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Smartphones have radically transformed the way we live and interact with the world. From booking travel and managing personal finances to video chatting with friends and surfing the internet, these handheld devices provide a gateway to a wide range of utilities and online platforms. Yet, most smartphone users only scratch the surface when it comes to leverging their devices’ full potential. As these devices continue to evolve, so too do their functionalities. This article aims to optimize and simplify your smartphone experience with 50 useful shortcuts.
- Haptic Touch (iPhone)
An innovative way to streamline operations on iPhones is through haptic touch. It’s a simple but potent feature that allows you quick access to multiple actions or contents by holding an app icon for a few seconds. For example, by applying a light, long press on the ‘Camera’ app, you will be presented with options to ‘Take Selfie,’ ‘Record Video,’ ‘Take Portrait,’ or ‘Take Photo,’ thus bypassing the commodity of launching the app and manually selecting these options.
- Swipe away single notifications (Android)
Untidied smartphone notifications can be a nuisance. Fortunately, Android devices allow you to swipe them away one after the other. Simply swipe them to the right to dismiss them. It’s a quick and effective way to keep your notification bar orderly and your smartphone experience clutter-free.
- Forced Restart (iPhone)
In the unlikely event that your iPhone starts to hang or becomes unresponsive, a ‘forced restart’ can be performed. This process essentially reboots your device. For iPhone 8 and later models, quickly press and release the Volume Up button, then the Volume Down button, followed by a long press on the Side Button until you see the Apple logo.
- One-Handed Keyboard (iPhone & Android)
Typing with one hand can often become a hassle, particularly on larger devices. However, both Android and iOS offer one-handed keyboard modes. On iPhone, press and hold the globe or emoji button on the bottom keyboard row; select the left or right-handed keyboard symbol. On Android, tap on ‘Languages & input’ in your settings, followed by ‘Virtual Keyboard,’ ‘Gboard,’ and ‘Preferences.’ Scroll down until you see ‘One-handed mode.’
- Control Center Customization (iPhone)
The Control Center on iPhones grants quick access to a variety of shortcuts and tools. It’s also customizable according to your frequent uses. To add or remove tools in the Control Center, go to ‘Settings,’ ‘Control Center,’ and then ‘Customize Controls.’ Press the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ buttons to add or remove tools respectively.
- Turn on Flashlight with a Chant (Android)
Android smartphones allow the integration of Google Assistant for voice commands, enabling you to use applications without touching your device. So, in a power outage or in dark situations, just say “OK Google, turn on flashlight” to get some light.
Useful shortcuts like these not only make smartphone operation more convenient, but make your life easier. By familiarizing yourself with the shortcuts and features available on your device, you can transform regular smartphone use into a whole new experience.
Remember, these are only a few of the handy features available. Dive into your phone’s settings and you may just stumble upon a feature you never knew existed but can’t do without.
Please note that these shortcuts can vary somewhat with different smartphone models and updated operating systems, but most should generally be available in your device.
Stay tuned as we continue to explore more smartphone shortcuts and features that will revolutionize your smartphone experience and ultimately, make your life easier.
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