Before we dive into how to move your apps to the SD card, it’s important to understand why it’s necessary. Many Android smartphones only have a limited amount of internal storage, which can quickly fill up with all your apps, pictures, videos, and other files. By moving your apps to the SD card, you can free up space on your internal memory, allowing you to store even more content on your device.
So, without further ado, let’s take a look at how to move apps from the internal memory to the SD card in Android.
Step 1: Check your phone’s compatibility
Before you start moving your apps to the SD card, you need to make sure that your phone supports this feature. Not all Android devices have the ability to move apps to the SD card, especially newer models. To check whether your device supports this feature, go to Settings > Storage and check if there is an option to “Move apps to SD card.”
Step 2: Install an SD card
If your phone supports moving apps to the SD card, the next step is to insert a compatible SD card into your device. It’s important to note that not all SD cards are created equal, and you need to choose one that is fast, reliable, and has enough storage space. A microSD card with Class 10 or higher speed rating is recommended.
Step 3: Move apps to the SD card
Now that you have a compatible SD card in your device, it’s time to start moving your apps. Here’s how to do it:
1. Go to Settings > Apps & notifications.
2. Select the app you want to move to the SD card.
3. Tap on “Storage.”
4. On the Storage screen, you will see two options – “Clear data” and “Change” (or “Move to SD card,” depending on your device). Tap on “Change.”
5. On the next screen, you will see the option to “Internal shared storage” and “SD card.” Tap on “SD card.”
6. If you have never moved this app to the SD card before, you will see a warning message that says, “Moving apps to the SD card may cause app data loss.” Tap on “OK” to proceed.
7. Finally, tap on “Move” to move the app to the SD card.
Step 4: Monitor your apps
It’s important to note that not all apps can be moved to the SD card. System apps and some pre-installed apps cannot be moved, while some apps may not work properly if moved to the SD card. Additionally, some apps may automatically move back to the internal memory after a software update or restart of the device.
Therefore, it’s essential to periodically check your apps and make sure they are still on the SD card. To do this, go to Settings > Apps & notifications, and look for the “On SD card” tab to see which apps are currently on the SD card.
In conclusion, moving your apps to the SD card is a simple and effective way to free up space on your phone’s internal memory. By following these steps, you can easily move your apps and enjoy more storage space on your Android device.