Learn how to use the task manager and free up memory on the Samsung Galaxy A10e.
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Manage memory
Restart device regularly
You should restart your phone at least once per day.
- Press and hold the Power key.
- Tap Restart.
Reduce memory use
- The built-in clean storage option assists in keeping the memory at optimal levels.
- Animated widgets and widgets that update information use the most memory.
- If your phone is running slow, you can reduce the amount of memory it is using.
Clean memory
- From the Home screen, swipe up on an empty spot to open the Apps tray.
- Tap Settings > Device care > Memory > CLEAN NOW.
- The device automatically cleans the memory in use.
Clean storage
- From the Home screen, swipe up on an empty spot to open the Apps tray.
- Tap Settings > Device care > Storage > CLEAN NOW.
- The device automatically cleans the storage in use.
Turn off Wallpaper motion
- From the Home screen, swipe up on an empty spot to open the Apps tray.
- Tap Settings > Wallpapers and themes > Wallpapers.
- Tap the desired image, then tap Home screen.
- Set a new wallpaper, uncheck the Motion effect, then tap SET WALLPAPER.
Remove Widgets
- From the desired Home screen, touch and hold the widget.
- Once the App menu opens, tap Remove.
Manage apps to keep your device running smoothly
- Update apps, clear app cache and data, and uninstall apps that are causing issues.
- Never install a third-party task or battery manager. These interfere with how device software works.
- Research and monitor new apps that you install.
- Read app reviews before installing. Not all apps run smoothly on phones.
- Read customer reviews before downloading an app to see if it has a history of not working properly.
- If your device starts having problems after installing an app, consider uninstalling the app.
Task manager
A task manager can view running apps and close them.
- From any home screen tap the Recent apps key, located in the bottom left corner.
- Running apps wil appear in carousel form.
- Swipe right on an app to close or tap the X.
View free memory
- From the Home screen, swipe up on an empty spot to open the Apps tray.
- Tap Settings > Device care > Memory.
- View the Available space value.