Move Home Screen Icons & Widgets on LG V30

To move home screen icons and widgets on an LG V30, press and hold the icon or widget until it lifts from the screen, then drag it to a new position on the same screen or to the edge of the screen to move it to another page. If you want to remove it, drag it to the “Remove” or trash icon at the top of the screen. This works on the default LG Home launcher, which is the standard interface on the V30 running Android 7.1.2 (Nougat) or later.

Background: The LG V30 Home Screen

The LG V30 uses a custom launcher called LG Home, which is built on top of Android. Unlike stock Android, LG Home gives you a dedicated app drawer (a separate screen listing all apps) and a set of customizable home screens. Each home screen can hold app shortcuts, folders, and widgets. The launcher also supports themes and icon packs, but the basic mechanics of moving items are the same across all versions of LG Home on the V30.

If you have never customized an Android home screen before, the process is intuitive: long-press (touch and hold) an item, then drag it. The V30’s touchscreen is sensitive, so you don’t need to press hard. The device also provides haptic feedback (a slight vibration) when an item is ready to be moved.

How to Move an Icon or Widget

Follow these steps to move any icon or widget on the LG V30 home screen:

1. Go to the home screen where the item currently sits.
2. Press and hold the icon or widget for about one second until it vibrates and enlarges slightly.
3. Without lifting your finger, drag the item to the desired spot on the same screen. Other icons will shift out of the way automatically.
4. To move it to a different home screen page, drag it to the left or right edge of the screen and hold it there for a moment until the screen flips to the adjacent page.
5. Release your finger to drop the item in place.

If you want to move an item to a new, empty home screen page, drag it to the far right edge and hold until a new page is created (LG Home automatically adds a page when you drag an item to the edge).

How to Remove an Icon or Widget

Removing a shortcut or widget does not delete the app itself. To remove:

1. Press and hold the icon or widget.
2. Drag it to the top of the screen where a “Remove” or trash can icon appears.
3. Release your finger when the item turns red or the trash icon highlights.

This only removes the shortcut or widget from the home screen. The app remains in the app drawer and can be added again later. Widgets are also not deleted; they can be re-added from the widget list.

Adding New Icons and Widgets

To add a new app shortcut or widget to the home screen:

1. Tap and hold an empty area of the home screen until the menu appears (or pinch inward on the screen).
2. Select “Apps & widgets” or “Widgets” from the bottom of the screen.
3. Scroll through the list of apps or widgets. For apps, you can drag them directly to the home screen. For widgets, you may need to choose a widget size first (e.g., 4×2) and then drag it to the desired location.

When adding a widget, make sure there is enough free space on the home screen. If the widget is too large, LG Home will show a message that there is not enough space, and you may need to remove some icons or use a different page.

Common Problems and Fixes

Sometimes moving items on the LG V30 doesn’t work as expected. Here are common issues and how to resolve them:

• Icon won’t lift: Make sure you are pressing and holding the icon itself, not the empty space around it. Also, check if you have accidentally enabled “Lock home screen layout” in the launcher settings. To check, go to Settings > Display > Home screen > Home screen, and turn off “Lock home screen layout.”
• Widgets cannot be resized: Some widgets are fixed-size. To resize a widget, long-press it and release, then look for a blue outline with handles. Drag the handles to resize. If no handles appear, the widget doesn’t support resizing.
• Items jump back to original position: This can happen if you are not holding the item long enough before dragging. Try holding for two seconds, and make sure your finger stays in contact with the screen until you drop the item.
• Can’t move to a specific page: If a page is full, you won’t be able to drop an item there. Free up space by moving or removing other icons first.

Alternative Launchers

If you find LG Home too restrictive or want more customization, you can install a third-party launcher from the Google Play Store. Popular options include Nova Launcher, Apex Launcher, and Microsoft Launcher. These launchers allow you to change grid sizes, animations, and gestures. To switch launchers, install the app, then press the Home button and select the new launcher as the default. You can always switch back to LG Home by going to Settings > Apps > Default apps > Home app.

Note that third-party launchers may use more battery or memory, but on the V30’s hardware, the difference is usually negligible. Also, some LG-specific widgets (like the clock or weather widget) may not work on other launchers because they are tied to LG Home.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I move an icon to the bottom dock on the LG V30?

The bottom dock (the bar with phone, messages, and browser icons) can be customized. To move an icon into the dock, long-press the icon and drag it down to the dock area. The dock holds up to five icons. To remove one from the dock, drag it out to the main home screen area.

Can I move widgets between home screens?

Yes, widgets can be moved just like icons. Long-press the widget and drag it to the edge of the screen to move it to another page. However, if the widget is large, you may need to resize it or free up space on the target page.

Why can’t I move an icon? It just vibrates but doesn’t drag.

This usually means the screen is not registering your drag motion. Try lifting your finger slightly and then moving it. Also, make sure you are not in “EasyHome” mode (a simplified launcher). To switch back to LG Home, go to Settings > Display > Home screen > Home screen and select “Home.”

Will moving icons affect the app data?

No, moving a shortcut or widget does not affect the app itself. The app remains installed and all its data is preserved. You are only changing where the shortcut appears on the home screen.

How do I create a folder on the home screen?

To create a folder, long-press one icon and drag it on top of another icon. A folder will be created automatically. You can then drag more icons into the folder. To rename the folder, open it and tap the name field.

Is there a way to lock the home screen layout so I don’t accidentally move icons?

Yes, you can lock the layout. Go to Settings > Display > Home screen > Home screen and toggle on “Lock home screen layout.” When enabled, you won’t be able to move or delete icons until you turn it off.

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