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Multiple Apps Close When Switching

(Topic created: 04-01-2026 10:35 PM)
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Ghost2me
Constellation
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Galaxy S25

When I’m trying to multitask between apps, I’ve noticed loads of them just close instead of staying open. I end up having to go back to the home screen and search for the app again every time, which is doing my head in.
I’ve even tested it by closing everything and just opening one app, but as soon as I flick up/switch, the app closes and I get a message saying “no apps used recently.”
This is happening across loads of apps, for example:
ChatGPT
Gemini
YouTube
Amazon
Banking apps
Gmail
Photos
Claude
Deliveroo
So it’s not just one app.
This was happening on my old S23 FE, and I thought upgrading to the S25 would fix it… but the exact same issue is still happening.
I’m fully up to date, and I’ve already checked all the usual stuff:
RAM / memory
Battery optimisation
Navigation bar / gestures
Background limits
Pretty much everything I can think of — I’ve tried it.
I’d upload a video but for some reason the forum won’t let me.
Has anyone else had this or knows what’s causing it? I’m completely stuck at this point.

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LongHiker
Galactic Samsung Care Ambassador
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Galaxy S25

@Ghost2me To see if this is caused by a 3rd party app, boot into safe mode. While in safe mode run a test with a couple of Samsung apps. If operation is normal, you know that the issue is caused by some 3rd party app which you have installed. 

To boot in safe mode, https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00062983/ 

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LongHiker
Galactic Samsung Care Ambassador
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Galaxy S25

@Ghost2me Another thought... do you have Developer settings enabled on your phone? Do you have the option "Don't keep activities" enabled? 

GregglesTV
Cosmic Ray
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Galaxy S25
@Ghost2me trying doing all app updates in Google Play store, Galaxy store and also restart your phone.
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