How to Locate Concealed Apps on Your iPhone Running iOS 18

As an iOS developer, you may have noticed that some apps on your iPhone are not easily accessible. These concealed apps are hidden by default settings or by developers to improve privacy and security. In this article, we will explore how to locate these concealed apps on an iPhone running iOS 18.

One of the simplest ways to locate concealed apps is by using Apple’s built-in search feature. To do this:

1. Tap the home button on your iPhone.
2. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to access the Control Center.
3. In the Control Center, tap and hold the Search icon at the top left corner of the screen.



4. Type in the name of the app you are looking for in the search bar.
5. The app should appear in the search results. If it does not appear, try typing a different keyword related to the app or using voice commands.

Another way to locate concealed apps is by using Spotlight Search. To do this:

6. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to access the Control Center.
7. In the Control Center, tap and hold the search icon at the top left corner of the screen.
8. Type in the name of the app you are looking for in the search bar.
9. The app should appear in the search results. If it does not appear, try typing a different keyword related to the app or using voice commands.

If the built-in search feature and Spotlight Search are not working for you, there are several third-party apps available that can help you locate concealed apps on your iPhone. Some of these apps include:

• AppInfo – This app allows you to view detailed information about all the apps installed on your iPhone, including their names, versions, and file sizes. With this app, you can easily locate any concealed or hidden apps that are not easily accessible through the built-in search feature or Spotlight Search.
• AppList – This app provides a comprehensive list of all the apps installed on your iPhone, along with their names, versions, and file sizes. It also includes information about each app’s size, last updated date, and version number.
• HiddenAppsFinder – This app scans your iPhone’s file system to locate any concealed or hidden apps that are not easily accessible through the built-in search feature or Spotlight Search. With this app, you can easily find and access any concealed or hidden apps on your iPhone.

Finally, you can also locate concealed apps by using Apple’s Settings app. To do this:

13. Tap the home button on your iPhone.
14. Scroll down and tap on the Settings icon.
15. In the Settings app, scroll down and tap on the “General” tab.
16. Scroll down and tap on “About” at the bottom of the screen.
17. In the “About” screen, scroll down and tap on “Diagnostics & Usage.”
18. Scroll down and tap on “Usage Stats.”
19. Here, you will see a list of all the apps installed on your iPhone, including their names and file sizes. You can easily locate any concealed or hidden apps that are not easily accessible through the built-in search feature or Spotlight Search by scrolling through this list.

FAQs

Q: How do I locate concealed apps on my iPhone running iOS 18?

A: You can locate concealed apps on your iPhone running iOS 18 by using Apple’s built-in search feature, Spotlight Search, third-party apps like AppInfo and AppList, or Apple’s Settings app.

Q: What are some common reasons why apps are hidden on an iPhone?

A: Apps may be hidden by default settings or by developers to improve privacy and security. Some apps may also be concealed if they are not frequently used or if they are part of a group of apps that are bundled together.

Q: Can I unhide concealed apps on my iPhone?

A: Yes, you can unhide concealed apps on your iPhone by accessing them through the built-in search feature, Spotlight Search, third-party apps like AppInfo and AppList, or Apple’s Settings app.