How to Create the Perfect Minimalist Phone Setup

Transform your iPhone into a distraction-free tool with this step-by-step minimalist phone setup guide. Used by 230,000+ people.

1

Start with a clean slate

Remove all apps from your home screen. Move everything to the App Library.

2

Choose your essentials

Add back only the 5-10 apps you use daily for productive purposes: phone, messages, calendar, maps, and tools.

3

Install Minimalist Launcher

Download Minimalist Launcher for a beautiful, text-based home screen that keeps only your essentials visible.

4

Choose a minimal wallpaper

Use a solid color or subtle gradient. Avoid photos that create visual noise.

5

Disable notification badges

Red notification badges create urgency and anxiety. Turn them off for non-essential apps.

6

Use Focus modes

Set up iOS Focus modes for work, sleep, and personal time with different app allowances.

The easiest step? Download Minimalist Launcher.

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