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This wikiHow will teach you how to uninstall updates on Google Play services. However, doing this may cause your Android to malfunction.

  1. You can swipe down from the top of your screen to find the gear icon in the Quick Settings panel or you can find the gear app icon on one of your Home screens, by searching, or in the app drawer.
  2. This might also say "Apps & notifications" depending on your phone's manufacturer.
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  3. You'll find it in the "G" section of the alphabetical list of applications on your phone.
  4. It's in the top right corner of your screen.
  5. Tap Ok to confirm your action and uninstall the updates to Google Play services.
    • If you're having issues uninstalling updates, you may need to disable "Android Device Manager" in Settings > Security > Device Administrators first. [1]
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      1. Open Settings .
      2. Tap Apps .
      3. Tap Google Play services .
      4. Tap the three-dot menu icon.
      5. Tap Uninstall updates and OK .

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