Cloud symbol next to apps What does the cloud symbol next to an apps name mean? I’m assuming when you tap it it uploads data to iCloud but I’m not sure and I’m also wondering if there is a way to make these apps do whatever it is that they need to automatically. Below is an image of the symbol and what happens when I tap the apps.
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These are offloaded apps, new for iOS 11.  A cloud next to an icon means you enabled offloaded apps and this app was deleted, but the data was saved and you can re-download the app by tapping on it.  When you tap the app, it begins to redownload to your device, as you've seen.

To change this behaviour, go to Settings -&gt; iTunes &amp; App Store and change the switch for Offload unused apps.