Speed Up Your Android: Simple Developer Settings to Try Today. If your Android phone sometimes feels sluggish or doesn’t respond as quickly as you’d like, there’s a set of hidden tools built into the system that most users never touch. These are the Developer Options — a menu Google originally meant for programmers, but which also includes powerful tweaks that can make your phone feel faster and more responsive. Before we dive into specific settings, you first need to unlock this hidden menu. To do that, open Settings → About Phone , find the Build Number , and tap it seven times . You’ll see a prompt confirming you’re now a developer. Then return to the main Settings page and look for Developer Options — it may be under System or Additional Settings depending on your phone. Make Animations Feel Faster One of the easiest ways to change how fast your phone feels is by adjusting its animations. Android uses subtle motion when you open apps, switch screens, or interact with men...
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