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Smartphone Use-Friendly Tips for Elders: Android phones have many features that are very useful for people. But sometimes elderly people like grandparents are not able to use them. They like to use the old features only, but with the help of some easy tips, you can make it easier for grandparents to use the smartphone. Let us tell you what you have to do.
block letters
The elderly often have difficulty reading text on the phone. To make it easier, you can increase the size of the letters in the phone. You can also increase the size of the buttons and symbols on the screen. For this, open the Settings app, then go to 'Display' and select the 'Display size and text' option there.
Use the Launcher app
There are many icons, widgets and other things on the smartphone screen, which sometimes frightens the elderly. To make things easier for them, you can use apps like BIG Launcher or Elder Launcher. These apps show big boxes that are easy to press.
Use the button
Nowadays, the option of swiping is available in smartphones. Youngsters like it a lot. But it is difficult for older people. You can enable old-fashioned button navigation in your phone. For this, open the Settings app, then go to 'System'. Now select 'Gestures' and choose the '3-button navigation' option.
Big button keyboard
A keyboard with large buttons makes typing easier and also puts less strain on the eyes. Most Android phones have the Gboard keyboard. To resize the keyboard, open it and press the four-dot button in the top left. Then select 'Resize' and resize the keyboard to suit your needs.
Direct Caller Widget
If your grandparents have trouble finding contacts, you can use the Direct Dial widget. This widget will dial once. To place it, press and hold it on the home screen and select Widgets. Then search for contacts or scroll down to find the Direct Dial widget. Move it to the home screen and select the contact you want to call quickly. Place this widget in a place where it is less likely to be pressed accidentally.