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Google Pixel 3 / 3 XL - Disable / Enable App

2026-10-15 06:03:56.528

Google Pixel 3 / 3 XL - Disable / Enable App

Some pre-installed apps on your Pixel 3 are mainstays that can’t be removed. Disabling an app can prevent it from running, while enabling it can return functionality.
  1. Open the
    Settings app
    Settings icon.
  2. Tap
    Apps
    .
  3. Tap
    See all 'xx' apps
    .
  4. Perform one of the following:
    • Disable Apps
      Disabling an app may cause related apps to function improperly.
      1. Tap the preferred app.
      2. Tap
        Disable
        then tap
        Disable App
        .
        If the Disable option isn't available, tap
        Force stop
        then tap
        OK
        .
    • Enable Apps
      1. Tap
        All apps
        then tap
        Disabled apps
        .
      2. Tap the appropriate app then tap
        Enable
        .