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Using Android System UI Tuner and Customization

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Using Android System UI Tuner and Customization

Android System UI Tuner is a hidden feature in the Android operating system that allows users to customize various aspects of the user interface. With System UI Tuner, you can easily modify the status bar, quick settings panel, and even add new features to enhance your Android experience.

In this tutorial, you will learn how to access and use the Android System UI Tuner to customize the user interface according to your preferences. Let's get started!

Prerequisites

  • An Android device running Android 6.0 Marshmallow or later.
  • Basic understanding of Android settings and navigation.
  • Enthusiasm for personalizing your device!

Step 1: Enable System UI Tuner

  1. Open the "Settings" app on your Android device.
  2. Scroll down and find "About phone" or "About device" (the name may vary depending on your device).
  3. Tap on "Software information" or "Software info".
  4. Locate the "Build number" or "Build version" option.
  5. Tap on the "Build number" or "Build version" option 7 times continuously. After a few taps, you will see a message confirming that you are now a developer.
  6. Go back to the main "Settings" screen, and you will find a new option called "Developer options" listed above or below "About phone/device".
  7. Tap on "Developer options" to open the developer settings menu.
  8. Scroll down and find the "System UI Tuner" option.
  9. Tap on "System UI Tuner".
  10. You will see a warning message explaining that the System UI Tuner is experimental and may change or be removed in future versions of Android. Tap "Got it" to proceed.

Congratulations! You have successfully enabled the Android System UI Tuner on your device.

Step 2: Customize Status Bar

  1. Swipe down from the top of the screen to access the notification shade.
  2. Swipe down again to expand the quick settings panel.
  3. Locate the gear-shaped icon (settings) at the top-right corner of the screen and long-press it for a few seconds. The icon should start spinning.
  4. After a few seconds, release your finger. You should see a message at the bottom of the screen saying "System UI Tuner has been added to settings."
  5. Go back to the main "Settings" app.
  6. Scroll down and find "System UI Tuner" in the "Developer options" menu.
  7. Tap on "System UI Tuner" to enter the customization menu.
  8. In the System UI Tuner menu, tap on "Status bar".
  9. Here, you can customize various options like which icons to display, battery percentage, and more. Enable or disable options according to your preference.

Step 3: Customize Quick Settings Panel

  1. Open the "Settings" app.
  2. Scroll down and select "System UI Tuner" in the "Developer options" menu.
  3. Tap on "System UI Tuner".
  4. In the System UI Tuner menu, tap on "Quick settings".
  5. Here, you can rearrange, add, or remove quick settings tiles. Long-press on a tile to drag and rearrange it.
  6. To add a new tile, tap on the "+" (plus) icon at the bottom of the screen and select the desired tile.
  7. To remove a tile, tap and hold on it, then drag it to the trash bin icon that appears at the top of the screen.

Step 4: Additional Customizations

The Android System UI Tuner offers a few more customization options. Here are some of the additional settings you can explore:

  • Do Not Disturb Mode: Customize the behavior of Do Not Disturb mode by tapping on "Do Not Disturb" in the System UI Tuner menu.
  • Demo Mode: Hide notification icons and display a static battery level to create screenshots or videos without distractions. Tap on "Demo mode" in the System UI Tuner menu to enable this feature.
  • Power Notification Controls: Manage notification priority for individual apps. Tap on "Power notification controls" to enable this feature and configure it to your liking.

Note that the availability of these additional customizations might vary depending on your Android version and device model.

Conclusion

Android System UI Tuner is a powerful tool that enables you to personalize your Android device according to your preferences. From customizing the status bar to rearranging quick settings tiles, you can make your device feel truly yours. Keep in mind that System UI Tuner is an experimental feature, and some options might change or be removed in future Android updates. So, explore and enjoy the customization options while they are available!

Remember to use the System UI Tuner responsibly and avoid making changes that may negatively impact your device's performance or stability.