OnePlus 5: the best tricks for the smartphone

To get the most out of your OnePlus 5, there are a few tricks to keep in mind. Read here what your options are.

OnePlus 5: The best tips and tricks for your smartphone

• Use control buttons: At the bottom of the screen you will find three buttons that you can program individually. To do this, call up "Settings" and then "Keys".
• Default settings for the navigation keys: You can also set the navigation keys individually. To do this, go to "Settings"> "Keys"> "Swap keys".
• Camera hotkey: With just one button, the camera can be opened on the OnePlus 5 and the perfect photo taken. You can program this function in the "Settings" under "Keys"> "For camera on / off".
• Notification LED: Would you like to be informed about a new message by the LED? No problem, this can be easily adjusted in the "Settings" under "Display"> "LED Notifications".
• Always-on-display: To save battery but still get information, we recommend that you set the "inactivity display" under "Settings"> "Display".
• Save battery: Use the dark design under "Settings"> "Display"> "Themes" to get even more out of your battery.
• Encrypt apps: If you want to additionally encrypt your apps for security, you can use on-board means. In the "Settings" under "Security" you will find the "App Locker" with which you can encrypt and secure your apps as you like.

In the next practical tip, learn how to insert the SIM card into the OnePlus 5.