How to Use Double Tap Gestures on Android

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Open the System Settings

   Unlock your device and navigate to the Settings app from your home screen or app drawer. Tap the gear icon to launch the primary system configuration menu.

2. 30 sec

   Access Display or Gesture settings

   Scroll down and select Display. Depending on your specific manufacturer skin, look for Lock screen or Gestures sub-menus to locate screen wake controls.

   Note: On Samsung devices, look under Advanced features > Motions and gestures.
3. 30 sec

   Enable Double Tap to Wake

   Locate the toggle labeled Double tap to check phone, Double tap to wake, or Tap to wake. Switch the toggle to the On position to activate the gesture.

4. 30 sec

   Enable Double Tap to Sleep

   Navigate to your home screen settings by long-pressing an empty space on the home screen and tapping Home settings. Ensure the Double tap to lock or Double tap to sleep toggle is active.

   Note: Not all manufacturer launchers support double tap to lock; third-party launchers may be required.
5. 30 sec

   Test the Gestures

   Turn off your screen and tap the center of the display twice in quick succession to verify the wake function. On the home screen, tap an empty area twice to verify the device locks.

   Note: Ensure you are using a light, quick tapping motion to register the gesture correctly.