How to Close Ongoing Apps in Android

1. Press “Home” on your Android phone. If your phone is protected by a lock pattern or PIN code, draw the pattern or enter the code.

2. Press “Menu” to view the phone's expanded home screen and tap “Settings.”

3. Tap “Applications,” and then tap “Manage Applications.” All of the apps downloaded on your Android phone will be displayed.

4. Tap the “Running” tab at the top to view ongoing apps.

5. Tap the app you want to close, and then tap “Force Stop” to close the app.