Removing The Power Button Camera In Mi A1

The Mi A1 is the first Android One-based smartphone from Xiaomi, offering competitive specifications and a dual-camera setup at a very affordable price. One of the phone's interesting features is the ability to quickly launch the camera by pressing the power button twice. However, this feature is disabled by default, and users must enable it through the Settings menu. This article will provide a step-by-step guide on how to activate and use the power button camera functionality on the Mi A1, as well as offer additional tips and tricks to enhance your experience with this device.

Disabling the power button camera shortcut

• Go to your phone's Settings.
• Navigate to the Gestures menu within the Settings.
• Locate the 'Jump to Camera' option.
• Disable the 'Jump to Camera' shortcut by toggling it off or deselecting it.

By following these steps, you will no longer be redirected to the camera app when you double-press the power button. This is useful if you want to prevent accidental activations of the camera or prefer to access the camera through other means.

Additionally, if you haven't enabled the "Jump to Camera" gesture, your power button double-press will not launch the camera.

Enabling the power button camera shortcut

The Mi A1 is a sleek smartphone that comes with some interesting features. One of the most useful Mi A1 tips and tricks is to enable the power button camera shortcut. This allows you to quickly launch the camera by double-pressing the power button.

To enable this feature, go to your phone's Settings, then navigate to Gestures. Here, you will find the option to enable the 'Jump to Camera' tab. Simply toggle this setting on. Now, whenever you double-press the power button, you will be redirected to the camera app. This is a handy shortcut, especially when you want to capture a quick snap.

The Mi A1 has a dual-camera setup at the rear, with both lenses offering 12 megapixels. The wide-angle lens has an f/2.2 aperture and a 1.25-micron pixel size, while the telephoto lens sports an f/2.6 aperture and a 1.0-micron pixel size. This combination enables a 2x optical zoom, giving you more flexibility in your photography.

With the power button camera shortcut enabled, you can swiftly capture moments as they unfold. No more fumbling through menus or swiping through apps to find the camera. A simple double press of the power button, and you're ready to snap away!

The Mi A1 also offers various shooting modes, including square cam, tilt-shift, group selfie, panorama, and manual mode. So, whether you're a casual snapper or an aspiring photographer, the Mi A1's camera, coupled with the convenience of the power button shortcut, has you covered.

Disabling the double-press power button camera shortcut

Firstly, access the Settings menu on your device. This can be done by either swiping down from the top of the screen and selecting the Settings icon, or by locating it within your list of applications.

Once in the Settings menu, navigate to the Gestures tab. Here, you will find various gesture controls that can be customised to your preference.

Locate the 'Jump to Camera' option within the Gestures settings. This is the setting that enables the double-press power button camera shortcut.

To disable this feature, simply toggle the 'Jump to Camera' setting off. The exact method may vary depending on your device, but it should be as simple as tapping the option to turn it off, or moving the slider to the 'off' position.

By disabling the 'Jump to Camera' gesture, you will no longer be redirected to the camera app when double-pressing the power button. This is a useful feature to disable if you often activate the camera accidentally, or if you prefer to open the camera app manually.

It is worth noting that the Mi A1 also has a 'Swipe for Notification' gesture, which allows you to pull down the notification shade by swiping down on the fingerprint scanner. This can be another handy feature to enable or disable, depending on your preferences.

Using the fingerprint scanner to pull down the notification shade

The Mi A1 has a handy feature that lets you use the fingerprint scanner to pull down the notification shade. This is especially useful if you have a tall phone and you're finding it difficult to reach the top of the screen.

To enable this gesture, go to Settings > Gestures > enable 'Swipe for Notification'. Once enabled, you can simply swipe down on the fingerprint scanner to access your notifications.

It's worth noting that this feature was available on the Mi A1 but was removed on the Mi A2, so if you're using the latter, you may need to look into alternative methods or launchers to achieve the same functionality.

Disabling the Google Now page

For Phones with a Manufacturer Overlay:

• Go to your phone's settings by swiping down from the top of the screen and tapping the gear icon, or by accessing it from your app drawer.
• Find and select "Apps" within the settings menu.
• Locate and select "Google" from the list of installed apps.
• Tap the three-line menu icon in the top-left corner of the screen.
• Select "Your Feed" or "Now on Tap" depending on your Android version. If you cannot find these options, look for a setting named "Show Google App" and disable it.
• Toggle the setting to "Off" in the following window.

For Phones Without a Manufacturer Overlay:

• Hold down your home button to access Google Now.
• Scroll down the Google Now window until you see three dots in the bottom-right corner.
• Tap the three dots to access the settings and select "Now on Tap."
• Toggle the setting to "Off" to disable Google Now.

After disabling Google Now, when you hold down your home button, you will see the previous version of Google Now without the personalized feed.

If you change your mind and want to re-enable Google Now, simply follow the same steps and toggle the setting back to "On."

Additionally, if you want to remove the Google Discover page from your Mi Pad 5 or other Xiaomi tablets, you can try installing the "MIUI Hidden Settings Activity" app from the Play Store. Within this app, you can find and disable the Google app without affecting other Google services.

By following these steps, you can easily disable the Google Now page on your Mi A1 and customize your device according to your preferences.

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