Smartphone Hacks and Tips for Enhanced Usability

General Hacks:

  • Enable the Assistive Touch option: Enable this feature for quick access to the Home button, Volume controls or Screenshots.
  • Organise your home screen: Arrange your apps and widgets to your own preferences with folders for organisation.
  • Dark mode: Dark mode will help ease strain on your eyes as well as save a good amount of battery.
  • Use gestures: Use gestures including swiping, pinching, and tapping to grab the interest of your phone quickly.
  • Automate: Automation apps can also be helpful in setting up routines and triggers to automate repetitive tasks like turning on Wi-Fi as you get home.

Productivity Hacks:

  • To-Do list apps: These applications allow you to organize and set reminders for certain tasks.
  • Block distraction apps: Either install apps that block distracting apps while working or studying.
  • Focus mode: This setting minimizes notifications and distractions while you tackle on your important tasks.
  • Multitasking Use split-screen: This allows you to work on two apps at once by splitting the screen.
  • Create custom shortcuts for actions: Shortcuts could be created for frequently performed actions like composing certain texts or starting apps.

Camera Hacks:

  • Take pictures without using the shutter button: You can use the volume up/down keys instead of tapping that shutter button on the screen.
  • Enable gridlines: Make sure to enable the grid line in the setting of your camera so that you can balance out your shots when composing one.
  • Use the panorama setting: Panorama is particularly handy when you want to do a wide-angle shot.
  • Adjust the exposure and focus manually: Keeping the exposure and focus of your photo simply so that you are creative with them.
  • Use a third-party camera app: Try exploring some third-party apps that offer some specific features and editing capabilities.

Tricks for battery-saving include:

  • Activate battery-saving options: Switch your phone into battery saving mode when you need more battery life.
  • Lower the brightness: Dimming the brightness will aid in conserving battery power.
  • Close background-running applications: Close any application not active on your screen, as they may be consuming battery.
  • Install power-friendly applications: Use apps that have energy-efficient features.
  • Carry a portable charger with you: Carry a portable charger with you so you can charge your phone when on the go.

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