
• Review your exclusion list regularly. As your app usage habits change, so should your list.
By following these steps and keeping a watchful eye on your phone’s performance, you can enjoy the convenience of having your favorite apps always ready to go without sacrificing overall performance. Now go forth and multitask with ease!…Read more by Manoj Kumar
