About pre-loaded apps

To find an app:

  1. swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch Search apps.
  2. Type the app's name, then touch its icon to open it.

    Tip: if it's not on your phone, touch Search for more apps to get it from Play Store.

Apps that came with your phone

The following apps are pre-loaded on your phone.

Don't want some of them? Delete or disable them. Need other apps? You can download free and paid apps.

CalculatorMake some quick calculations.
CalendarKeep track of your upcoming events, get automatic reminders on your phone and co-ordinate with others by sharing calendars.
CameraCapture photos or videos.
ChromeBrowse the web. Access your browser bookmarks from any device, and sync tabs with your computer or Android devices.
ClockSet alarms. Use a timer or stopwatch.
ContactsOrganise and connect with your contacts. Assign ringtones to people.
DocsCreate, edit and collaborate with others on documents.
DriveStore and synchronise your files on Google's cloud, then access them anywhere you have an Internet connection. Create and share spreadsheets, documents and presentations. Scan documents and share or print them.
FilesBrowse and manage files and folders stored on your device or SD card.
FM RadioListen to FM radio stations.
GmailCompose, send, view or search your email from your phone or computer.
GoogleSearch the web, see your updates, and adjust Google settings, including privacy.
Google TVGet films and TV programmes for instant viewing from Play Store. (Not available in all countries.)
MapsFind your destination, explore locations.
MeetVideo call with your friends via Android and iOS.
MessagesSend and receive text messages.
MotoSelect available gestures for phone shortcuts and control notifications.
PhoneMake calls.
PhotosManage photos and upload them automatically to your private album.
Play MusicStream your favorite albums, singles, and live performances and get recommendations for new music.
Play StoreGet apps for your phone, as well as books, magazines, music and films and access them from your computer or any Android device.
SettingsCustomise your phone settings.
SheetsCreate, edit and collaborate with others on spreadsheets.
SlidesCreate, edit and collaborate with others, and play presentations.
WallpapersChange your wallpaper, get new ones or automatically show a new one every day.
YouTubeFind, view and upload videos to the web.

Get help using an app

To search this help, touch at the top of this page, and type keywords (like ‘add contact’).

If you don't see what you're looking for, check for app-specific help:

  1. Open the app.
  2. Touch or .
  3. Look for Help or Settings > Help.