How to close an app on my Apple iPhone X

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If an app becomes unresponsive, you can force it to close. Youʼll also save some battery power by closing apps that you arenʼt using.
1. Swipe up and hold.
2. Swipe right to the desired app.
3. Touch and hold the desired app until the — icon appears. Touch the — icon.
4. The app has been closed.
5. Touch the background to return to the home screen.