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How to hide apps in Huawei P20 Pro

How to lock and hide apps in Huawei P20 Pro and P20 EMUI 8.1

Step 1: Quickly pinch zoom on your Huawei P20 & P20 Pro home screen

You can see hidden application menu.

Step 2: Tap Add

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List of installed applications are view in hide application menu.

Step 3: Select apps you want to hidden from your screen or app drawer




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Step 4: Tap OK

Now selected apps hidden in your Huawei P20 and P20 Pro without using any third party app in your device. To show hidden apps in Huawei P20 Pro and P20 again repeat above given steps then unchecked app you want to show in your device.

How to find or show hidden apps in Huawei P20 and P20 Pro EMUI 8.1

Pinch zoom to home screen > Tap Add icon > Unchecked app you want to show in your device

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You can also use app lock feature to lock apps with password or pattern lock or fingerprint security in your Huawei P20 Pro and P20 device.

How to lock apps in Huawei P20 and P20 Pro

Step 1: Swipe down notification shade and tap settings icon

Step 2: Tap Security and privacy

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Step 3: Tap App lock

Step 4: Turn on toggle button of apps you want to lock

Now you can access selected apps in Huawei P20 Pro after enter PIN number or password. To unlock apps with your fingerprint, enable access app lock in your device using below given settings.

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Step 1: Go to settings > Security and privacy > Fingerprint ID

Step 2: Turn on toggle “access app lock” to unlock apps using your fingerprint

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Now you’ll lock and hide apps anytime using above given methods in your Huawei P20 Pro and P20 devices.

Min

Min En specializes in smartphone reviews, EMUI/HarmonyOS coverage, and mobile industry analysis. His in-depth knowledge of Huawei's ecosystem, from flagship devices to emerging technologies, makes him a trusted voice in the tech community.

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