Apple IOS App icon title: maximum length?

Question

I was just wondering if there\'s a limit (in characters) for the iOS Apple app icon title (i.e. display name). I want to avoid those ugly dots in the middle (Ex.\"Long..pple

Answer 1

1. Identify a name you wish to use for your app or web clip
2. Open Safari on the iOS device
3. Go to any web page
4. Tap the "Share" button (box with arrow pointing up)
5. Tap "Add to Home Screen" in the lower row of actions
6. Enter the intended name (copy/paste from notes is my favorite approach)
7. tap "Add" you will be taken back to the SpringBoard (aka home screen) and you will see the name fits or gets ellipsed. If it gets eclipsed, GoTo Step 1. If no ellipses, Return