Uninstalling apps from an Android device is usually a straightforward process, but sometimes, an app might not get uninstalled as expected. This could be due to a variety of reasons, such as a bug in the app, a problem with your device's software, or even a security feature enabled by the app. Whatever the reason, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue and force the app to uninstall. Here's how:
Step 1: Try uninstalling the app the normal way
The first thing to try is to uninstall the app using the standard method. To do this, simply long-press the app icon on your home screen or in your app drawer, then drag and drop it to the "Uninstall" option that appears at the top. If this method works, you're good to go.
Step 2: Force stop the app and clear cache and data
If the app won't uninstall using the standard method, your next step is to force stop the app and clear its cache and data. To do this, go to "Settings," then "Apps & notifications." Look for the app that you want to uninstall, then tap on it. From there, choose "Force stop," then "Storage." In this menu, you'll see options to "Clear cache" and "Clear storage." Tap on both of these options to remove the app's cache and data. Now try uninstalling the app again using the standard method.
Step 3: Disable the app and uninstall it
If the above steps don't work, your next option is to disable the app before attempting to uninstall it. To do this, go to "Settings," then "Apps & notifications." Find the app you want to uninstall and tap on it. From there, choose "Disable" and confirm your choice. Once the app is disabled, try uninstalling it again using the standard method. If the uninstallation is successful, you can enable the app again from the same settings menu.
Step 4: Use ADB to uninstall the app
If all else fails, you can use ADB (Android Debug Bridge) to force uninstall the app. This method requires that you have ADB installed on your computer (which is part of the Android SDK), and that your device is connected to your computer via USB. First, enable USB debugging on your device by going to "Settings," then "Developer options" (if you don't see this menu, go to "About phone" and tap on the "Build number" several times until it becomes visible). From there, connect your device to your computer and open a command prompt or terminal window. type in "adb shell" and press enter. Once you're in the ADB shell, type in "pm uninstall -k --user 0 [package name]" where "[package name]" is the name of the app you want to uninstall. Press enter to run the command, and the app should be uninstalled.