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  • July 21,2025

Android Quick Settings Customization

Android Quick Settings customization lets users personalize the toggles and shortcuts in the notification shade for easy access to features like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and brightness. It enhances convenience by allowing rearrangement, addition, or removal of tiles to suit individual needs.

Android Quick Settings Customization

1 ) Overview of Quick Settings Customization  

Android's Quick Settings panel allows users to access important toggles and settings such as Wi Fi, Bluetooth, and brightness. Customizing this panel enhances device usability by placing frequently used toggles within easy reach.

2 ) Native Customization Options  

  Users can rearrange, add, or remove default Quick Settings tiles by pulling down the notification shade and tapping the edit or pencil icon.  

  Many Android versions allow dragging tiles to reorder or to add new ones from the available list.  

  Quick Settings layout and available tiles can vary by device manufacturer and Android version.

3 ) Third Party Apps for Extensive Customization  

  Tiles by rascarlo (formerly available) was a popular app that provided enhanced customization but has been removed from the Play Store.  

  Quick Settings by Simone Sestito offers extensive customization with over 50 different tile types including dice, weather, battery, media controls, lock screen, and more.  

  This app supports enabling many tiles even without root access using ADB permissions and provides functionalities not present in stock Android.  

  It uses Device Administrator and Accessibility APIs specifically for features like screen locking, maintaining user control and privacy.

4 ) Limitations and Compatibility Issues  

  Some customization apps do not work on certain Chinese ROMs or devices lacking the required TileService APIs.  

  Sync issues can occur, e.g., app tile status not reflecting actual device state accurately (such as ringer mode changes).  

  Some features may cause display issues or notification glitches, highlighted in user feedback.

5 ) System Level Adjustments  

  Advanced users can grant WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS permission via ADB to enable broader control over Quick Settings without needing root.  

  However, manufacturer limitations and Android security policies can restrict full customization capabilities.

6 ) Summary and Recommendations  

  For basic editing, use Android’s built in Quick Settings editor.  

  For greater customization, consider apps like Simone Sestito's Quick Settings app, while noting potential compatibility issues.  

  Stay updated on Android versions and manufacturer skins, as they impact Quick Settings features and customization scope.  

  Users interested in heavy customization should be prepared to use ADB commands for full functionality and understand the permissions required.

In essence, Android Quick Settings customization ranges from simple rearrangements using native tools to powerful modifications through specialized apps, offering users the opportunity to tailor their quick access controls according to their preferences and needs.

 

 

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