Extra 9: How do I turn off App Suggestions in Search?

💡 Remove App Suggestions when opening Search.

Instructions

  1. Open the iOS Settings app → Siri (or Apple Intelligence & Siri)
  2. Deselect "Suggest Apps Before Searching"
  3. Return to the Home Screen, and a blank screen should now appear when Search is opened
Siri Settings

How to videos

For iOS 26

For iOS 18 and earlier

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