Learn to turn phone on or off without power button

Tusher Shaha

4 Nov, 2022

turn phone on or off without power button

The most commonly used button on mobile phones is the power button. We constantly have to turn on and off the mobile countless times, and the power button is essential for that. But have you ever wondered if there is any other way to turn the phone on or off without the power button?

There is for sure. In today's article, I will talk about these ways. But before that, let's answer a question that may arise in your mind.

Why is it important to turn on the mobile phone without the power button?

We have to turn on and off the mobile phone numerous times every day, which puts a lot of pressure on the power button of the mobile phone. As a result, you may notice that the power button of many mobile phones is damaged. This problem is more common in low-budget mobiles.

Also, many mobile phones these days have embedded fingerprint sensors within the power button. As a result, there is a risk of damaging the entire sensor if there is too much pressure.

So if there is an alternative way to turn on the mobile besides the power button, there will be no pressure on the power button alone. As a result, there will be less chance of it getting damaged.

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Here are some working ways to turn on and off the phone without the power button

The methods that I have discussed will not harm your phone in any other way. In most cases, I tried to use the built-in features of the mobile. Below is a step-by-step description of the methods:

1) Turn on by double-touching the screen

Almost all phones have double-touch unlock features. But if your phone is very old, it may not be there. Usually, Android 10 and later versions have the option to unlock by double-touching the screen.

Where to find the Double-tap to turn on/off screen feature in Android?

The location of the feature also varies by Android version and UI. Here I am showing the location of the feature on an Oppo phone running Android 12.

First enter the “Settings” app.
Then go to "Gestures & motions" option from "System settings".

Now turn on the "Double-tap to wake or turn off screen" option from "Screen-off gestures".

Now you can turn on the phone by double tapping the screen without any help from the power button.

2) Use fingerprint sensor

Most budget phones these days also have a fingerprint sensor as a security option. As a result, it is possible to turn on the mobile with the touch of your fingers, and you do not have to press the power button of the mobile separately. As a result, there will be no more pressure on the power button of the mobile phone.

So if your phone has a fingerprint or face unlock method and you are not using it, try to use it.

3) Take help of a third-party app

I would not encourage you to use any third-party app other than the built-in features of the mobile device as an alternative to the power button. because it puts a different pressure on the mobile RAM. Moreover, these apps can display various unpleasant ads on your mobile.

However, if your mobile is very old and does not have a fingerprint lock or face lock, then you can use any third-party app. So just go to the Google Play Store and search "screen-off," and you will find numerous apps.

Final Words:

The mobile company has provided the power button mainly for turning the phone on and off and for some other optional features. However, knowing the option to turn the phone on or off without the power button can be useful for you. I hope you will find a good alternative by reading the article completely.

Tusher Shaha

Hi! I am Tusher Shaha, the author and creator of The Tech Ideal. As a content creator, I enjoy sharing knowledge. My love is reviewing the most recent smart devices (like; smartphones, earbuds, watches and so on) and keeping up with technology. Cheers!