How to activate gestures on Xiaomi smartphones

The gestures are one of the most useful functions on Xiaomi devices. Thanks to gestures, in fact, it is possible to navigate between applications and screens of your smartphone in a quick and intuitive way, without always having to resort to traditional navigation buttons.

However, many people do not know how to activate this feature or are unaware of its existence. In this article we will explain how to activate gestures on a Xiaomi smartphone and what are the main available gestures.

• Note: options and menu paths may vary slightly depending on the model of Xiaomi smartphone you own.

Step 1: Access gesture settings

To activate gestures on your Xiaomi smartphone, the first thing to do is access the device's settings. Here's how:

• 1. Open the Settings app on your Xiaomi smartphone.
• 2. Scroll down to the "Full screen display management" section.
• 3. Tap "Gesture" to access gesture settings.

You are now ready to activate gestures and customize them according to your preferences. In the next step we will explain how to do it.

Step 2: Enable gestures

After activating the Gesture function, it is necessary to enable the individual gestures that you want to use.

1. Access your Xiaomi smartphone settings

To access your Xiaomi smartphone settings, tap the gear icon on the home screen or swipe down from the top of the screen and tap the Settings icon.

2. Select "Gesture & Motion"

In the Settings section, scroll down to find "Gesture & Motion". Tap this option to access the gesture page.

3. Enable desired gestures

On the gesture page, you will find a list of all available gestures for your Xiaomi smartphone. To enable a gesture, simply move the corresponding switch to ON.

• Navigation gestures: These gestures allow you to navigate between open applications and return to the Home screen. You can choose from three options: Swipe up from bottom of screen, Swipe left or right to change application and Swipe up from bottom of screen and hold to return to Home screen.
• Sleeping screen gestures: These gestures allow you to control some phone functions even when the screen is off. You can choose from two options: Double tap to wake up screen and Draw "C" to access camera.
• Control gestures: These gestures allow you to control some phone functions with a simple gesture. You can choose from four options: Flip to mute, Pick up to silence, Raise to wake and Prevent pocket dials.

Once you have enabled the desired gestures, you can start using them on your Xiaomi smartphone.

Step 3: Customize the gestures

Now that you have activated the gestures on your Xiaomi smartphone, you can customize them to fit your needs. Follow these simple steps:

1. Access gesture settings

To access gesture settings, go to Settings > System & Device > Full Screen Display.

2. Select the gestures to customize

Select the gesture you want to customize, such as "Swipe up from bottom".

3. Edit the actions associated with the gesture

Tap on the gesture you want to edit and select the action you want to associate with it. For example, you can choose to open the camera when you swipe left.

4. Save the changes

After customizing all desired gestures, make sure to save the changes made.

• Example 1:

Imagine that you frequently use the camera application on your Xiaomi smartphone. Instead of having to search for the application icon or open it from the home screen, you can customize a gesture to quickly open it. For example, you can associate the "Swipe right to left" action with opening the camera application.

• Example 2:

If you want to quickly access the settings of your Xiaomi smartphone, you can customize a gesture to do so. For example, you can associate the "Swipe up from bottom" action with opening the settings.

Common issues and solutions

Gestures not working after OS update

If the gestures stop working after an OS update, you may need to reset the default gesture settings. To do this:

• Go to "Settings" > "Device management" > "Gesture"
• Select "Reset default settings"
• Restart the device and try using the gestures again.

Gestures not recognized correctly

If you are having difficulty getting a particular gesture to be recognized by your Xiaomi smartphone, you may need to adjust the sensitivity of the gestures. To do this:

• Go to "Settings" > "Device management" > "Gesture"
• Find the "Gesture sensitivity" section
• Adjust the slider to increase or decrease gesture sensitivity until you find what works best for you.

Having trouble getting used to gestures

If you are new to using gestures on your Xiaomi devices, it may take some time to get used to them. Here are some tips to help facilitate the learning process:

• Start with simpler gestures and use them regularly until they become a habit.
• Watch online tutorials or read documentation to better understand how gestures work and how you can use them to their fullest potential.
• Try customizing gestures based on your needs, so they become more intuitive for you.

With these tips, you should be able to solve common problems related to using gestures on your Xiaomi devices. If you still have difficulty, contact the manufacturer's technical support for further assistance.

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Conclusions

Over the years, Xiaomi has added numerous features to its smartphones to improve the user experience. Gestures are a great way to quickly navigate between apps and make the most of your Xiaomi device. With this information and advice, you will be able to activate gestures on your Xiaomi smartphone and use them to their fullest potential. Remember that practice makes perfect, so don't get discouraged if it takes some time to get used to the gestures. Keep using them regularly and soon they will become second nature to you!