Removing The Volume Mute Button On The Note 9 Camera

The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has been found to have physical buttons that can be easily removed with a knife. While this is not recommended, there are other ways to change the function of the volume buttons on the camera. The volume buttons on the REDMI Note 9 Pro's camera can be changed to allow the user to take a photo instantly or with a countdown, or to use them as a zoom. This can be done by opening the camera app, tapping the three horizontal lines in the upper right corner, and scrolling down to find and open the Volume buttons function settings. For the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, there are three methods to make the volume buttons control media volume by default. The first method is to change the settings in the phone's stock Settings menu. The second method is to change the settings in the volume menu itself. The third method is to use the SoundAssistant app created by Samsung.

Removing the physical buttons with a knife

To remove the volume mute button on your Galaxy Note 9, you can use a knife. This method was discovered by Zack from the JerryRigEverything YouTube channel when he accidentally popped out the Bixby AI button while scraping a knife across the edges of the phone.

• Ensure you take the necessary safety precautions before starting. This includes using eye protection to safeguard your eyes from any flying debris and working in an area away from children and pets.
• Using a knife, carefully begin to scrape along the edges of the phone, specifically around the button you wish to remove.
• Apply gentle pressure as you work the knife around the button. This should help loosen the button's grip on the phone.
• With the knife, gently pry and lift the button out of its housing. It should come off relatively easily, as demonstrated by Zack in his video.
• Once the button is removed, you may choose to clean or replace it before putting it back in place.
• To reassemble the button, simply press it back into its original housing. It should function the same as before, securely holding in place without any issues.

It is important to note that while this method has proven successful, it may still carry some risks. Removing physical buttons with a knife can potentially damage the phone or result in injury if not done carefully. It is always recommended to proceed with caution and consider seeking professional assistance if you are unsure about the process.

Adjusting the volume in the Settings menu

First, open your phone's main menu and locate the Settings app. Within the Settings menu, you will find various options related to sound and volume. Select the "Sounds and Vibration" or "Sound & Vibration" option. This will allow you to customise the volume settings for different functions on your device.

For example, you can adjust the "Media Volume", which controls the volume for music, videos, games, and other media. You can also modify the "Call Volume", which determines the volume of the other person during a phone call. Additionally, there is the option to enable or disable vibrate mode for calls and notifications.

In the Settings menu, you may also find an option to use the volume keys for media. Enabling this option will make the volume buttons on your device control the media volume by default. This means that pressing the volume buttons will adjust the media volume directly, without the need to be in a specific app, such as a video or music player.

It is worth noting that the specific steps and options available in the Settings menu may vary depending on your device's make, model, and operating system version. However, the general process of adjusting volume in the Settings menu remains consistent across different devices.

Using the SoundAssistant app

The SoundAssistant app is a versatile app created by Samsung that can be used to change the volume rocker's default action and increase the number of steps to go from silent to max volume. The app is free and available on the Google Play Store.

Step 1: Install SoundAssistant

Go to the Google Play Store and search for "SoundAssistant." Install the app, which is free and specifically designed for Samsung Galaxy Note 9 users to adjust the number of steps for the media volume.

Step 2: Open the App and Access Advanced Settings

Once the app is installed, open SoundAssistant. To increase the number of volume steps, navigate to "Advanced settings." This will allow you to make precise volume adjustments.

Step 3: Adjust the "Change Step Volume" Option

In the Advanced settings, you will see the "Change step volume" option with a slider below it. This slider controls the increment of volume increase or decrease with each press of the volume rocker. By default, the slider is set to 10, meaning each press of the volume button will change the volume by 10 increments. Adjust the slider to your preferred setting. For example, setting it to 1 would require 150 presses to go from mute to max volume.

Step 4: Control Media Volume

To change the volume rocker's default action, open the SoundAssistant app and select the "Control media volume" toggle. This will switch the volume rocker to control media volume by default. Now, whenever you press the volume rocker, you will adjust the media volume first without needing to be in a video or listening to a song.

Step 5: Access Ringer and Notification Volume

Although the volume rocker now controls media volume by default, you can still access the ringer and notification volume. Simply expand the volume menu first and then adjust the slider to change the volume for these settings.

The SoundAssistant app provides a straightforward way to customize the volume settings on your Galaxy Note 9, giving you more precise control over your media volume.

Changing the function of the volume buttons in the camera app

Method 1: Change It in Settings

The first method involves adjusting the settings on your phone. Here are the steps:

• Open the Settings menu on your phone.
• Navigate to "Sounds and vibration" within the Settings menu.
• Locate the "Use volume keys for media" option.
• Enable the toggle next to this option to switch the default action of the volume buttons.

Method 2: Change It in the Volume Menu

Another approach is to modify the volume menu itself. Here's how:

• Press the volume rocker to adjust the sound of the ringer.
• Select the down arrow on the right side of the slider to expand the menu.
• At the bottom of the volume menu, you will find the "Use Volume keys for media" toggle.
• Enable this toggle to change the default action of the volume buttons.

Method 3: Use SoundAssistant

The third method involves using the SoundAssistant app created by Samsung. Here's what you need to do:

• Download the SoundAssistant app from the Google Play Store. It's a free app that offers various volume control options.
• Open the SoundAssistant app.
• Within the app, select the "Control media volume" toggle.
• Enabling this toggle will switch the volume rocker to control media volume by default.

By following any of these three methods, you will be able to change the function of the volume buttons in the camera app on your Note 9.

Turning down the master volume

To turn down the master volume on your Samsung Galaxy Note 9, you can use the volume rocker button on the side of the phone. Press the down volume button until you reach your desired volume level.

If you want to adjust the volume level of specific functions, such as media, ringtone, notifications, or system sounds, you can do so by opening the volume menu. Press the volume rocker button and then select the down arrow on the right side of the slider to expand the menu. From there, you can adjust the volume levels for each function individually.

Additionally, you can change the default behaviour of the volume buttons in your phone's settings. Go to "Settings", select "Sounds and vibration", and then enable the "Use volume keys for media" option. This will make the volume buttons control media volume by default, rather than the ringer volume.

You can also use the SoundAssistant app, developed by Samsung, to adjust the volume settings on your Note 9. This app allows you to increase the number of volume steps between silent and maximum volume, giving you more precise control over the media volume. You can download SoundAssistant for free from the Google Play Store. Once installed, open the app and select "Advanced settings". Here, you can adjust the "Change step volume" slider to change the number of volume steps.

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