Yúbal Fernández
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In this post, we’ll explain how to turn off your phone completely. If you’re having trouble locating the right button or button combination, we’ll provide you with the simplest methods for both Android and iPhone users.
First, we’ll cover several options to switch off your Android device, given that the process may vary depending on the manufacturer. Second, we’ll outline the methods for turning off your iPhone, offering different options.
How to Turn Off Your Android Phone
If you’re looking to turn off your Android phone, you can try four common methods. The method you use may vary depending on the manufacturer of your device. This means not all methods may work for every phone. However, one of these options should help you power off your device. The key is to access the shutdown dialog.
- Press and hold the power button.
- Press and hold the power and volume up buttons.
- Press and hold the power and volume down buttons.
- Swipe down from the top of the home screen to open the notifications panel. Swipe down again to access the Quick Settings options, and then tap on the power off button.
These four methods display the shutdown option in several ways. Most Android phones have at least two of these methods available, often combining key presses or accessing the Quick Settings. To find out which method works for your specific device, you may need to try each option or go directly to the Quick Settings menu.
How to Turn Off Your iPhone
Next, we’ll explore three methods to turn off your iPhone. The first two methods apply to all modern iPhones, while the third method is specifically for older models.
- Press and hold the power button and either the volume up or volume down button at the same time.
- Go to the Settings app, tap on General, and scroll to the bottom to select Shut Down.
- If you have an older iPhone model with a physical Home button, press and hold the power button to turn the phone off.
Maybe you’re turning off your phone because you just got a new device. If so, and you’re backing up your data, check out this article on how to transfer text messages to your new phone.
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