10 time-saving Android automations you can set up right now

Automating tasks on your Android device can save you time and streamline your workflow. Many people are unaware of the capabilities of their Android phones when it comes to automation, but with just a few taps, you can set up various automations that work for you. While it may take some trial and error to figure out which automations suit your needs best, we have compiled a list of 10 automations that you can try right now.

1. **Scheduling ‘Do Not Disturb’ mode**: If you have a set work schedule, automating when Do Not Disturb mode turns on and off can help you stay focused during work hours. To set this up, go to Settings, click on Modes and Routines, add a new mode, set the time period, and choose the actions for the mode.

2. **Scheduling text messages**: You can schedule text messages to be sent at a specific time in case you’re busy and might forget to send them later. Simply compose your message in the Messages app, tap and hold the Send button, and select the date and time for the message to be sent.

3. **Automatically silencing your phone at night**: Setting up a bedtime mode on your phone can silence notifications and minimize distractions while you sleep. Create a sleep routine in Settings under Modes and Routines to enable this automation.

4. **Enabling Google Autofill**: By enabling Google Autofill, you can save time by automatically filling in forms, passwords, and payment details across apps and websites. Go to Settings, select Google, and toggle on Autofill with Google.

5. **Setting up automatic battery-saver mode**: Automatically switching to power-saving mode when your battery is low can help conserve battery life without manual intervention. Create a new mode in Settings under Modes and Routines and set the time period for when the mode should be enabled.

6. **Restricting app usage during work hours**: You can automatically block time-consuming apps during work hours to stay focused. Set up a new mode in Settings under Modes and Routines, choose the time period, and select the apps to restrict during that time.

7. **Automatically enabling dark mode at night**: Enable dark mode during the evening hours to reduce eye strain in low-light conditions. Go to Settings, click on Display, tap Dark mode settings, and set a schedule for when dark mode should be enabled.

8. **Turning Wi-Fi on or off based on location**: Save battery life and enhance security by automatically connecting to trusted Wi-Fi networks when you’re at specific locations. Go to Wi-Fi settings, tap on Intelligent Wi-Fi, and toggle on Turn Wi-Fi on/off automatically.

9. **Automatically backing up photos and videos**: Use Google Photos to automatically back up your photos and videos to the cloud whenever you take new pictures. Go to Google Photos, tap on your profile picture, and toggle on Back up photos and videos in your camera folder.

10. **Enabling auto-rotate for specific apps**: Automatically enable auto-rotate when opening certain apps, such as media apps, to prevent the screen from unintentionally rotating. Create a routine in Settings under Modes and Routines to trigger auto-rotate for specific apps.

Automation on your Android device can help you create habits that improve the functionality of your phone and reduce distractions. Experiment with these automations and tweak them to suit your specific needs. Your Android phone is smarter than you think, so make the most of its capabilities by setting up these time-saving automations.