Digital Spring Cleaning
Have you ever taken a look at your phone screen or desktop and gasp in horror at how many applications or files you have? Half of them are even apps or files you don’t even use!
Screens have become an integral part of our lives. A majority of our time is spent staring at screens. We use it to keep in touch with our friends or family, do a quick Google search, or relieve our boredom.
A screen full of clutter isn’t just an eyesore. It’s also bound to slow your device’s performance and distract you. Just like how your spaces need to be decluttered and tidied up, your phone also needs the same thing.
Here are a few things you can do to declutter your screens and desktops.
Unsubscribe to Newsletters You Don’t Even Read!
We know the first one isn’t strictly related to your screen, but you have to admit that receiving endless numbers of newsletters you don’t even read is pretty annoying.
Take some time to declutter your inbox and choose which newsletters you want to stay subscribed to and which ones you want to unsubscribe from.
Simplify Your Screen
Look through your apps and files. If there are some apps you haven’t used in the last six months, then it’s time to bid them goodbye. There might be a note-taking app that you haven’t used or a file-sharing app that has been outdated.
Sometimes, we tend to forget what we install or download. It’s essential to keep track of what we have on our devices and get rid of any used programs anymore. This will clear up some memory and space for other things and boost your device’s performance.
Turn Off Notifications
How many notifications do you receive in a day? We bet it’s so much that you check your phone every hour. We do too, and it’s pretty distracting.
We’re not telling you to turn off all of your notifications, but you could turn off some notifications from apps that aren’t crucial, such as games, social media platforms, or news apps.
The Takeaway
A cleaner screen is a great way to recalibrate ourselves and work more efficiently. As much as you don’t want to admit it, too much clutter can be distracting.
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