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Quickly mute calls and notifications
Are you in a meeting, in a library, or just busy, and your phone starts ringing ? Rather than panicking by suggesting to pick it up or searching through the settings, simply press the volume button to immediately silence the ringer.
The call will not be rejected, but it will continue to ring silently , giving you time to decide whether you want to answer it.
This trick also works with alarms and notifications : a simple press is enough to mute them without disabling them completely .
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Quickly turn off the flashlight
Your flashlight has served you well in the dark, but you don’t want to unlock your phone to turn it off?
On some smartphones, double-press the volume down button to instantly turn it off.
Tip : If this feature is not enabled by default, check in the quick settings or use a dedicated app.
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Adjust volume without opening settings
Want to lower the ringtone or adjust the sound of a video? No need to go to the settings !
A simple press of the volume buttons allows you to directly adjust the sound of calls, notifications, alarms or media currently playing .
Some phones even offer the ability to assign specific settings to each type of sound via the volume panel.
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Take a photo more easily
Tapping the screen to trigger the camera can be uncomfortable, especially if you’re holding your phone with one hand .
Did you know you can use the volume buttons as a shutter release?
- Press a volume button to take a photo, just like a regular camera.
- Hold it down to record a video.
On some models, this option must be enabled in the Camera app settings .
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Take a screenshot instantly
Need to capture information quickly ?
Press the power button and the volume down button simultaneously : the screen will be captured immediately.
Depending on your phone, an editing bar may appear to annotate or share the image .
Ideal for recording booking confirmations, conversations or any other important information .
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Turning the pages of an e-book
Digital reading enthusiasts will appreciate this tip!
On some reading apps, the volume buttons allow you to turn pages without touching the screen .
Perfect for reading on the go or with one hand !
Remember to check your reading app settings to enable this feature if it is available.
A small touch for maximum possibilities
Your phone’s volume button does more than just adjust sound : it lets you interact with your device more quickly and intuitively .
These often overlooked features can really make your life easier .
Try them today and take full advantage of your smartphone’s hidden capabilities !
