The process of restoring functionality to applications that have been intentionally deactivated on an Android device is a relatively straightforward procedure. These applications, though installed on the system, are rendered inactive, preventing them from launching or running in the background. As an example, if a user disables the Google Play Store application, it will no longer appear in the app drawer and cannot be used to download new applications until it is re-enabled.
Reactivating such applications is important because it allows users to regain access to features and functionality previously restricted. This capability can be beneficial for managing device resources, temporarily restricting usage of certain applications, or troubleshooting application-related issues. Previously, older versions of Android required more technical knowledge to achieve similar results, sometimes involving third-party tools. Modern Android operating systems offer simplified procedures directly within the device settings.