[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Software

app switching

Moving between open apps using recent-apps or gestures.

Also known as: multitasking

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

App switching is moving between running apps, usually through a recents view or a swipe gesture.

See gesture navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is app switching?

Moving between open apps using recent-apps or gestures.

What terms are related to app switching?

Related Software terms include notification, background app.

Related Technical Terms

notification
An alert from an app shown outside the app itself. Software
background app
An app that keeps running in the background when not on screen. Software
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