6 Pro Tips to Fix App Crashing Issue on iPhone/iPad After Software Update
When you are dealing with a frustrating problem like this one, it’s better to get a good understanding of the possible reasons upfront. So, let’s get it out of the way!
Why do Apps Crash after iOS 16 Software Update?
The biggest reason why apps tend to crash after a software update is the lack of support for the latest version of the operating system. If apps have not yet been updated or optimized to work with the latest iteration of OS, they would face a host of problems. Apart from incompatibility, you should also keep in mind the storage clutter. If the storage of your device has been clogged up, the device would become rather sluggish, overheat, and also eat into more battery. Not to mention, the cluttered space could also cause apps to crash. On top of all, you should never rule out the possibility of software bugs. Without undermining the vast enhancements, the modern versions of iOS are often plagued by too many bugs.
1. Update Apps on your iPhone or iPad
In most cases, apps tend to crash due to the outdated version. So, if you haven’t updated the apps on your iOS device for some time, there is a good chance that the outdated version could be at the heart of the crashing issue. Hence, updating the apps could rescue you straight away.
- Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad and tap on your profile at the top right corner of the screen.
- Scroll down to find the problematic apps and update them all.
- If you have a stable WiFi connection, you can choose to update all the apps at once. To do so, just hit the Update All button and you are good to go! Sticky Note:
It’s worth pointing out that iOS also allows you to update apps automatically on your iPhone or iPad. So, if you find it a bit tedious to update apps manually on your device, you should take advantage of the automatic app update feature.Head over to the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad. Scroll down and tap on App Store. Under the Automatic Downloads section, and turn on the toggle for App Updates.
2. Hard Reset Your Device
Whenever a common issue strikes my iPhone, I make sure to give a try to the hard reset solution. On many occasions, it helps me resolve problems without any fuss. Thus, I’m going to bank on it to get rid of this issue as well.
- Press and quickly release the volume up button. Then, press and release the volume down button.
- In the end, hold down the power button until the Apple logo appears on the screen.
- Once your device has rebooted, open the app to check if the issue is gone. If it has, it’s time to rejoice.
3. Delete and Reinstall the Crashing Apps
If the apps continue to crash on your iPhone even after you have updated them, delete and reinstall the problematic apps. But before going for the kill, I would recommend you back up the app as the app deletion will wipe out the entire associated data.
- Simply, touch and hold on to an app > Remove App > Delete App.
- Now, open the App Store and find the app you are looking for. After that, download the app as usual.
4. Declutter Your iPhone
Ensure that the storage of your iPhone is not cluttered with too many redundant apps and useless files. The unexpected app crashing issue could be due to the cluttered space. Therefore, cleaning up the storage could get rid of the issue.
- Head into the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad > General > iPhone or iPad Storage.
- You should see a storage bar at the top of the screen showing both the used and available storage.
- Besides, you should also see a long list of apps on the screen with the total amount of storage each app has consumed.
- Having got a clear idea about the apps that have taken up more storage on your device, now go ahead with the cleanup drive and wipe out everything that’s no longer needed.
5. Reset All Settings
Factory reset has long been like a go-to troubleshooter for me, especially when dealing with a frustrating problem that does not seem to get sorted out with basic tips. If the app crashing problem remains on your device, you should go for this reliable solution as well.
- Navigate to the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad. Now, tap on General. After that, scroll down to the bottom and tap on Reset or Transfer iPhone/iPad.
- Now, tap on Reset and hit Reset All Settings in the menu.
- Next, you will need to enter your device passcode as well as Screen Time Passcode (if it’s turned on) and tap on Reset All Settings again in the popup menu to confirm the action.
6. Update Software
If none of the tricks has worked in fixing the app crashing issues on your iPhone, there is a high chance that the problem could be due to a software bug. But there is no need to panic as software updates have got the knack of troubleshooting a bug. Notably, Apple has a great track record of frequently releasing software updates with a number of bug fixes and performance improvements.
- Head over to the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad > General > Software Update. Finally, download and install the latest version of iOS or iPadOS on your device.
Fixed App Crashing Problem on iPhone and iPad…!
And that’s about it! I guess the problem is behind your back now. More often than not, you can get rid of the app crashing issue on your iPhone by just updating the app or fresh reinstalling it. Knowing that these couple of tricks have always clicked for me, I don’t see any reason why they won’t get the job done for you as well. Have got any feedback to share? Be sure to share your inputs via the comments section below.
