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5 Android settings you should change right now to make your phone faster

Speed up your Android in minutes! Here are 5 simple settings you can change right now to make your phone faster and smoother.

July 22, 2025 / 08:00 IST
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Android Turn Off AnimationsGo to Developer Options and reduce or turn off window and transition animations. It makes your phone feel faster by cutting down the time it takes for screens to load. Everything will open and close quicker—perfect for older phones that feel a little slow.

android Disable Background AppsIn Settings > Apps, check which apps run in the background unnecessarily. Disable or restrict background activity for apps you don’t need constantly running. This frees up RAM and reduces battery drain, making your phone perform smoother, especially if you have a budget or mid-range device.

android Use Lite AppsSwitch to lighter versions of popular apps like Facebook Lite or Instagram Lite. They use less data, take up less storage, and load faster. You get most of the core features without the extra bloat, which can dramatically improve speed on older or low-RAM Android phones.

android Clear Cached Data RegularlyGo to Settings > Storage and clear cached data for apps that hog space. Cache files pile up over time and slow your phone down. Clearing them every few weeks helps apps run fresh and smooth, especially on phones with limited storage.

google Limit Auto-SyncHead to Settings > Accounts and turn off auto-sync for apps you don’t use daily. Constant syncing eats up resources and slows things down. Only keep important accounts like email synced, and manually refresh apps like Google Drive or social media when needed. Your phone will feel lighter instantly

 

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first published: Jul 22, 2025 08:00 am

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