Closing the app on your Firestick does not actually stop the app from functioning. It may run in the background and consume a particular amount of space. If many apps are running in the background, your Firestick may respond late and will not perform effectively. To resolve this, Firestick provides an option to force close the apps that are running in the background. However, you need to force close all the background running apps one by one, as Firestick does not have the option to close all the apps at once.
How to Force Close Apps on Firestick/Fire TV
1. Turn on your Firestick and connect it to a stable WiFi connection.
2. Pick your Firestick remote and press the Home button.
3. Move towards the right and reach the end to select the Settings icon.
4. On the Settings page, locate and find the Applications tab.
5. Now, scroll down to the last and select the Manage Installed Applications option.
6. On the Manage Installed Applications page, you will see a list of all the apps that are installed on your Firestick.
7. Scroll down to the list and select the app that you want to Force close.
8. Once you have selected the app, move towards the bottom and click the Force Stop button.
Now, the app you have selected will stop running in the background.
FAQ
1. Can you find which app that runs in the background on Firestick?
No, you cannot find the list of apps that are running in the background on Firestick. However, using third-party apps like Background Apps and Process List, you can find which app is running in the background on your Firestick.
