Here are six hidden phone functions you may not know about:
- Mute Incoming Calls
Busy in a meeting or discussion? Press the volume down button to silence your ringtone without disconnecting the call. This also works for alarms and notifications, stopping the sound instantly. - Turn Off the Flashlight
No need to unlock your phone to turn off the flashlight. Press the volume down button twice to switch it off quickly (availability depends on your phone model). - Adjust Phone Volume
Skip the sound settings menu! Unlock your phone and press the volume buttons to adjust the ringer or notification volume directly. - Camera Function
Use the volume buttons to snap photos or record videos in the camera app. Enable this feature in the camera settings if it’s not already active. - Quick Screenshot
Press and hold the power and volume down buttons together to take a screenshot instantly. - Flip Book Pages
While reading e-books, use the volume buttons to turn pages (availability varies by app and phone).
