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App-endicitis
[ap-en-di-sahy-tis]
What Is App-endicitis?
App-endicitis is the overwhelming feeling of having too many unused or unnecessary apps on your device, causing digital clutter and mental strain.
Word Origins:
Combines "app" (application software) with "appendicitis" (inflammation of the appendix), cleverly comparing the pain of a swollen appendix to the discomfort of app overload. The term emerged around 2015 as smartphone storage became increasingly crowded with unused applications.
Signs of App-endicitis
- Multiple screens of unused apps
- Difficulty finding important apps
- Phone storage constantly full
- Feeling overwhelmed when looking at your home screen
- Keeping apps "just in case" despite never using them
Treatment and Prevention
- Regular app audits (monthly or quarterly)
- Using folders to organize essential apps
- Immediate deletion of apps after their intended use
- Setting a personal limit for apps per category
- Following the "one in, one out" rule when downloading new apps
Related Terms
- Digital Declutter: Systematically reducing digital clutter and distractions
- Digital Hoarding: Excessive collecting and difficulty deleting digital content
- Digital Minimalism: Philosophy of using only essential digital tools