How do I get the little red number on my app icon?

Answered by Stephen Mosley

To get the little red number, also known as a badge, on your app icon, you can make some changes in your notification settings. This feature is available on both the notification panel and in the settings menu of your device.

First, let’s start with the notification panel. To access this, you usually have to swipe down from the top of your screen. Once you’re in the notification panel, look for the settings icon, which is often represented by a gear or cog symbol. Tap on this icon to open the settings menu.

In the settings menu, you’ll find various options and categories. Look for the “Notifications” section, which is where you can manage your app notifications. Tap on this section to open the notification settings.

Within the notification settings, you may find different options based on your device and operating system. Look for an option that mentions “App icon badges” or something similar. This is the setting that controls the display of the badge on your app icon.

Once you’ve located the “App icon badges” setting, tap on it to open the options. Here, you should see different choices for displaying the badge. Look for an option that says “Show with number” or something similar. This means that the badge will show a number indicating the number of unread notifications or messages.

Select the “Show with number” option, and you should start seeing the little red number appearing on your app icons. This will help you quickly identify the number of unread notifications without having to open each app individually.

If you can’t find the notification settings in the notification panel, you can access them through the device settings. Go back to the main settings menu, and look for the “Notifications” category. Tap on it to open the notification settings.

Again, within the notification settings, search for an option related to “App icon badges” or a similar description. Open this option, and choose the “Show with number” setting. This should enable the little red number on your app icons.

It’s important to note that the exact steps and wording may vary slightly depending on your device and operating system. However, the general process of accessing the notification settings and enabling the badge with a number should be similar.

I hope this detailed explanation helps you get the little red number on your app icon. If you encounter any difficulties or need further assistance, feel free to ask.