How to Control Do Not Disturb via Phone Link on Windows 11
The Phone Link app on Windows 11 lets you control your phone’s Do Not Disturb mode directly from your PC.
Do Not Disturb is a phone setting that silences all calls and alerts, stopping interruptions. This feature is especially useful when you need to focus on work or important tasks on your computer and don’t want your phone buzzing.
You can manage this setting without picking up your phone. This guide shows you how to turn Do Not Disturb on or off for your connected mobile device using the Phone Link app.
Control your phone’s Do Not Disturb mode from your Windows 11 PC using the Phone Link app. Open the Phone Link app, find the “Do not disturb” button on the left panel, and click it to toggle the mode on or off.
Option 1Control Your Phone’s Alerts with the Phone Link App
This is a quick way to manage your phone’s “Do Not Disturb” setting if you already use the Phone Link app. It acts like a direct shortcut on your computer.
Open the Phone Link App
To control your phone’s Do Not Disturb mode from your Windows 11 PC, open the Phone Link app. You can locate the Phone Link app by searching for ‘Phone Link’ in the Windows search bar . If you are using the Phone Link app for the first time, you must link your Android phone to your PC by following the app’s instructions.
Find the “Do Not Disturb” Button
The ‘Do Not Disturb’ button on the Phone Link app’s main screen controls your phone’s Do Not Disturb mode. This button, often found near the top of the left-side panel, may display a moon or crossed-out circle icon to show if Do Not Disturb is active.
Turn "Do Not Disturb" On or Off
The 'Do not disturb' button controls your phone's notification settings. Clicking the 'Do not disturb' button when Do Not Disturb is off turns Do Not Disturb on, silencing your phone. Clicking the 'Do not disturb' button when it is already on turns Do Not Disturb off, allowing notifications. The button's appearance changes to show its current status.
Option 2Manage "Do Not Disturb" Through Windows Settings
Open Windows Settings
Press the Windows key + I keys on your keyboard together. This opens the Settings window. You can also click the Start button and choose the gear icon to open Settings.
Go to Mobile Devices
In the Settings window, look for "Bluetooth & devices" on the left side and click it. On the right side, click on "Mobile devices."
Select Your Linked Phone
In the "Mobile devices" section, you will see a list of phones connected to your PC. Find your Android phone and click on its name. It might appear as "My Samsung Galaxy" or something similar.
Find and Adjust "Do Not Disturb" Controls
Once you click on your phone's name within the Phone Link app, you'll see a screen with various controls for your device. Look for a section specifically for 'Do Not Disturb' or notification settings. Here, you can find the option to turn Do Not Disturb on or off for your phone by clicking the switch provided.
Close Settings
After you set "Do Not Disturb" how you want it, you can close the Settings window. Your changes are saved automatically.
Summary
You can easily manage your phone's 'Do Not Disturb' mode directly from your Windows 11 PC using the Phone Link app. Whether you use the quick toggle on the main screen or navigate through Windows Settings under 'Mobile devices,' it's simple to silence your phone when you need to focus on your computer without distractions.
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