Questions tagged [settings]
Questions related to Android Mobile Settings and Configuration.
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Android browser's about:debug, what do those settings do?
I have just found this hidden setting:
Open Stock browser (Not Chrome on ICS. about:debug doesn't work in Chrome. Use remote debugging instead.)
In the address bar, type about:debug, nothing should ...
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How do I change the name of my Android device?
My Android device is the Nexus One. But this should apply to all current Android devices.
How do I change the name of my Android device?
When I connect to my wireless router's client tables, my ...
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"Screen overlay detected" dialog?
I have a Nexus 5 phone and ever since I allowed a system update, it won't let me post pictures to Instagram. It keeps talking about turning off a "screen overlay", but then when I try to follow the ...
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Are there any downsides or risks to limiting background processes?
I enabled developer options on my Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos and then changed "Limit background process" option from Standard limit to No background process.
After that my phone is working fine, with ...
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How do I disable the 'click' sound on the camera app?
When I take a picture it makes a 'click' sound. As this is default behavior, I would like to turn it off. Is there a setting to do so; or if I find+delete the sound file, will there be repercussions?
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Where are the developer options in Android 4.2?
I wanted to access the developer options to enable adb access on Android 4.2 but cannot find it.
How can I enable that?
Once I've activated the menu, how can I hide it again?
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Silencing a Whatsapp group
I would like to stop receiving new message notifications from a certain Whatsapp group. Is it possible?
Clarifications:
I don't want to leave the group.
I don't want to turn off all Whatsapp ...
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Android 4.2: How to get the Easter Egg, a new daydream, and Developer options?
How can I get the Easter Egg hidden in Android Jelly Bean?
How could I use that Easter Egg to enable a hidden daydream in Android 4.2?
How can I enable the Developer options, hidden by default in ...
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Where are the developer options in Android 2.3.x?
I have Samsung Galaxy Exhibit 4G SGH-T679 running Android 2.3.6. I do not see the developer tools anywhere in the Settings menu.
Is there something special needed to get it to show up?
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How can I change the data usage cycle for Mobile data?
The mobile data cycle (Settings -> Data usage) looks quite arbitrary. Since I have changed my data plan, now the new cycle should start at the first day of the month instead of the 6th.
How can I ...
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How do I move the clock back to the right in Android Pie?
I have just installed Android Pie and the clock has moved from the right of the status bar to the left. Is there a setting to move it back?
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Activate USB tethering from the command line
I would like to activate USB tethering from within a bash script.
I've found TetherSettings action name from
aapt dump xmltree com.android.settings.apk AndroidManifest.xml | less +/ether
The ...
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How to view the android service menu (secret menu)?
Most of the mobile manufacturers include a hidden service menu in their mobile handsets. These menus allow users (or developers) to access some technical information and service personnel to access ...
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How can I change the user agent for the stock browser?
I am constantly annoyed by websites that force me into the (often terrible) mobile version of the site and provide no way to switch to the full version. I know Dolphin for example allows changing the ...
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Undo Android 4.0 (aka Ice Cream Sandwich) Full Disk Encryption
Just upgraded my Nexus S to Android 4 aka Ice Cream Sandwich. Was looking through all the new features, and decided to enable encryption, which worked (and is working) just fine. Now I'm wondering if ...
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In my Samsung Galaxy S under Settings - Status - Phone number is says 'unknown': Why?
Title says it all ( I think ), if I look under the 'Settings - Status - Phone number' on my Samsung Galaxy S mobile phone, it says 'unknown'.
What does that mean ? Do I have to enter the number some ...
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What does the voice privacy setting do?
In perusing the settings on my EVO today, I noticed that there is an option under call settings named "Voice Privacy". The description beneath the checkbox merely states "Enable enhanced privacy mode":...
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Where are Android settings stored?
I have to set up 50+ plus phones for my company, and I am allowed to root the phones. Each phone needs to have the exact same WIFI SSID's / passwords, account / privacy settings, brightness, input ...
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How do I turn off auto-complete when texting?
Does anyone know how to turn off the auto-complete feature when texting?
Sometimes I just want to text and not have my device try and tell me what I'm thinking. Other times this is OK, but I just ...
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Are there USB settings in CyanogenMod 10? If so, where?
When I shut off USB Debugging in the developer settings I get a USB Mass Storage prompt upon connecting the device to my computer. However, for the life of me I can't find a place to shut off this ...
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Disable Missed Call Notifications
Is there a way to disable missed call notifications? I haven't found it in any settings on the device, but I'm wondering if anyone knows a trick to disable them. Possibly an app that someone knows of?
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Developer options for a second user on Android 4.3
I have a Nexus 7 (2013) edition with Jelly Bean and set up several user accounts. I have enabled developer options on one account (clicking Settings::About tablet::Build number 7 times) and everything ...
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How do I turn off the cellular radio without disabling bluetooth?
I have an old Motorola Droid that is no longer subscribed on any Verizon service. I still use it for things like web browsing, ebooks, and along with some wireless stereo headphones, music. I've ...
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Prefer 5GHz over 2.4Ghz without disabling 2.4Ghz
I have a DualBand WiFi router, and a DualBand WiFi repeater. Both use the same SSID, both have 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands enabled. But my Android devices mostly connect the 2.4GHz band – even if I stand ...
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Where is "Stay Awake" option in Ice Cream Sandwich on the Galaxy S3?
I just upgraded to the Samsung Galaxy S III (Ice Cream Sandwich) from the Motorola Droid Bionic (Gingerbread). On my Bionic, there was a "Stay Awake" check box that made it so my "Screen will never ...
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Hide Developer Options in Android 4.2
I know how to show the developer options menu. How do I hide it again?
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Enable location services via ADB or shell
I have a rooted phone. Is it possible to enable location services (GPS or network location) via ADB or Terminal Emulator?
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How to copy wireless networks list from one android device to another?
I got a very long list of free hotspots and friends/family networks on my phone.
Recently I bought a tablet and I'm trying to find a way to copy the wireless manager list to this new device. Any idea ...
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Possible to turn on Airplane mode with WiFi on only?
I know the definition of Airplane mode is all communications and radio signals are blocked. But is it possible to turn off the "calling/receiving" part of the phone so your phone is not connecting to ...
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How do I change the time zone (which is disabled) in Honeycomb on a Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1?
When I first turned on my Galaxy Tab 10.1, I told it to automatically set the time. Unfortunately now the time zone is set to GMT+00:00 in the Date & time settings, and is disabled (so I can't ...
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Should I use Tasker or Locale?
For general detecting circumstances and triggering actions, what are the advantages/disadvantages of Tasker and Locale? Which one does the best job overall capability for improving the usefulness of ...
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Android 4.4: How to get the Easter Egg and unlock the Dessert Case daydream?
Similar to Android 4.2/4.3 easter eggs, does 4.4 KitKat have similar or other ones?
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How to customize the quick settings drop-down menu in android 4.2?
As of title, is there any way to customize the quick settings grid available in Android 4.2 ? This feature has potential, but in most cases it does not take advantage of the screen size.
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pdf reader which has zoom and width locking? [closed]
I have both Adobe Reader and EZPDF. Are are both lacking. I want to lock the width and zoom and everything once I have a pdf open to my preferred settings. I just want to page up or down when sliding/...
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Why is "Force GPU rendering" disabled by default Developer options?
Why is this feature disabled? When I turn it on, many apps and become snappy and awesome with smooth graphics. Seems like it'd be nice if it was enabled by default.
The linked article in this ...
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How to put a shortcut to a settings submenu on a home screen
Use case: I would like to change the input language for voice input without having to click through "Settings/voice input and output/voice recognition settings/Language" And I have a couple of ...
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Why would I automatically share usage and diagnostics data?
In my Android settings (Version 6) I have the option to activate "to automatically share usage and diagnostics data".
I suppose that this will help certain developpers - and of course Google - by ...
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Open links in corresponding app instead of browser
When I click on a link, it is always opened in a browser, even if I had installed the corresponding app. For example, YouTube, Reddit, etc.
In Settings -> Apps -> Configure apps -> Opening ...
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Increase vibrate strength
The vibrate strength of my Galaxy Nexus is incredibly weak. When I have the phone in my pocket I simply don’t feel the vibrate for incoming calls at all, which defeats its purpose. I’ve missed more ...
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Starting an activity listed under "Settings" from terminal (or adb shell)
I would like to start this activity from terminal: com.android.settings.Settings$PowerUsageSummaryActivity
I tried
am start -S com.android.settings/.Settings$PowerUsageSummaryActivity
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How to make Google Chrome definitely remain as the desktop version?
How to make Google Chrome definitely remain as the desktop version?
Every time I use Google Chrome it returns to the setting for mobile.
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Is it possible to have Android only alert me when specific email accounts have new mail?
I have Froyo 2.2 on my HT-03A "Magic" phone.
Currently, I am in the process of consolidating all my email accounts into my Gmail account, so that I can access them anywhere. I want to be able to not ...
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List of special Android SD card folders?
I've seen mention of special folders on the SD card such as "ringtones" and "notifications" .
What is the full list of special folders recognized by Android's (Froyo preferred) configuration and its ...
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Disable open Google Search by sliding up from the home button "feature"?
Galaxy Nexus running Android version 4.1.1.
After a recent update, it seems google has added a feature where you can place your finger on the bottom home buttons, and slide up, to open google search. ...
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How to change wifi device name on Android 7?
How can I change the device name of an unrooted Android 7.0-based Gigaset GS170 smartphone so it appears with a meaningful/readable name e.g. in a router's list of connected wifi devices?
Various ...
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Improve Nexus 4 Vibration Intensity
This is basically the same question as posed here: Increase vibrate strength
I thought there might be a different answer for the Nexus 4, however, seeing as how it's a different manufacturer and the ...
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Different notification sounds for sms and email?
Is there a way to use different sounds for a sms text alert and an email alert? I can't find the setting. I'm on HTC Hero, Android 2.1
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How can I adjust my screen's color temperature?
Redshift is a Linux application similar to Windows' F.lux, which gives the screen a red tinge automatically at night. Supposedly, it reduces eye strain and helps prevent sleep problems.
Is there any ...
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What is the difference between GSM and WCDMA when switching to manual Network Mode?
I was reading this answer and I need to comprehend this better:
What is the technical difference between "selecting GSM" and "selecting WCDMA" in Network Mode settings menu? To save battery life, I'm ...
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What does Settings->Privacy Settings->Back up my data do?
I'm Running 2.3 Gingerbread.
There is a setting
Settings->Privacy Settings->Back up my data
If checked, what data does this back up?
Where is it backed up?
How do I restore it?
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