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How to Create Folders on OnePlus 3T

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This guide shows you how to create folders on your OnePlus 3T to organize apps on the home screen or in the app drawer. You’ll be able to group similar apps together, reduce clutter, and find what you need faster. No special tools or apps are required—just your phone’s built-in launcher.

What You’ll Need

  • Your OnePlus 3T (running OxygenOS, the default software)
  • Unlocked screen (home screen or app drawer visible)

Step-by-Step

  1. Unlock your OnePlus 3T and go to the home screen. If you want to create a folder in the app drawer, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to open the app drawer.
  2. Locate the first app you want to put in the folder. It can be on the home screen or in the app drawer.
  3. Press and hold the app icon until you feel a vibration or see the screen change (the icon will enlarge slightly). Do not lift your finger yet.
  4. Drag the icon on top of another app icon that you want to be in the same folder. As you hover over the second app, a highlighted circle or square will appear around it.
  5. Release your finger to drop the first icon onto the second. A new folder will be created automatically, containing both apps. The folder will be named automatically (usually based on the app category, like “Productivity” or “Games”).
  6. Rename the folder (optional): Tap the folder to open it. Then tap the folder name (at the top of the screen) and type a custom name like “Social” or “Work”. Tap anywhere outside the folder to save.
  7. Add more apps: To add more apps to the folder, simply drag and drop them onto the folder icon (not inside it). The folder will expand to include them.
  8. Remove an app from a folder: Tap the folder to open it, then press and hold the app you want to remove. Drag it out of the folder and onto the home screen. The folder will shrink if it has only one app left.
  9. Delete a folder: If you remove all but one app from a folder, the folder will automatically disappear, and the remaining app will be placed on the home screen. Alternatively, you can manually delete a folder by opening it, then pressing and holding the folder’s empty area (or the folder icon itself) and selecting “Remove” or dragging it to the “Remove” option that appears at the top of the screen.

Common Mistakes

  • Not holding long enough: If you just tap and drag, the phone might interpret it as a scroll or a tap. Make sure you press and hold until the icon lifts or you feel a vibration.
  • Dropping the icon too early: You need to drag the icon directly over the other icon and wait for the highlight to appear before releasing. If you release too soon, the app will just be placed on the home screen.
  • Confusing home screen and app drawer: Folders can be created in both places, but they are separate. A folder on the home screen is not the same as a folder in the app drawer.
  • Accidentally uninstalling: When you press and hold an app icon, you might see an “Uninstall” or “Remove” option appear at the top of the screen. Be careful not to drag the icon there unless you intend to remove the app.

Tips

  • Use descriptive names: Name folders by category (e.g., “Finance”, “Health”, “Travel”) to make them easier to find.
  • Move whole folders: You can drag a folder icon to a different home screen page or to the dock at the bottom, just like a regular app icon.
  • Organize by frequency: Put your most-used apps in a folder on the first home screen, or in the dock, for quick access.
  • Use the app drawer for rarely used apps: Keep your home screen clean by putting only frequently used apps in folders there, and leave the rest in the app drawer.
  • Long-press on a folder to see options: Pressing and holding a folder icon gives you quick options like “Edit” (to rename) or “Remove” (to delete the folder).

Troubleshooting

If you’re having trouble creating a folder, try these steps:

  • Folder not created when you drop: Make sure you drop the icon directly on top of the other icon, not just near it. The highlight must appear. If it doesn’t, try again, making sure to hold the icon longer before dragging.
  • Can’t drag icons at all: If you cannot drag any icons, your launcher may be locked. Go to Settings > Home screen & wallpaper > Lock home screen layout and toggle it off. This is a common setting that prevents accidental icon movement.
  • Folder name won’t change: Tap the folder, then tap the name field. If the keyboard doesn’t appear, tap the name again or try tapping the pencil icon next to it (if present).
  • Apps disappear from home screen: If you drag an app into a folder and it seems to vanish, it’s probably inside the folder. Tap the folder to see its contents.
  • Folder is not visible: If you created a folder in the app drawer, it will appear as a folder icon in the app drawer list. If you created it on the home screen, it will be on the page where you created it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I create folders in the app drawer on OnePlus 3T?

Yes, you can. Open the app drawer, then drag one app onto another, just like on the home screen. The folder will appear in the app drawer.

How do I move a folder to another home screen page?

Press and hold the folder icon, then drag it to the edge of the screen (left or right) to switch pages, or drag it to the desired page indicator. Release to place it.

Can I put a folder inside another folder?

No, folders cannot be nested. You can only place individual apps inside a folder.

What happens if I delete a folder on OnePlus 3T?

Deleting a folder removes the folder itself, but all the apps inside it are moved to the home screen (or app drawer if it was there). No apps are uninstalled.

Is there a limit to how many apps can be in a folder?

There is no practical limit. You can add as many apps as you want, but the folder will display them in a grid that may require scrolling.

Can I change the folder icon on OnePlus 3T?

By default, the folder icon is a small circle with the first few app icons inside. You cannot change the folder icon itself, but you can rename the folder to better describe its contents.

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