Article: Since the Home screen comprises multiple pages, you may have to swipe left or right to find the widget(s) you want.   Doing this will drop the widget into the "Remove" section, effectively removing it from your Home screen. You can repeat this process for any widget on your Home screen.
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Unlock your Android. Locate the widget you wish to remove. Tap and hold the offending widget. Drag the widget to the "Remove" section. Remove your finger.