The Android Settings app could see some major design changes in a future Android release, and Android Authority has a first look.

Android makes it easy to identify and quit apps that are actively running on your phone without accessing complex menus. The list of active apps is viewable from the Quick Settings menu.

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Android Quick Settings, available in versions 13 and later, allows users to monitor active apps from the home screen; access it by swiping down twice and view or stop active apps directly.

Adding an App Shortcut Many apps allow you to create shortcuts to their important features or settings. Long-Press on the App: Long-press on the desired app on your home screen or in the app drawer.

Due to the open nature of Android, users seeking a customized experience can also find themselves on the wrong end of an incorrectly-set set of settings.

Kurt Knutsson explains to Android users how to protect their devices from hackers or other cyberattacks by utilizing their privacy settings and using Google Chrome's safe browsing tools.

These five Android features are essential for your phone, helping you save on battery, data usage and more.

On Samsung devices that have been updated to Android Pie, you need to go to Settings > Display > Navigation bar and select Full-screen gestures.