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How to Automate Your Phone with Samsung Modes and Routines

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  1. Go to "Settings β†’ Modes and Routines"

    Open the "Modes and Routines" menu in the Settings app.

  2. In the "Routines" tab, tap "+" to add a new one

    Select the "Routines" tab and tap the "+" button to start creating a new routine.

  3. Set a condition (time, location, Wi-Fi connection, etc.)

    Choose the condition that triggers the routine, like "at 11 PM" or "when I arrive home."

  4. Set the action that runs when the condition is met

    Add the action that should run automatically once the condition is met, like "turn on silent mode" or "lower screen brightness."

  5. Why it's useful

    Instead of manually adjusting settings every time, like turning on Wi-Fi automatically when you get home or enabling do-not-disturb at bedtime, your phone can react to your situation on its own.

Letting your phone handle repetitive settings changes

Instead of manually switching on Wi-Fi every time you walk in the door, or remembering to enable do-not-disturb before bed, a routine lets your phone react to the situation automatically once it's set up.

Starting from a ready-made routine

If building one from scratch feels like a lot, the app's built-in suggested routines -- for things like a morning commute or bedtime -- are a fast starting point. You can pick one and tweak the conditions or actions to match your own habits instead of starting from a blank routine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there ready-made routine suggestions?

Yes -- the "Recommended" tab offers pre-built routines for scenarios like a morning commute or bedtime, which you can use as-is or customize.

What if a routine doesn't run the way I expect?

Open the routine from your list and double-check that both the condition and the action are set correctly, and if it depends on location, confirm that location permission is actually turned on.