Windows Phone: delete apps under WP 8 - how it works
When you start your Windows Phone for the first time, you will find numerous pre-installed apps. This practical tip shows you how to delete those that you do not need!
Delete apps on Windows Phone 8
- First switch from the start page to the right in the list of all installed applications.
- Then search for the app you want to remove here.
- Tap and hold the entry of the app for a few seconds until a selection list appears.
- Now select the "Uninstall" option and confirm the following query to remove the app from your smartphone.
Remove tile in Windows Phone 8
If you don't want to delete an app right away, but still want to remove it from the home screen, follow these steps:
- Press the Windows key to go to your home screen.
- Navigate to the app whose tile you want to remove.
- Tap and hold the tile until it is highlighted.
- Now tap the pin button to detach the tile from the start page. The app remains installed on your smartphone and you can start it from the list of all applications.
In a brief overview, we will show you what changes you can expect when you switch from Windows Phone 8 to Windows Phone 8.1.