Turn On Android Flashlight Without Unlocking

You can turn on the flashlight on your Android phone without unlocking it, thanks to shortcuts on Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones.

On Samsung Galaxy phones, the Quick Panel can be accessed by swiping down from either corner of the top of the screen. This panel can be edited by tapping on the kebab or pencil icon while it's open, allowing users to customize their shortcuts.

Google Pixel phones have a Quick Settings menu that can be accessed by swiping down from the top of the screen. The flashlight button can be found in this menu, and users can tap on it to turn the flashlight on and off. If the flashlight icon is not visible, users can edit the Quick Settings menu by tapping on the pencil at the bottom and adding the Flashlight icon to the top of the menu.

Google Pixel phones also allow users to set a Quick Tap gesture to activate the flashlight. This can be enabled in Settings > System > Gestures > Quick Tap, and once set up, users can turn the flashlight on by double tapping the back of their phone.

In addition to these shortcuts, users can also turn on the flashlight using their AI assistant. By saying 'Hey, Google' and then 'Turn on the flashlight', users can activate the flashlight without unlocking their phone.

## Why it matters The ability to turn on the flashlight without unlocking the phone can be useful in emergency situations where time is of the essence. It can also be convenient for users who need to quickly access the flashlight without having to unlock their device. With these shortcuts, Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phone users can easily and quickly turn on their flashlight, making it a useful feature to have.

## What happens next Users can customize their Quick Panel or Quick Settings menu to add the flashlight icon and other useful shortcuts, making it easier to access the features they need. Additionally, users can explore other hands-free control options, such as using their AI assistant to perform other tasks on their device.