Android accessibility settings

Created by Kelly G Mahan, Modified on Mon, 23 Sep, 2024 at 8:48 AM by Kelly G Mahan

Android accessibility settings let you customize your device to make it easier to use.

Including options for vision, hearing, motor, and cognitive needs. 


Here are some ways to access accessibility settings on an Android device:

Open the Settings app: Tap Settings, then Accessibility

Swipe up with two fingers: Swipe up with two fingers to open the Accessibility Menu

Swipe up with three fingers: If TalkBack is on, swipe up with three fingers to open the Accessibility Menu

Tap the floating accessibility button: Tap the floating accessibility button to open the Accessibility Menu 


Some accessibility features include: 


Vision

Adjust colors and contrast, use magnification gestures, and enable dark theme 


Hearing

Use caption preferences, volume balancing, and Live Caption to automatically caption speech 


Motor

Use Switch Access to control your device with switches or a keyboard instead of the touch screen 


Cognitive

Use TalkBack to navigate your device without looking at the screen 


You can also add, remove, or move accessibility settings in Quick Settings. 

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