Changing the name of an app
Changing the name of an app typically involves modifying the relevant metadata and resources within the app's source code. The specific steps to change the app name may vary depending on the platform and development environment you are using. Here are some general guidelines for common platforms:
1. Android (Java/Kotlin):
- Open your Android project in an integrated development environment (IDE) such as Android Studio.
- Locate the `AndroidManifest.xml` file within your project's directory structure.
- Inside the `` tag, find the `android:label` attribute and change its value to the desired new name for your app.
- Rebuild and run your app to see the updated name in the launcher and other UI elements.
2. iOS (Objective-C/Swift):
- Open your iOS project in Xcode.
- Locate the `Info.plist` file within your project's directory structure.
- Look for the `CFBundleDisplayName` key and change its value to the desired new name for your app.
- Additionally, you may need to modify the `CFBundleName` key with the same new name.
- Rebuild and run your app to see the updated name in the home screen and other UI elements.
3. Web Apps:
- For web apps, the name displayed to users is typically controlled by the browser or the website's title tag.
- To change the name displayed in the browser tab, you can modify the `` tag within the `` section of your HTML file.
- Additionally, if you want to change the name displayed when users save your web app to their home screen or bookmarks, you can use the `apple-mobile-web-app-title` meta tag for iOS Safari or the `application-name` meta tag for other browsers.
Remember to rebuild and reinstall your app on the respective platform after making the changes. Additionally, changing the app name may require updating other branding elements such as icons, descriptions, and references within your app and its associated stores or marketplaces.
It's important to note that if you have already published your app, changing its name may have implications for existing users and searchability, so consider the potential impacts before making any modifications.
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