30 Second Tech – How to Set Up Do Not Disturb Mode Windows/Mac/iOS/Android

Want to focus without interruptions? Enabling Do Not Disturb mode can help you stay focused by silencing notifications across your devices.

Whether you’re working, studying, or just need some peace, setting up Do Not Disturb mode can be a game-changer. Here’s how to do it on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android:

For Windows Users:

1. Open Action Center: Click on the Action Center icon at the bottom right corner of your screen or press Win + A.
2. Turn On Focus Assist: Click on Focus Assist to toggle between Priority only, Alarms only, or Off. Choose the setting that suits you.
3. Customize Settings: Right-click on Focus Assist and select Go to Settings to customize which notifications are allowed.

For Mac Users:

1. Open Control Center: Click on the Control Center icon in the menu bar.
2. Enable Do Not Disturb: Click on Focus and select Do Not Disturb to turn it on.
3. Schedule Do Not Disturb: Go to Apple Menu > System Settings > Notifications & Focus to set up a schedule or customize settings.

For iOS Users:

1. Open Control Center: Swipe down from the top-right corner (iPhone X and later) or swipe up from the bottom (iPhone 8 and earlier).
2. Tap Focus: Tap the Focus icon and choose Do Not Disturb.
3. Schedule and Customize: Go to Settings > Focus > Do Not Disturb to schedule times and customize allowed notifications.

For Android Users:

1. Open Quick Settings: Swipe down from the top of the screen to access Quick Settings.
2. Enable Do Not Disturb: Tap on the Do Not Disturb icon to turn it on.
3. Customize Settings: Go to Settings > Sound & vibration > Do Not Disturb to adjust the settings and schedule.

Quick Tip: Use Do Not Disturb mode to avoid interruptions during meetings, sleep, or focused work sessions.

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