A Handy Guide to Personalizing Your Android Phone’s Notification Light

Hey there! Did you know that the little light on your Android phone can actually tell you important things without you having to touch it? It’s true! This nifty notification light can keep you informed about all sorts of stuff, from urgent notifications to low battery alerts. But here’s the thing: are you really making the most of it?

Right now, your Android phone probably uses a green, blue, or red light to let you know what’s happening inside your device. But imagine if you could take it a step further. What if you could assign different colors to different types of notifications? Or even better, what if you could tweak the blinking speed or create a customized light show for specific phone features?

Well, guess what? You totally can! Today, I’m going to show you how you can fully personalize your Android phone’s LED notification light to match your style and preferences. So let’s dive right into it, shall we?

What you will need

Before we begin, make sure you have an Android phone with a LED notification light. Not all Android phones have this feature, so check if your phone has a light near the front camera.

Remember, some LED lights cannot be customized beyond their basic function. You can search online for your phone’s specifications to see if it supports LED notifications.

To control the notification light, you will need a third-party app that is compatible with your specific device and operating system. Light Manager is a great choice as it is highly customizable, free to use, and doesn’t require root access.

I’m happy to report that Light Manager works on Android devices running Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) and newer. There’s a whole list of compatible devices you can find, but for our purposes, we’ll stick with using Light Manager in this post.

If Light Manager doesn’t work for you, don’t worry! There are other apps out there that might offer different features or be compatible with your specific device. I’ll include a list of those apps at the end of this article.

Now, let’s talk about how to get started with Light Manager. Once you install the app, you’ll be prompted to give it permission to control the LED light. It’s important to grant this permission if you want to be able to control the notification light for third-party apps and system functions.

So, here’s what you need to do: just tap on the toggle button that’s right next to the Light Manager option, and voilà! You’ll get access to it.

Take control of your notification light for apps

When you open the Light Manager app, you’ll find a list of all the apps that send you notifications, like phone calls, text messages, emails, reminders, and WhatsApp messages. To customize your notification light, simply select an app and adjust its settings.

Here are a few settings you might come across:

• Enable: If you want to turn on LED light customization for a particular app, you need to check this box.
• Flash Rate: This determines the time between each LED flash. You can choose a value from 1 to 5 seconds.
• Color: Light Manager offers a variety of colors to choose from, such as white, red, green, pink, and cyan. However, you’re not limited to just these options. You can select any color you like by clicking on “Custom color.” This will open the “Hex Code for Custom Color” option. Here, you can either enter the Hex code for the color you want or use the color spectrum to create your own unique blend of colors.
• Test: Once you’ve finished configuring the color settings, you can tap on this option to test whether it’s working or not. After tapping, you may need to press the power button to turn off the screen light, as the test may not work with the screen on.

Customize LED Notifications: Each app offers unique customizations for LED light patterns based on specific events, people, or accounts. For instance, your messaging app may allow you to assign different LED light settings for individual contacts.

You can follow the instructions below to personalize LED control settings for each app. By default, only the most important apps will be visible. However, you have the option to add any app from your installed list and manage its notification light color.

Managing notification light for system functions

I’m going to let you in on a little secret – apps aren’t the only way to stay informed about important stuff on your device. You can actually get LED light notifications for several crucial system functions too. Imagine knowing instantly when your WiFi is off, your phone is in Airplane mode, or your cellular signals are down. Pretty handy, right? With a simple LED light notification, you won’t have to constantly check your screen for updates. So, whether you’re waiting for a text or worried about missing an important call, this feature has got your back. All you need to do is take a quick peek at the LED light, and voila – you’re in the know!

To set up these options, just tap on the menu icon in the top left corner. You’ll see three choices: Battery, Network Connection, and System Status.

– The Battery option lets you control LED notifications for battery status, like when your battery is low, charging, or fully charged.

– With the Network Connection option, you can change LED settings for network features, such as WiFi, cellular signals, and cellular data.

– The System Status option allows you to customize different status modes, such as silent, vibrate, or ring. You can also adjust settings for Airplane mode and Bluetooth.

All of these options have the same configuration settings we mentioned before, but some may offer additional customization options.

Playing with Light Manager Modes

Light Manager has a bunch of cool modes for you to choose from. Wanna see them? Just tap on the “Normal Mode” button in the top-right corner, and you’ll find a whole bunch of awesome options at your fingertips.

Hey there! Let me break it down for you:

• Normal Mode: In this mode, the LED notification will only appear for the most recent notification. It’s possible that you might miss an important notification if it’s hidden under another one.
• Alternating Mode: This mode will continuously cycle through the LED notifications for all of your current notifications. Personally, I think this is the better option if you have multiple notifications set up because you won’t miss any important ones.
• Screen Mode: If your device doesn’t have an LED light or if the LED isn’t customizable, you can use this mode. It will show your important notifications on the main screen of your phone, using more battery but allowing you to see notifications without touching your phone.

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Other Apps for Customizing Notification Lights

Here are some other apps that can help you customize the LED notification light on your Android phone, especially if Light Manager isn’t working for you:

1. Light Flow: Light Flow has all the great features of Light Manager, but it also offers some additional features that are only available in the paid version. With Light Flow, you have the power to control not only the LED lights but also the sound, vibrations, and sleep timers. The interface is sleek and easy to navigate, giving you complete control over your notifications.
2. LED Notifications: LED Notifications is a free app that allows you to take control of your LED light for specific functions such as missed calls, SMS, MMS, and battery status. It’s a simple and straightforward app that gets the job done without any frills or extra features.

Let me introduce you to a couple of cool apps:

1. LED me know – LED me know is a brand new app that’s still in its BETA stage, but trust me, it’s definitely worth a shot. With this app, you can take charge of your notification light for missed calls, SMS, MMS, and apps. But wait, there’s more! Unlike other apps, LED me know also lets you control the notification light for different Gmail labels. How cool is that?
2. LED Blinker Notifications – Now here’s another app you can rely on. LED Blinker Notifications offers a ton of cool customization options to make your LED light experience unique. Just keep in mind that some of the app support is only available in the paid version. This app gives you full control over your LED, allowing you to adjust the rate, set a repeat timer, and even choose custom sounds. You can also personalize when you want to use the app and when you want to disable it. It’s all up to you!

So, in conclusion…

Hey there! Are you tired of constantly checking your phone for important notifications? I’ve got a solution for you. Let’s talk about controlling the LED notification light. It’s a nifty little feature that saves you the hassle of opening your phone every time there’s something important waiting for you. Cool, right? And guess what? I’ve found the perfect app for this job. It’s called Light Manager, and trust me, it’s awesome. Not only is it highly customizable, but it’s also completely free. How cool is that?

Now, if you’re willing to spend a few bucks, there’s another great option for you – Light Flow. It not only lets you control the LED notification light, but it also gives you extra control over sound and vibration. So, if you’re someone who likes to have complete control over your notifications, Light Flow is worth considering.

I’m curious to know about your experience with customizing the notification light. Which app did you use? Let me know! I’m all ears.