If your phone supports this feature, it can make recording more comfortable because you don’t have to constantly reach toward the middle of the screen.
Check your camera settings to see which controls are available.
3. Take Screenshots
On many Android phones, pressing the Power button + Volume Down at the same time takes a screenshot.
This is one of the most useful shortcuts for saving something on your screen.
For example, you might use it to capture:
- A confirmation page
- A message
- A map
- A receipt
- A useful piece of information
- An image you want to reference later
The exact screenshot shortcut varies between devices, so check your phone’s instructions if the standard combination doesn’t work.
4. Quickly Silence an Incoming Call
Getting an unexpected call when you’re in a meeting, restaurant, classroom, or another quiet place can be awkward.
On many phones, pressing a volume button while the phone is ringing will silence the ringtone without necessarily declining the call.
The caller can continue waiting while your phone stops making noise.
It’s a small shortcut, but one that can save you from scrambling to find the correct on-screen button.
5. Control Music and Videos
Your volume buttons obviously control audio volume, but some smartphones and apps provide additional media controls through physical buttons or customized shortcuts.
