Power saving mode · Settings guide
How to turn off power saving mode on Android
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Samsung calls it Power saving; Pixel calls it Battery Saver. Both limit background activity to make the battery last, and can switch themselves on at a set battery level.
01 · Before you start
Check these first
- Samsung says Power saving reduces background activity and limits certain features; some apps and features may not be available while it's on.
Source: Samsung: use Power saving mode on your Samsung Galaxy
02 · Change the setting
Step by step, by device
Samsung Galaxy
Settings → Battery → Power saving → switch
- Open Settings and tap Battery.
- Tap Power saving, then tap the switch next to Power saving to turn it off (or on).
Source: Samsung: use Power saving mode on your Samsung Galaxy
Google Pixel
Swipe down → Battery Saver, or Settings → Battery → Battery Saver
- Swipe down from the top of the screen and tap Battery Saver.
- Or open Settings → Battery → Battery Saver and turn it off.
If the setting doesn't change
If Battery Saver keeps turning on by itself on a Pixel, check Settings → Battery → Battery Saver: Turn on based on battery level switches it on automatically at the level you set, and Turn off at 90% switches it off as the phone charges.
Frequently asked questions
How do I turn off power saving mode on a Samsung?
Settings → Battery → Power saving, then tap the switch to turn it off.
Why does Battery Saver turn on by itself on my Pixel?
Turn on based on battery level is on. Change or turn it off in Settings → Battery → Battery Saver.