If you chronically close all of your Android apps when you're done using them, you might be doing more harm to your battery ...

Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2 has improved the ability to swipe-close apps from the Recents menu, making it quicker than ever before. Read on!

We all know the joys of true multitasking featured in the Android OS. The ability to have multiple apps open simultaneously is what we consider to be a must.

That perception, however, has been refuted, and the fact is that you do not need to close apps on your Android phone or tablet frequently.

Here are some quick instructions on how Nexus 6P owners can close or clear running apps on their phone. New Android users can follow this easy guide.

Android 4.0 and Later Touch and hold the "Recent Apps" button in the lower left corner of your Home screen. If there is no Recent Apps button on your Galaxy S smartphone, press and hold the "Home ...

Again, Android handles multitasking extremely well and efficiently, so only close apps you’re truly worried about. Something like your banking app, Netflix, or navigation.