If you need to concentrate on the activity in question or simply relax, you can use devices with Androidem mute sounds, turn off vibrations and block visual distractions with one button. But you can also choose what to block and what to allow. The Do Not Disturb mode takes care of all this here.
You can turn the mode on or off by swiping down from the top of the screen where you tap the Do Not Disturb icon. This is of course the fastest way, but on Samsung phones you can also go to Settings -> Notification, where the appropriate switch is located. In the case of others Android device you can find the function in the menu Sound and vibration. After selecting the menu, however, you will be presented with several other options. This manual is written according to Samsung devices Galaxy A7 s Androidin 10.
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Turn on as scheduled
In the menu, you determine from when to when the mode should be activated automatically. Typically, this is the time of sleep when you do not want your phone to notify you, for example, of incoming notifications from applications, new e-mails, etc.
Duration
In this menu, you can easily define how long you will turn on the mode after its activation. By default, an unlimited time is set. But you can turn on the mode for just one hour, after which it will automatically turn off.
Hide notifications
This option allows you to define which all notifications you want to mute. These are not only full-screen notifications, but also just badges on icons or a list of notifications. Critical notifications of phone activity and status will not be hidden.
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Allow exceptions
Even in Do Not Disturb mode, you can receive notifications if you allow them. These are mainly incoming calls, where you can choose your favorite contacts. You can also set a repeat call here when someone is really looking for you urgently.
Mute notifications while driving
To reduce distractions such as call or text alerts, your device can automatically turn on Do Not Disturb while driving. Your device uses a motion sensor and Bluetooth connection to detect that you are in a moving vehicle. But you can find this offer elsewhere, namely in Settings -> Google -> Emergency informace.
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