Terminating an application process directly halts its execution. This action closes the app completely, preventing it from running in the background and consuming system resources. A typical scenario where this is useful involves a misbehaving application that is frozen, unresponsive, or excessively draining the device’s battery.
The ability to decisively end an application’s process provides immediate relief from performance issues and can improve device responsiveness. Historically, such direct control over applications was less common, requiring more technical knowledge. Modern Android systems offer a user-friendly interface to manage application processes, empowering users to optimize their device’s performance efficiently.