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How to Delete an App Clip on iPhone

Clear unused App Clips from Settings or the App Library. The steps work on iOS 18 through iOS 27.

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Quick answer

To delete an App Clip on iPhone, open Settings → App Clips, tap the clip you do not need, then tap Remove App Clip. You can also long-press the clip in the App Library and choose Delete App Clip. The same steps work on iOS 18 through iOS 27.

Why remove App Clips?

App Clips let you use a small part of an app without a full install. Over time they pile up and take storage. Clearing ones you no longer need keeps the phone tidy.

Delete an App Clip from Settings

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Scroll down and tap App Clips.
  3. Tap the App Clip you want to remove.
  4. Tap Remove App Clip and confirm.

Delete from the App Library

  1. Swipe left past your last Home Screen to open the App Library.
  2. Find the clip under Recently Added or App Clips.
  3. Touch and hold the icon until the menu appears.
  4. Tap Delete App Clip and confirm.

Tips for managing App Clips

  • Review the App Clips list every few months and remove unused ones.
  • In Settings → App Clips, turn on automatic removal of unused clips.
  • If you use a clip often, install the full app from the App Store instead.

Frequently asked questions

Where are App Clips listed on iPhone?

Open Settings and scroll to App Clips. You will see every App Clip currently on the device. You can also find recent ones in the App Library under Recently Added or App Clips.

Do these steps work on iOS 27?

Yes. Deleting App Clips from Settings or the App Library works the same way on iOS 18 through iOS 27.

Can iPhone remove App Clips automatically?

Yes. In Settings → App Clips you can turn on automatic removal of unused App Clips after a period of inactivity.

Should I install the full app instead?

If you use an App Clip often, install the full app from the App Store for a more complete experience and fewer leftover clips.

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