Clearing the cache files: This is a very common reason cited by many users. They can even disrupt the icon files leading to showing duplicate ones. To fix it, Go to Settings, click on manage Apps and search the app that is causing the most trouble. … There click on Clear Cache so that all the data gets removed.

Why is my phone duplicating Apps?

Update/Reinstall App

If you are noticing duplicate icons for a single app repeatedly, its possible that the error stems from the app itself, rather than somewhere else. At this point, you should update the app (if there is one), and check if that resolves the duplicate icon error in Android.

How do I get two of the same Apps on Android?

Run Multiple Copies of an App on Android

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Scroll down, tap Utilities, and tap Parallel Apps.
3. You’ll see a list of apps that you can make copies of—not every app is supported.
4. Find the app you want to clone, and turn its toggle to the On position.