How Do I Lock Icons on Android Screen?
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Just as you did with your original launcher, you can drag icons from the app drawer and drop them anywhere on the home screen. Arrange the icons on your home screen in the manner you want them locked. Tap and hold any icon you want to move, then drag it to its desired location.

How do I keep my icons from moving on Android?

In the Settings>Accessibility menu, there should be an option for Touch & Hold Delay. You can set it to a longer interval, meaning the person has to press and hold an icon for longer before it can be moved.

How do I keep apps from moving on my home screen?

How to stop new apps from being added to your home screen on Android Oreo |

  1. Navigate to your Android device’s home screen.
  2. Locate a blank section of the display and long press on it.
  3. Three options will appear. Tap on Home Settings.
  4. Toggle the switch off (so that it’s grayed out) next to Add Icon to Home screen.
Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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