How to add device controls to your Android lock screen

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Open the Device Controls settings

   Swipe down from the top of your screen twice to reveal the Quick Settings panel. Tap the Edit icon—represented by a pencil—to customize your layout, and locate the Device Controls toggle.

   Note: If you do not see the icon, ensure you have the Google Home app installed and at least one device configured.
2. 1 min

   Add the Device Controls tile

   Drag the Device Controls tile from the bottom grid into your active Quick Settings menu. Tap the back arrow to save your changes and return to the main Quick Settings view.

3. 30 sec

   Access the controls menu

   Tap the Device Controls tile you just added. This will launch the primary control interface where your smart home devices are categorized by room or service.

4. 1 min

   Manage your devices list

   Tap the three-dot menu icon in the upper-right corner of the controls screen. Select Add controls to browse your connected services, or Edit controls to reorder or remove existing devices.

   Note: Prioritize your most frequently used devices by moving them to the top of the list.
5. 30 sec

   Use controls from the lock screen

   To access these from the lock screen, tap the Device Controls icon located in the bottom-left corner of the display. If the icon is missing, navigate to Settings > Display > Lock screen and ensure Show device controls is toggled on.

   Note: Some devices may require you to unlock your phone to perform specific actions for security reasons.