How to Clean Up Apps on a Smart TV

Step by step

1. 30 sec

   Access the home screen

   Press the Home or Menu button on your remote to return to the primary application interface. Ensure no background media or streaming services are active.

2. 1 min

   Enter edit mode

   Navigate to the application icon you intend to remove. Press and hold the center selection button on your remote until the icons begin to oscillate or a context menu appears.

   Note: If no menu appears, use the Options or Menu button on your physical remote.
3. 30 sec

   Select delete or remove

   Choose the Remove App or Delete option from the presented context menu. Confirm your selection when the system prompt appears to initiate the uninstallation process.

   Note: Some pre-installed manufacturer apps cannot be deleted; you may only hide them from the home screen.
4. 1 min

   Clear system cache

   Navigate to Settings, select Apps, then choose Manage Installed Apps. Select any remaining applications and clear their cache and data to release additional storage.

   Note: Clearing data will sign you out of the respective service.
5. 30 sec

   Restart the device

   Power cycle your TV by unplugging it from the power source for 30 seconds. Plug it back in to finalize the removal of residual files and refresh the system memory.

   Note: A cold restart is essential for the system to re-index available storage.