There are a few ways to get rid of unwanted home screen menu items:
1. If the item is a shortcut, you can long-press on it and drag it to the trash can icon at the top of the screen.
2. If the item is a widget, you can long-press on it and drag it to the trash can icon at the top of the screen.
3. If the item is a folder, you can long-press on it and drag it to the trash can icon at the top of the screen.
4. If the item is an app, you can long-press on it and drag it to the trash can icon at the top of the screen.