In the framework of this article, the basic methods of how to clear the memory on Android are described. Their strengths and weaknesses are indicated, on the basis of which it is concluded that which method is best used in practice. Unlike Windows applications, which, when closed, are automatically deleted from the PC’s memory, Android programs do not stop even after closing, and take up some of this precious resource of a computing device. Therefore, without this operation it is difficult to imagine full-fledged work on a smartphone or tablet.
Solutions
There are two main ways to solve the question of how to clear memory on Android. The first of them is to use the tools of the operating system itself, and the second is specialized utilities. The application of each of them will be given later. Among third-party developments, Task Killer and Clean Master will be considered.
Android Tools
The main and most common way to clear memory is to use the tools of the operating system itself. Its main advantage is that there is no need to install additional third-party software. Only now cleaning is superficial. That is, you can stop only those processes that have been started by the user. But if some service works in stealth mode, then nothing will work. Therefore, it is rational for Android to perform such an operation only in cases where it is urgent to clean the device’s memory, and other means are not available. The execution algorithm of this method is as follows:
- Hold down the “Menu” button and hold it until a list of tasks launched by the user appears.
- Those applications that need to be stopped, move the finger to the right or left. After that, they should disappear from this list.
Similarly, you can answer the question of how to clean the computer's RAM using Windows. To do this, go to the "Start", then - in the "Control Panel". In the window that opens, select the “Administration” shortcut and run this utility. In the window that opens, there will be a complete list of services that use RAM. We stop those that we don’t need, transferring them from the "Running" mode to "Stopped".
Task killer
One of the most popular applications for performing this operation (solving the issue of how to clear memory on Android) is the Advanced Task Killer. Among its advantages, it is possible to stop all tasks, including those launched by the operating system itself. There is also a free version of this program. It comes with a Lite index. But there is also a paid modification with the designation Pro. Among its minuses is the fact that you need to manually set the checkboxes in front of those tasks that should be removed from RAM. The procedure for using this utility is as follows:
- We connect a smartphone or tablet to the Internet using Wi-Fi or 3G.
- We are registered in the Play Market system (if you do not already have such an account).
- In the green search bar (located at the top of the screen), enter the Task Killer search query and click "find."
- In the list that appears, we find Advanced Task Killer (opposite it should be the Android logo with a red cross in the center).
- Download it and install. After that you need to close all the windows.
- Go to the application menu, find this utility and run it.
- In the window that opens, there will be a list of all possible tasks on this device. Instead of those that need to be removed from memory, check the box and click "clear".
Another plus of this utility is the ability to select those services that will be deleted from such a resource of a computing device as RAM. “Android” will begin to work more smoothly, and it will be possible to launch other applications.
Clean master
Another program of this class is Clean Master. The installation procedure is the same as that of Task Killer. Therefore, it makes no sense to focus attention. But after installation, the procedure is as follows:
- We go into the application and find the shortcut "Accelerator" (it shows a broom in a blue circle).
- We click on it and run this utility. At the same time, circles will begin to move around him.
- At the end, a message appears on the left about the number of megabytes freed. After that, this operation will be completed.
An indisputable plus of this program is a minimal participation in the user cleaning process. Minus - there is no way to selectively stop the service or application. In addition, Clean Master allows you to clear the system memory on Android. The procedure for performing this operation is similar to the previous one, only with the difference that you need to find the Clean Master icon instead of the Accelerator label (it shows a broom in a white circle). After its launch, go to the "Protection and personal data" field. After its opening, the most rational methods for cleaning the system memory of a smartphone or tablet will be offered.
Recommendations
In the framework of this article, various ways of how to clear memory on an “Android” have been described. The first of them is the most rational to use in cases where the memory is full, but such a utility is not at hand. The most advanced tool for solving this problem is Task Killer. It allows you to delete exactly those services and tasks that you need. This utility is best suited for advanced users. But for most owners of smartphones and tablets, it would be better to turn their attention to Clean Master. Minimal user participation - and all unnecessary programs and applications will be stopped. In addition, it can also be used to clear system memory.