The forthcoming iteration of Apple’s mobile operating system, iOS 18, is anticipated to introduce refinements to the way users manage application visibility. This functionality pertains to restoring applications previously concealed from the home screen and app library. For instance, a user may choose to make a finance application visible again after a period of limited use.
The capacity to manage application visibility offers enhanced control over the user interface and digital privacy. This allows for decluttering the home screen, and the ability to easily surface hidden applications when needed. Historically, iOS has provided mechanisms for organizing and limiting app visibility; refinements in iOS 18 could streamline this process and offer expanded options.