The volume button on your phone isn’t just for adjusting sound - it has 6 hidden, amazing functions that many people don’t know about.

1. Photo Capture Function

One popular feature of the volume up/down buttons is the ability to capture photos. When you’re in photo or video mode, you can start recording by pressing one of these buttons instead of tapping the on-screen shutter button.
Note: You might need to enable this feature in your camera app’s settings.

2. Quick Screenshot

If you want to take a screenshot instantly, simply press and hold the power button and the volume down button simultaneously. The screen will be captured immediately without having to access the control center.

3. Page Turning in E-Books

While reading e-books on your phone, you can use the volume buttons to automatically turn the pages—no need to tap the screen. Keep in mind that this feature may vary depending on the e-reading app and the type of phone you’re using.

4. Mute Incoming Call Ringtone

When you’re busy working, in a meeting, or on an important call, you may experience an unexpected ringing phone. To quickly silence the ringtone without rejecting the call, simply press the volume down button. You can also use this button to mute alarms or other notifications; a quick press will stop the sound without disrupting your activities.

5. Turn Off the Flashlight

The flashlight function on your phone is very handy for low-light situations. Instead of unlocking your phone and sliding to control the flashlight, you can quickly turn it off by pressing the volume down button twice.
Note: This feature isn’t available on all phones.

6. Adjust Phone Volume

Rather than navigating through the sound settings, you can quickly adjust your phone’s ringtone volume by unlocking your phone and pressing the volume up or down button.