Apps missing or duplicated in the app drawer

Why do some apps not appear, or appear twice, in the app drawer?

This usually depends on app visibility rules or on how Android exposes app variants.

Common causes:

• Hidden apps: the app may be manually hidden.

• Category/filter settings: a category filter may hide part of your app list.

• Work profile apps: work and personal instances can appear as separate apps.

• Cloned apps / Dual apps: some manufacturers duplicate apps by design.

Quick checks:

1. Verify that the app is not hidden.

2. Reset or review app drawer filters/categories.

3. If you use a work profile, check whether both personal and work apps are enabled.

4. If your device supports dual apps, check that feature in system settings.

5. Reboot the device and let Smart Launcher reindex the app list.

If duplicates persist only for specific brands, see:

Device specific issues