You can rearrange apps on Android by creating folders, adding shortcuts and widgets, or sorting them alphabetically for a cleaner home screen. This guide covers all the methods to organize your Samsung or other Android device effectively.
How to rearrange apps on Android
Follow these methods to customize your home screen with folders, shortcuts, widgets, and sorting.
Creating folders
- Open your Android home screen by unlocking your device or pressing the Home button.
- Tap and hold an app to select it for moving.
- Drag the app onto another app; a new folder will appear.
- Name the folder by tapping the name field at the top and typing your preferred name, or leave the default.
- Add more apps by long-pressing an app and dragging it into the folder; drag onto an existing folder to create nested ones.
Creating shortcuts
- Tap and hold an app; a list of available shortcuts appears if supported.
- Tap the desired shortcut; if none appear, the app has no shortcuts.
- Drag the shortcut to an empty space on the home screen, into an existing folder, or over another app to create a new folder.
- To remove a shortcut (optional), tap and hold it, then drag to Remove (X) and release.
Adding widgets
- Tap and hold an empty spot on the home screen.
- Tap the Widgets icon (four squares).
- Tap the widget you want from the list.
- Long-press the widget to display your home screens.
- Drag the widget to the desired location and release; to resize, hold it, drag the outline, then tap outside to save.
Organizing apps alphabetically
- Open the app drawer where all apps are listed.
- Use the built-in sort feature; if needed, reset the home screen layout via Settings > Apps > [Your launcher] > Storage > Clear data.
- Tap the three-dot menu (⋮) at the top.
- SelectSort, then choose Alphabetical.
Organizing your Android apps makes your home screen more efficient and personalized, saving time by putting favorites front and center. Folders and shortcuts reduce clutter, while widgets provide quick access to info like weather or calendars without opening apps.
Alphabetical sorting in the app drawer ensures you can find anything instantly, and grouping by use case separates work from entertainment. This setup boosts productivity and gives your device a polished, professional feel that reflects your lifestyle.
