[New & updated 2026] How to Clear Apps on iPhone 13?

Campbell Adams | May 26, 2026 3 min read

Smartphone engineer of 5 years, Campbell excels in addressing phone issues and offers readers clear, actionable solutions.

Upgrading to a newer model feels so ravishing and comforting. However, there can be some difficulties while getting used to the newer software and versions.

I can sense you are in the same situation. Did you recently get the brand new iPhone 13 or iPhone 14 but don't yet know your way around it?

Don 't worry, this guide consists of everything you need to know about how to close apps on iPhone 13 or iPhone 14 smoothly so let 's get started.

When do you need to close apps on iPhone 13?

Most people have the habit to close apps when they switch to another or put their phone down to save up on memory and battery. But is it really necessary to close them every time?

No, the main time you need to close an app is when it is malfunctioning or unresponsive. Apple says there is typically no reason to quit apps just to save battery, and force-closing them can make the phone reload the app from scratch the next time you open it.

How to Close Apps on iPhone 13?

Here's how to close or clear apps on the iPhone 13, and these instructions also apply to any iPhone model without a home button, including newer Face ID models.

Steps

  1. Turn on your iPhone 13 with the power button.
  2. Swipe up from the bottom of your iPhone 13's screen, pause in the middle, then lift your finger.
  3. The App Switcher will appear. Swipe left and right to see all the open apps.
  4. Choose the app you want to close, then swipe up on its preview.
Close app on iPhone 13 without home button

Close app on iPhone 13 without home button

FAQs

Is it possible to close all apps with one click on my iPhone 13?

Unfortunately, there is no way till now that lets you close all apps with one click on your iPhone 13. Although Android devices come with this function, iOS is still not equipped with the feature. However, it lets you close three apps at a time by swiping your three fingers up on the close-app screen.

How to check opened apps on my iPhone 13?

You can check the apps you have recently opened on your iPhone 13 by swiping up from the bottom, pausing in the center of the screen, and opening the App Switcher. You can swipe to the right and left to see all the opened apps, and on Face ID models you can also swipe along the bottom edge to jump quickly between recent apps.

How do I close apps on my iPhone with a home button?

To close apps on an iPhone with a home button, click the home button two times and the screen will show all the opened apps. You can browse through them to find an app and swipe it up to close it.

Summary

Changing phones and models can be sometimes annoying as you are used to your older device. But that does not mean you should let go of the fun, the new device comes with. There is always a solution as we brought to you. I hope this guide must have served its purpose and now you can easily close apps on iPhone 13 the right way.