Android, unlike iPhones, allows apps to send notifications to your device without your consent. You have the option of opting out or customizing which notifications you receive. That’s something we’ll show you how to Customize Notifications for Android Apps.
What Are Android Notification Channels?
Notifications in Android apps are organized into “channels.” A social media app might have a “likes” channel and a separate “comments” channel. Because developers must implement this, some apps perform better than others.
Without turning off all notifications, you can customize the type of notifications you receive from the app using these channels. You can adjust the channels using one of two methods.
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Adjust Notifications From Android Settings
To access Settings using the first method, swipe down from the top of the screen (once or twice, depending on your device) and tap the gear icon.
Next, select “Apps & Notifications” or simply “Notifications.”
Tap “See All [Number] Apps” or “App Settings.”
Find the app that you would like to customize notifications and select it.
Now, select “Notifications.” Android 12+ devices don’t require this step.
You’ll find the option to turn all notifications on or off at the top, but you’ll find all the notification channels underneath. You can turn on or off any of the channels you want.
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To take it a step further, you can customize how these notifications are presented. Tap the notification channel name.
You can choose whether notifications from this channel should ring or vibrate your phone, be silent, or appear on the screen.
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Take Action From a Notification
What if you get a notification and want to make sure you don’t get any more? The second method allows you to act on a notification right away. Hold the notification in your hand until a menu appears.
Now, select “Turn Off Notifications.” This will not turn off all notifications.
The corresponding notification channel will be highlighted in a menu that slides up. You can simply turn it off with a switch.
Tap “Done” when you’re finished.
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You will now only receive notifications for things that you are interested in. While Android notifications can be overwhelming at first, you have tools at your disposal to help you manage them.
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