iOS 15: App Store Hides Screenshots of Installed Apps in Search Results to Improve Discoverability

[MacRumors]

Apple on Monday previewed iOS 15 as the next major update to iOS, and already, despite the new software being in the hands of developers for just a few days, a plethora of hidden features continue to be discovered. One new hidden tweak is a change in behavior in the App Store, where now screenshots for already installed apps are hidden in App Store search results.

The new change, spotted on Twitter, will make it easier for users to discover new or currently uninstalled apps on their device. Previously, all apps would display their screenshots inline within the App Store search page. On iOS 15, that's been changed only to show the app name, icon, and "Open" button for installed apps. As a result, apps that were previously only seen by scrolling are now visible right away due to the new compact format.

iOS 15 includes several noteworthy features, including completely redesigned notifications, a new Focus mode, improvements to Maps, significant new FaceTime features, and more. Learn more about everything new in iOS 15 using our guide.

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[martyjmclean]

This is neat, one of those didn't-know-I-wanted-until-it-existed features!

 

[svish]

Interesting for sure!

 

[iDento]

Subtle, but useful changes all over the place with iOS 15. The OS is very polished now.

 

[Khedron]

Why are already installed apps even included in the first place? Or at least buried below some number of not installed apps.

 

[HeinoM]

Why are already installed apps even included in the first place? Or at least buried below some number of not installed apps.

Why are already installed apps even included in the first place? Or at least buried below some number of not installed apps.

I know that I sometimes forget I that have certain apps installed. So when I search the App Store for an app that can do xyz, it’s helpful to be reminded that , “oh yeah! I already have that!”

 

[_Spinn_]

Apple really seems to be focusing on quality of life improvements. I like it.

 

[Khedron]

I know that I sometimes forget I that have certain apps installed. So when I search the App Store for an app that can do xyz, it’s helpful to be reminded that , “oh yeah! I already have that!”

Screenshot of the App Store search or it never happened

 

[farewelwilliams]

Why are already installed apps even included in the first place? Or at least buried below some number of not installed apps.

when you want to go to the page to see update logs (and if you want to manually update that app without updating all other apps).

 

[curosfrog]

This is neat, one of those didn't-know-I-wanted-until-it-existed features!

still don't need it

 

[GlassFingers]

What if you want to find the developer of an app you love and see what other apps they have built lately? Kinda sucks! Can’t be done if you can’t see your installed apps in the App Store. Plus you can’t view the privacy nutrition label… 🤷🏻‍♂️

 

[Apple_Robert]

This is another long overdue feature. Glad it finally made an appearance.

 

[martyjmclean]

still don't need it

Ok. When did I say it was a 'need'?

What if you want to find the developer of an app you love and see what other apps they have built lately? Kinda sucks! Can’t be done if you can’t see your installed apps in the App Store. Plus you can’t view the privacy nutrition label… 🤷🏻‍♂️

The Developer's page, Purchased page, and Privacy Nutrition labels are all there unchanged. Try reading the article.