User Manual

Modes and Routines
Set up modes and routines to automatically change your device's settings to match
your activity or situation.
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From Settings, tap Modes and Routines for the following pages:
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Modes: Choose a mode based on what you are doing or where you are.
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Routines:Create routines for your device based on times or places.
Digital wellbeing and parental controls
You can monitor and manage your digital habits by getting a daily breakdown of how
frequently you use apps, how many notifications you receive, and how often you
check your device. You can also set your device to help you wind down before going
to bed.
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From Settings, tap Digital Wellbeing and parental controls for the following
features:
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Tap the Dashboard for the following categories:
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Screen time: Review how long an app has been opened and used each
day.
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Notifications received: Display how many notifications have been received
from an app each day.
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Times opened/Unlocks: Review how many times an app has been opened
each day.
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Screen time goal: Set a screen time goal and check your daily average.
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App timers: Set a daily limit for how long you use each app.
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Driving monitor: Review your screen time while connected to your car's
Bluetooth and which apps you use the most.
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Volume monitor: Choose a sound source to monitor the volume and keep
your ears safe.
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Parental controls:Supervise your children’s digital life with Google’s Family
Link app. You can choose apps, set content filters, keep an eye on screen
time, and set screen time limits.
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