It’s no secret that cell phone batteries don’t exactly thrive under heavy use. Given how often and for how long you use your phone, it’s not surprising that its battery life is short. Thankfully, there are some simple measures you can take to keep your battery functioning for as long as possible. You can get longer use out of your phone’s battery by employing any of these 7 tips, which range from lowering the screen’s brightness to closing unused apps. No matter how much or how little you know about technology, you will be able to extend the life of your battery by reading on.

Switching to a power-saving mode will help you save on your energy bills.

If your phone’s battery is draining too quickly, try switching to power save mode. Your phone’s battery life will be prolonged as a result of this.

An electronic device’s power-saving mode can be activated in various ways. Turning off unused features is one option. The brightness, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS settings are all there for you to adjust.

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If you want to save power without sacrificing screen quality, try reducing the resolution of your display. If you follow these steps, you can reduce the amount of power your phone uses without sacrificing its performance.

When you get a call or text message, you can choose to either hear a sound or just feel a vibration. To make modifications to the vibration and sound settings, go to “Settings” and then “Sound & Vibration.”

Last but not least, use only the functions and software that are essential to you. If there are any apps on your phone that you never use, you should delete them. These are just a few of the many options you have for conserving battery life on your mobile device.

Reduce the brightness of the screen

Battery life expectations for smartphones are currently very high. You can expect them to last you all day, even with moderate to heavy use. However, you can take additional steps to increase the battery’s longevity. There are few things more draining on battery life than a bright screen.

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Turning down the screen’s brightness can extend battery life more than you think. Light output is lower, but you probably won’t be texting in the dark anyway. Turn up the brightness whenever you feel the need.

A number of methods exist for reducing screen brightness. The brightness levels can be adjusted manually in the phone’s settings. This feature is typically located in the “display” or “screen” section of the settings menu. If your phone also has an ambient light sensor, you can enable auto-brightness and let it automatically adjust the brightness to suit the current lighting conditions.

Another strategy for reducing screen glare is to use a dark theme or wallpaper. You can use this to make everything on your screen, including text, icons, and menus, look more subdued. Some getting used to is inevitable, but the potential battery savings are worth the effort. And it looks pretty good too!

You shouldn’t use your phone while it’s charging.

The battery life will decrease more quickly if you keep using the device while it is charging. It’s also dangerous to leave your phone unattended while charging because you could spill liquid on it or drop it, breaking it or electrocuting yourself. To get the most out of your phone’s battery life, avoid using it while it’s charging and unplug it entirely when you’re not using it.

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Keep your apps up-to-date at all times.

Maintaining up-to-date app versions is a great way to keep your phone running for longer. Using out-of-date software can reduce battery life and put your device at risk.

If you’re using an iOS device, open the App Store app and swipe down to the bottom right to access the Updates menu. Launch the Google Play Store app on your Android device, then tap the Menu icon (three horizontal lines), followed by My apps & games. A list of apps that are long overdue for an update will be presented. Just click the Update button next to each item to get the most recent revision.

Connect via Wi-Fi rather than cellular data.

If you can, use Wi-Fi instead of your data plan. Using data will drain your battery much faster than connecting to a Wi-Fi network will. If there’s a Wi-Fi network available, use it so you can save your mobile data for when you really need it.

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Stop using obsolete software

There are probably a few apps on your phone that you’ve never used. It could be an app you once used but have since forgotten about, or it could be an app you installed on a whim but haven’t touched in a long time. These extraneous programs are consuming space on your hard drive and using up your battery life.

By removing unnecessary applications, you can increase performance and prolong battery life. If you’re having trouble figuring out which apps you can live without, start by removing the ones you don’t use very often, like games and social media. Simply re-download them if you anticipate needing them in the future.

When you only use an app occasionally, it’s a good idea to create a folder on your home screen for it so that it’s out of the way when you don’t need it but easy to access when you do. Having fewer icons on your home screen will make it easier to find the programs you use most frequently.

Lock down your mobile device.

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You can lengthen the life of your phone’s battery with regular charging and maintenance. Below are some guidelines to keep in mind:

First and foremost, make sure to clean your phone after each use. The rate at which a battery drains increases if dirt and grime have accumulated on its contact terminals.

Phone use is discouraged during periods of extremely high or low temperatures. Intense heat or cold can reduce the battery’s useful life.

As a third piece of advice, use a screen protector if you must use your phone outside in direct sunlight. Intense solar radiation can degrade batteries and reduce their useful life.

Don’t even think about leaving your phone charging overnight. The capacity and safety of a battery are both negatively affected by overcharging.

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The best way to protect your phone is to store it in a cool, dry place when you’re not using it. This will extend the life of the battery.