If your Roku TV or Roku Streaming Stick is running out of memory, you can delete the apps that aren’t used frequently. There might be times when you haven’t used specific apps in a while and no longer intend to. In such a scenario, you can initiate to delete channels on Roku with or without using the remote controller. Once the Roku channels are deleted, you will find some storage space.
To get a clear idea, follow the below methods and uninstall the unused apps without breaking a sweat.
How to Delete Channels on Roku
The following headings will help remove any channels you have added to your Roku streaming device or Roku TV.
From Home Screen
- After booting up your Roku, navigate to the Home screen.
- Pick out Streaming Channels from the home menu.
- Choose Featured and highlight the channel you want to remove.
- Hit the OK button on your remote and select Remove channel.
- Enter your Roku PIN to delete the channel on your Roku.
Through Channel Grid
- Access your Roku’s Home screen and open the Channels section.
- Look for the channel you want to uninstall and highlight it.
- Shove the Asterisk (*) button on your remote and click on Remove channel from the pop-up.
- Finally, you can click Remove on the confirmation screen to uninstall the app.
Using the Roku App
We all might misplace our remote controller at crucial times. If you’ve done the same, here’s the alternative approach to deleting using the Roku remote app.
- First, you have to install the Roku App on your iPhone or Android.
- Once you’ve installed the app, launch it and sign in to the same Roku account you use on your Roku device.
- Then, connect your smartphone and Roku device to the same WIFI network and tap on the Devices tab.
- Go to Home and search for the channel.
- Select the channel for deletion and tap Remove Channel.
Can I Delete Default Apps from Roku?
Yes. A basic Roku device comes with a set of pre-installed apps to get you started. However, if you don’t like them or conserve space, you can delete some of the default apps on your Roku. However, there is a catch. Due to the functionality purpose and other restrictions, Roku will only allow you to delete a few default apps and not all of them.
Upon understanding the review, choose any of the methods to delete the channels/apps on your device. Deleting a channel will delete the entire app and clear Roku’s cache files. I hope this session helps you remove unwanted apps on your Roku device.
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