As you know, in computer and mobile operating systems, quite a lot of programs run in the background. In other words, the program background consumes system resources in the same way as console applications, but is not visible to the user. Now we will consider several cases of using this mode for Windows and the most popular mobile OS.

What is background mode and what is it for?

So, it is already clear that the user does not see the program itself running in the background. The state of its activity can be determined in two ways. In general, for this in Windows systems, the standard “Task Manager” is used, in which all running processes are displayed on different tabs, including active applications in the background. In a more specific case, if we are talking about user programs ah, they can be found minimized in the system tray.

However, not every program can minimize itself so that its console window is not displayed at all. The same “Task Scheduler” or setting it to autorun at the moment Windows start do not give the desired effect. The application window opens in any case. WITH mobile devices the situation is simpler, although in most cases, as for Windows, we are talking about system services and processes. However, you can enable background mode for user programs in any of these systems.

How to run a program in the background on Windows 10

Unfortunately, the possibility of such a launch for desktop PCs and laptops appeared only in the tenth Windows versions. We will consider it.

Background mode for user programs is enabled in two stages, one of which is optional (why will be explained later). The first step is to go to the settings section, which is called up from the Start menu, and then go to the privacy settings.

At the bottom left there is a row of background programs, and on the right is a list of the most frequently used applications. Opposite each program there is a special slider. By selecting the right application, you just need to turn on the background mode by setting the switch to the appropriate position. After granting permission to run in the background, the program will be minimized to tray when launched, and you will have to use this panel to maximize the window or close the application.

In order to enable the application to launch at system startup, the main executable file of the program should be included in the startup list either in the Task Manager or in the configuration settings called by the msconfig command in the Run console (Win + R). After this, both autostart and background mode will be activated. Just don’t forget about the running application, because the consumption of system resources may increase unjustifiably. And you can add your program only using special utilities or place the program shortcut in the startup folder manually.

How to enable background mode for apps on iPhone?

Now a few words about “apple” mobile gadgets. You can also enable background mode in them. Let's take the iPhone as an example (although by and large it doesn't matter which device will be used).

First you need to download a small free utility called Backgrounder (you can do this on your computer through the Sydia service, since this application is not available in the “native” storage). Next, you should download the installer to your device via iTunes and install the program. It is advisable to create the desired directory manually, copy the installation file into it and install the application there.

Please note: after installation, the application icon will not be created in the list of applets, so it makes no sense to look for it among the installed programs. Besides, in file manager It is strictly forbidden to delete or move the installation folder, since after this the application will not be recognized by the system.

As for turning on the background mode, everything is simple. When starting a program, when it is completely open, you need to press the Home button and hold it for about 3 seconds. After this, a message about activating the Backgrounder utility will appear and the application will be minimized. Recovery initial state The program again uses the same button with a hold, but after this a message appears about deactivating the utility, which will be followed by the application exiting the background mode.

Using background work for Google Play

In Android systems, the background mode is usually used not only for system or built-in services, but also for the service Google Play.

If suddenly for some reason the user receives a notification that background data sharing is disabled, you need to use the settings where the menu is selected wireless networks. Here we use the data transfer line and click on the icon with three dashes, after which in the new menu we activate auto-sync and the background data line.

The path may differ on some devices. Sometimes you will need to use the battery settings and delivery section, where the background mode is located. In Android 5.0 and above, you need to use the background data permission.

Instead of a total

That's it for using background mode. How appropriate this is for Windows is up to everyone to decide for themselves. However for mobile devices, in particular for Apple devices, activating the background mode is truly a godsend, because you can run several applications at the same time and minimize them all when you launch other programs.

You don’t see background applications or processes in Android - they work hidden.

Then the question arises: why do they do it at all - close everything, period. Wait, finish reading the entry.

It is not possible to disable all background processes - many are needed for the functioning of the Android system itself.

Android does not have own function shutdowns (some applications on Android starting from 5.1 and higher can be disabled).

Here I want to offer a program for closing background processes and applications in Android - Servicely.

Program for closing background applications on Android Servicely

Disabling applications has a positive effect on operating speed and saves battery power.

This is done well by task killer programs, of which there are now many, but they have the only drawback auto mode, which for many may, however, be insignificant.

There are also cleaners like Cleaner or Clean, but if you close them, it won’t last long, but Servicely disables background processes via specified time.

After launch, click “Add a new app to the hit-list”, then specify the background services that you want to close. In the bottom right corner you will see a check mark, click on it.

Also, check the box next to “Start on boot”, then the program will start at startup.

The last step is to set the time after which background processes should be closed.

Pros and cons of disabling background applications and processes on Android

You must understand that the Android system is advanced and can handle background applications on its own.

It can automatically shut down services when it needs more RAM.

Android is also able to close processes that have been idle for a long time.

If you forcefully close a process that is unknown to you, then one day you may not wake up at the specified time in the alarm clock, since it will not start and will not be able to wake you up.

So before you mindlessly kill processes running in the background, find out what they are monitoring.

To sum it up. It is not senseless to indiscriminately kill active processes and applications that abuse the hospitality of smartphones and tablets.

You should have a motto: when I disable applications and services, I do it with my head! Good luck.

What to do if your phone or tablet on the Android platform slows down, freezes, or becomes slower? In order to fundamentally solve the problem, you need to understand “where the legs come from.”

We must take into account multitasking Android works. All running applications that you run on your device begin to close when there is insufficient RAM. In low-power devices, it is at this moment that freezes begin. If you have an old or low-power smartphone, the way out of the situation is to set it up to limit the number of running applications.

Android background process limit.

Limiting background processes in your Android allows you to:

• limit the number of running programs that are known to drain your smartphone or tablet
• and also eliminate freezes on your devices

You need to go to ‹setup menu› and almost at the very bottom there is a menu section "For developers", looking in this section "Background process limit".

Multitasking was invented so that any application that is launched once and launched repeatedly starts faster, because thanks to multitasking, it (the application) is in a minimized state, as a result you do not have to wait a lot of time for subsequent launches. A good example will serve to launch any browser on your computer or laptop. Ask yourself whether it would be faster to launch a minimized browser or reopen it. This is where it becomes clear what multitasking is and what it is used for.

Function " Background process limit» limits these very tasks, or rather the number of running programs. With its help you can:

• or disable background mode altogether
• or impose restrictions on the number of running applications

Setup.

Let's look in more detail at how to limit the number of programs that can be launched on your smartphone or tablet. Go to the settings of your device → further → “For developers”, look for the application item at the very bottom and there is a sub-item → “Background process limit” in it and select the setting configuration you need.

This setting will be especially convenient for devices that have little RAM.

All freezes that are associated with applications that use the Internet often freeze due to a poor network connection and have nothing to do with the device itself. Inflated ping (slow response to action), which occurs due to the fault of providers, creates a lot of problems. These problems cause freezing of any device or its built-in functions that use the Internet. The reason here is in the provider.

Tips for optimizing your Android tablet or smartphone.

If you have a weak tablet, it is better to limit the use of videos or live wallpapers, as they are very loading GPU And RAM. It may not be so beautiful to use a regular picture on your desktop, but it will help get rid of freezing and rapid battery drain.

Setting a background application limit will keep your RAM free. Try to keep on your gadget those applications that you really need, unnecessary applications It's better to remove it.

Services you don't use can always be stopped. This will improve the performance of your device.

Keep track of your memory ssd drive, because your huge libraries of photos, videos or backup copies files can fill up the entire memory of your device. In some cases, this is the reason why devices freeze.

If the android is frozen.

Sometimes, a “conflict” of some application or program can cause critical error and mobile platform failure. Because of this, the phone or tablet freezes tightly, and sometimes the shutdown button doesn’t even work. In such a situation, you need to remove the battery and insert it back. If the dead freezes do not stop, resetting the settings to factory settings will help.

Probably many people know and from time to time free up RAM by disabling applications running in the background.

Of course, not everyone knows this, so I’ll show them how to do it easily, quickly and why.

If you went to Facebook, YouTube or played a game and then just went to the home screen, not everyone knows that these applications will not be disabled.

They will work in the background and slow down operating system android.

If you completely disable the applications involved, this will definitely improve the performance of your phone (smartphone) or tablet, especially in the case of devices with 512 or 1 GB of RAM.

In Android, you have to disable them manually or using a program that quickly does the job automatically.

I will show you 2 methods that you can use in the future, and choose your favorite yourself.

Disable background applications in Android using a button

Most phones have two or three buttons below the display screen (some even four).

If you hold down the Home button for 2 seconds, application programs running in the background and you can turn them off.

Depending on the model, smartphone or tablet, you can turn off everything at once by pulling the screen or one at a time, one at a time.

NOTE: On some phones or tablets, this feature may be replaced by another feature - enable popular applications.

Disable background applications in Android task manager

Enter the store Google applications Play and install the Task Manager program.

A widget will be installed with it, but you can configure the program itself so that it frees up memory automatically when the screen is turned off (pic above).

This program is called as in Windows system, but they function slightly differently, although the purpose is the same - to force the closure of processes.

The widget can be displayed on the home screen, although correct setting"task manager", applications running in the background will be turned off automatically, which will undoubtedly refresh your smartphone or tablet. Good luck.

Many users of the proprietary MIUI shell complain about incorrect operation applications, which is often associated with the lack of automatic updates and the impossibility of synchronization. In order to get rid of all these problems, you need to properly configure the background operation of the necessary applications.

Xiaomi takes a very smart approach to security issues, so the operation of all background applications is limited by default. The user must independently grant the necessary permissions to installed programs. At first this process is scary and repulsive, but what can you do?! The security of personal information should come first.

The whole setup comes down to performing two actions: assign required application autorun and allow it to run in the background. Very important point, it is necessary to perform both actions, otherwise the desired effect will not occur.

Autorun applications

So, find it on the desktop and launch the Security program. In it, click the lower right button Permissions and select the section (Autostart). In this section, you need to mark the application that will launch after loading the OS. The first step is to select those programs that update data by time interval or perform synchronization. It can be different email clients, instant messengers, cloud and weather services and much more. But remember, the more applications you check, the slower the smartphone will start after a reboot. Choose only what is necessary and without fanaticism.

Once you've made your selection, the marked apps appear at the top of the screen.

Now after a reboot, the selected applications will automatically launch in the background.

Setting up background processes

However, it is not enough to put the application into autorun; you must additionally allow it to run in the background. Since the Android OS is designed in such a way that unused running programs are unloaded from memory as needed.

You can select three restriction levels: Off, Standard and Advanced. I don’t recommend choosing the first and last points unless necessary. Since this will significantly affect either the duration battery life or programs will completely stop working in the background. For myself, I chose the second option, which allows you to manually set application restrictions.

Select Standard and click Choose apps.

A list will appear installed programs, in which you need to select applications from our autorun.

Click on the application we need and assign it No restrictions. There is also an option to allow the program to detect location in the background.

We can not only allow background work, but also limit it. This may be necessary in cases where the application is very active in the background.

Do not forget that each autostart of the application and its further background work will ultimately affect the battery life. You should set a priority for yourself: to receive a message on time or not to be left without communication at the end of the day. Therefore, all actions must be performed thoughtfully, weighing the pros and cons.

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