"How do I transfer apps, the whole app, onto my SD card to save phone storage space?"
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Although modern Android phones come with ample storage space, with the increasing number of apps, this space can often be depleted quickly. Someone may want to know "Can I move apps to SD card on Android?". Of course, you can. Transferring apps to an SD card is a simple and efficient way to free up internal memory. This article will introduce you to three methods to effortlessly move apps to an SD card on Android, maximizing your device's storage space and enhancing its performance. Whether it's through system settings, third-party tools, or more advanced storage management techniques, you can choose the method that best suits your needs to optimize your storage space.
Through the built-in settings on Android devices, you can easily move apps that support SD card transfer. This is the most common method, suitable for most devices, especially those running Android 6.0 and above.
Not all apps support transferring to the SD card, particularly system apps or apps that require high-performance storage.
Even after moving apps to the SD card, some apps still need to use internal storage for certain operations, which may slightly affect performance.
How do you move apps to SD cards on Android from Settings?
Step 1. First, make sure your device properly recognizes the SD card. If the card is not inserted or formatted, it may not be recognized.
Step 2. Open "Settings" on the home screen.
Step 3. Scroll down and select "Storage" or "Storage & USB" (depending on the device).
Step 4. In the storage menu, select "Apps" or "Manage Apps".
Step 5. Find the app you want to move and tap on it to open its settings.
Step 6. If the app supports moving to the SD card, you will see the "Move to SD Card" option. Tap it to begin transferring the app. The transfer process will take a few minutes depending on the app size. Once done, the app's storage location will be updated to an SD card.
If you want to simplify the transfer process, especially if you need to move multiple apps at once, Coolmuster Android Assistant is an excellent tool. It allows you to easily move multiple apps to the SD card through your computer, perfect for users who need efficient app management.
Main Features of Coolmuster Android Assistant:
Follow the step-by-step guide to transfer apps to SD card on Android:
01Download and install Android Assistant on your computer (Windows or Mac).
02Connect your Android device to your computer via USB or Wi-Fi. Follow the prompts to operate and ensure a successful connection between your computer and phone. Once connected successfully, you will see the interface below.
03Click on "Apps" on the left panel, and the software will load and display all the apps installed on your phone. Preview and select the apps you wish to move to your SD card, click the "Export" button and then choose your SD card as the destination.
AppMgr III (also known as App 2 SD) is a popular Android app that helps users manage their apps and move them to the SD card. It offers a user-friendly interface, app transfer options, and filtering features to efficiently manage storage space. However, like any tool, it has some limitations that users should be aware of, such as limited to supported apps or not available on all devices. If you don't mind, here is how it works:
Step 1. Download and install AppMgr III from the Google Play Store.
Step 2. Launch AppMgr III and go to the main screen.
Step 3. Tap "Move app" and filter apps that can be transferred to the SD card.
Step 4. Choose the apps you want to move and click "Move to SD Card". Wait for the process to finish.
If you want to fully utilize your SD card to expand your device's storage, you can format the SD card as "Internal Storage", so it can store apps and their data in addition to media files. The following are the steps:
Step 1. Open "Settings" on your device.
Step 2. In the storage menu, tap on "SD Card".
Step 3. Select "Format as Internal Storage". The system will prompt you to confirm the formatting of the SD card.
Step 4. Once formatted, the SD card will act as internal storage, and all apps and data will be moved to it automatically.
Moving apps to the SD card is an effective way to free up storage space on your Android device and improve performance. Whether using built-in settings, Coolmuster Android Assistant, or third-party tools like AppMgr III, you can easily manage storage and optimize your device's performance.
If you want a more efficient way to manage apps, especially for batch transfers, Coolmuster Android Assistant is an excellent choice. It not only helps you move apps to the SD card but also offers powerful backup, restore, and file management features, making it an all-in-one solution for Android device management.
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