One of the standout features of the Nokia 7 Plus is its clean, pure Android experience. While this stock Android setup delivers a beautiful, bloat-free interface, it can feel like you're missing some of the flashy extras found in custom skins like MIUI or ZenUI.
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1. Screenshot shortcut
2. Unlock System UI Tuner for hidden functions
3. Enable Ambient Display
4. Enable gestures
5. Automatically switch to mobile data
6. Change notification priorities
7. Adjust the navigation bar
8. Get rid of the Google app screen
9. Use the fingerprint sensor for navigation
10. Unlock your phone with your voice
Get the most out of your phone
That said, stock Android packs plenty of powerful features—they're just tucked away in the Settings menu. Drawing from my hands-on experience with the Nokia 7 Plus, I've compiled these 10 practical tweaks to help you customize and optimize your device like a pro.
Most smartphones, from flagships like the Galaxy Note 8 to budget options like the Mi Mix, require pressing Power + Volume Down for screenshots. Not the Nokia 7 Plus. It offers a convenient Quick Settings tile for one-tap captures.
To add it, swipe down to open Quick Settings, tap the edit icon, and drag the Screenshot tile into the active area—ideally to the first page for quick access.
Next time, just tap to snap—effortless and efficient.
Stock Android shines in its depth of customization. The System UI Tuner unlocks advanced options not visible in standard settings, perfect for tailoring your interface.
To enable it, swipe down Quick Settings and long-press the Settings gear until "System UI Tuner has been enabled" appears.
Then, go to Settings > System > System UI Tuner > Status bar to toggle icons on or off for a cleaner look.
The Nokia 7 Plus's Ambient Display is a smart cousin to Always-On features, briefly showing time and notifications on the lock screen.
Activate it via Settings > Display > Advanced > Ambient Display. Toggle "When device is picked up" and "New notifications" for optimal use.
Pro Tip: Pair it with Double-tap to wake in Display settings to check alerts without pressing the power button.The Nokia 7 Plus supports key gestures, including a standout fingerprint swipe for notifications—swipe down on the sensor to open the shade.
Enable via Settings > System > Gestures > third option toggle.
Stuck on Wi-Fi with no internet? The Nokia 7 Plus smartly detects this and switches to cellular data automatically.
Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi preferences > Advanced > Switch to mobile data automatically.
Fine-tune notifications per app, even overriding Do Not Disturb for critical ones like work apps.
Settings > Apps & notifications > [App] > Notifications > Allow notification overriding DND. For messaging, set to Urgent.
Quick access: Swipe notification slightly left/right for gear icon.
Stock nav bar is basic, but apps like Navbar Animations add flair with free and premium effects—even Avengers themes (paid).
Install, grant access, and select your animation.
Ditch the swipe-left Google feed: Long-press home screen > Home settings > Disable "Show Google App".
Pro Tip: Try Squircle icons in the same menu for a fresh look.Transform your sensor into a full nav bar: Search "Navigation" in Settings > Enable option.
Tap: Back; Long-press: Home; Swipe: Recents.
Set up Voice Match via Google Assistant for hands-free unlock.
Long-press home for Assistant setup, then Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Voice Match.
These tweaks elevate your Nokia 7 Plus experience. Explore further, and pair with top Android apps for even more polish.
