Tuesday, March 19, 2024

A look at the new Android 5.0 Lollipop quick-settings panel

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A fast and easy way to change your most often used settings

The idea of easy shortcuts to settings you use often isn’t new. HTC had them in early versions of Sense, and Samsung and LG have mastered them in the most recent versions of their Android interface. They are definitely handy, and something most of us probably appreciate and use. Whether you want to turn off Bluetooth or stop your screen from rotating to portrait — or much more — you’ll be glad there’s a better way to do it than digging through the device settings.

Google has included quick settings in Lollipop, and a double swipe-down gesture (or a two-finger drag) of the notification shade brings up the new panel. While much of this settings window looks familiar, it’s worth a closer look.

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