How do I get Battery notifications on my Android?
Battery notifications on Android devices allow you to get alerts when your battery reaches certain charge levels or falls below a specified percentage. This can be useful to remind you to charge your phone before it runs out of power completely. Battery notifications keep you informed about your device’s battery status so you can take action before it dies.
These alerts prevent unexpected shutdowns from low battery and help you monitor your phone’s battery life. With customizable notification sounds and text, battery notifications make it easy to stay on top of your device’s power level. They provide peace of mind that your phone won’t go dead without warning.
Check if Battery Notifications are Enabled
To check if battery notifications are enabled on your Android device, you’ll need to open the Settings app and go to the Notifications menu:
First, open the Settings app on your device. Tap on “Apps & notifications” in the menu. Then select “Notifications”.
In the Notifications screen, look for the “Battery” section. Make sure the “Show notifications” toggle is switched on. If it is off, tap on it to enable battery notifications.
According to Sync.com’s Android battery notification guide, the Show notifications toggle controls whether you get notifications about battery usage and status.
Enable Battery Notifications
If battery notifications are disabled, you’ll need to manually enable them before you can customize the notification triggers and sounds. Here are the steps to turn on battery notifications:
Open the Settings app on your Android device. Scroll down and tap on Notifications.
In the Notifications screen, look for an option called “Battery”. Tap on it.
Toggle the switch next to “Show notifications” to the ON position.
This will enable the battery notifications on your device. Now you’ll start receiving alerts when the battery reaches certain charge levels.
With notifications turned on, you can further customize the notification triggers and sounds which we’ll cover in the next sections.
Set Battery Notification Levels
You can customize at what battery charge percentage levels you receive notifications. Follow these steps:
1. Open Settings and go to Battery.
2. Tap on Battery percentage.
3. You will see sliders for different battery levels. Drag the sliders to enable or disable notifications at the desired percentages. For example, you may want a notification at 20%, 10%, and 5%.
4. Tap OK when finished setting the desired notification levels.
Now your Android will notify you when the battery reaches the charge levels you configured. This helps ensure you are aware of the battery status and can charge when needed.
Source: https://www.gtricks.com/android/how-to-get-battery-charge-level-notifications-on-android/
Customize Notification Sounds
You can customize the notification sound for low battery alerts on your Android device. This allows you to set a unique ringtone or sound effect when your battery level becomes low. Here’s how to change the low battery notification sound in Android:
In Settings, go to Sound & vibration. On Samsung devices this may be under Sounds and vibration. On Android 12 and higher, go to Notifications > Advanced settings > Battery. Tap on Battery and select the desired notification sound.[1] You can choose from default system sounds or pick any audio file saved on your device.
Some Samsung devices also let you customize notification sounds directly in the Notifications section of Settings. Go to Notifications > App notifications > Battery > Notification sound. Pick the desired sound for low battery alerts.[2]
Once selected, you will hear the chosen notification sound when your Android device hits the low battery threshold. You can set a unique ringtone that grabs your attention or choose a more subtle sound effect.
[1] https://www.reddit.com/r/GooglePixel/comments/1199bmb/how_do_i_change_low_battery_notification_sound/
[2] https://support.google.com/android/thread/232512249/restore-low-battery-notification-sound?hl=en
Customize Notification Text
You can customize the text that appears in the battery notification on your Android device. Here’s how:
- Open the Settings app and tap Battery.
- Tap Advanced.
- Tap Edit text for battery notifications.
- Edit the text as desired for the different battery percentage levels. You can enter custom text for each level.
- Tap OK to save the changes.
Now when your battery reaches the specified levels, you’ll see the custom text you entered in the notification. This allows you to customize the messaging to your preferences (From source).
Use Third-Party Apps
Third-party battery apps like Battery Alarm and Battery Widget Reborn provide more customization options for battery notifications compared to the built-in Android settings.
These apps allow you to enable notifications at specific battery percentage levels, choose custom sounds, customize the notification text, and set separate alerts for charging and discharging states. Some apps like AccuBattery also offer advanced battery health monitoring.
To use third-party battery notifications, simply install the app from the Play Store, grant the required permissions, and configure the notification options as per your preference. Make sure to enable the battery notifications within the app’s settings. Some apps require extra steps like creating a widget or allowing background access.
Third-party battery apps provide granular control over battery alerts so you can customize notifications precisely based on your needs. The configurable options and additional features make them a useful alternative to the stock Android battery notifications.
Troubleshooting
If you are not receiving battery notifications on your Android device, here are some things you can try:
First, open the Settings app and go to Apps & Notifications > Notifications > Advanced > Battery App. Make sure that Allow Notifications is enabled. You may need to toggle this setting off and back on.
If that doesn’t work, try rebooting your phone. Sometimes a simple reboot can fix notification issues like this. Shut down your phone completely, wait a few seconds, then power it back on.
You should also check for any available Android OS updates. Open Settings, go to System > Advanced > System update to check. Installing the latest updates can sometimes resolve battery notification problems.
As a last resort, you can try uninstalling app updates for the Battery app. Go to Settings > Apps & Notifications > See all apps > Battery > Uninstall updates. This will revert the app to the original version that came with your phone’s OS.
If you are still having issues, you may need to contact your device manufacturer for further troubleshooting. You can also search online forums or communities related to your specific Android phone for other users who may have experienced and resolved the problem.
Automation with Routines
Android allows users to automate certain device actions based on battery level through the Routines feature. You can create custom Routines that will automatically enable Battery Saver mode or perform other actions when your phone’s battery reaches a specified level.
To set this up, open the Routines app on your Android device and tap the plus icon to create a new Routine. Give your Routine a name like “Enable Battery Saver” and tap “Add a trigger.” Select the trigger “When battery drops below” and choose your desired battery percentage, such as 20%.
Next, tap “Add action” and select the action to enable Battery Saver. You can also add other actions like turning off Bluetooth or WiFi to further conserve battery. Finally, tap “Save” to complete setting up the Routine.
Now your phone will automatically switch to Battery Saver mode once the battery level drops below your set percentage, without you needing to manually enable it each time. Routines provide a convenient way to have your Android device respond to battery conditions and help extend your battery life.
Sources: https://source.android.com/docs/core/power/routine-battery-saver, https://www.reddit.com/r/GalaxyS21/comments/th1loz/protect_battery_have_been_added_to_bixby_routines/
Conclusion
Battery notifications are an important feature on Android devices to help monitor battery life. There are several built-in options to enable notifications and customize at what percentage they trigger. You can also change the sound and text of notifications to suit your preferences.
Being aware of your battery percentage and receiving alerts before it runs too low is crucial to avoid having your phone die at an inopportune time. Paying attention to battery notifications can also help identify any apps draining your battery abnormally fast.
Beyond the native configuration covered, there are further possibilities through third party automation apps. These can schedule battery checks and trigger actions like enabling battery saver mode automatically. Customization through apps like MacroDroid and Tasker can take battery monitoring to the next level.
Understanding the options available for battery notifications will ensure you never get caught off guard by a dead battery again. With the right setup, you can stay informed and in control of your Android’s battery life.
