It's hard to remember all the things to do during the week. Fight forgetfulness and stick to your predetermined plan by setting a reminder on your phone to let you know that it's time to do something! Setting alerts for work, birthday parties, or special events you want to attend can prevent you from being late or completely forgetting the event.
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Method 1 of 3: Using Alarm Alerts
Step 1. Exit the standby mode on the phone and go to the home screen
The home screen is the default location where the Android device's default apps are displayed. Here you can find the device's built-in clock app, which is usually a circular wall clock.
If the default clock app is not on your home screen, open the app drawer by tapping the 6-dot icon arranged horizontally in 2 groups of 3 dots each. This icon is at the bottom of the screen among other quick access applications, such as contacts and text messages. The device screen will display a list containing various applications including the clock application
Step 2. Open the clock app, then add an alarm
Tap the clock app to open it. The next screen displays tabs for alarms, timers, stopwatches, and world clocks. Select " Alarm ", then tap the plus symbol in the upper right corner to add an alarm.
Step 3. Enter the alarm information
You will now see a list of options that can be set for setting alerts. Enter the time and day you want the alert to appear. Write a brief description of the event in the " Memo " column at the bottom of the " Set Alarm " menu so you don't forget what the warning meant. When you have finished entering the alarm information, select "Save" at the bottom of the "Set alarm" menu.
- If you want the alert to sound every day, or every week on the same day, don't forget to select the "Repeat" option.
- The "Set alarm" menu can also be used to set the alarm tone/music. Scroll down until you see the "Alarm sound" option. Tap that option, then select " Music " in the " Alarm sound " submenu.
Step 4. Make sure the alarm is set correctly
You may mistakenly tap the button and cancel the alert that was set. So, after saving the alarm settings, return to the alarms tab. The newly set alarm will appear below this tab, usually indicated by a colored clock icon to the right of it, indicating that the alarm has been set.
You may notice slight differences depending on the device model and the watch app you are using. However, if the clock icon is filled, usually the alarm is already active. An alarm icon that is white and unfilled usually indicates that the alarm has not been activated
Method 2 of 3: Using Android's Default Calendar App
Step 1. Turn on the phone and go to the home screen
Most Android devices have a simple calendar app installed. You can search for it by swiping the home screen left or right until you find the calendar icon.
- If the calendar app isn't there, you may need to open the app drawer, which is 6 dots in 2 groups of 3 dots each (placed at the bottom of the screen). You can find the calendar in the list of applications displayed there.
- If the calendar app still doesn't exist, your device may not have the app installed. If this is the case, download the calendar app on the Play Store.
Step 2. Add events to the calendar
On the calendar screen, there is a list of dates arranged like a regular calendar, but in the upper right corner there is a plus sign. Add an event by tapping this plus sign.
Step 3. Set the warning
In the " New Event " menu, there are fields that can be used to enter the name of the event, location, date you want to set, and time to remind you. Select " Save " when you have finished entering the event information.
For events of long duration, you may need to check the box that says "All day" to indicate on your calendar that the event is all day long
Step 4. Check your events by returning to the calendar screen
The alerts you set will be in vain if you set the time or date incorrectly. Many calendar applications use slider or roller input to set the time and date for events. You may overdo it when you move it from the desired time.
Method 3 of 3: Using a Scheduling App
Step 1. Download and install the task app on the Google Play Store
Tasks application is designed to assist users in creating alerts, setting alerts or alarms, and taking short notes. Look for the desired application in the Play Store. Each app has its own setup procedure, but each app usually includes installation instructions that you can follow once you've downloaded and clicked on the new icon on your desktop or app drawer. The app drawer is 6 dots arranged horizontally in 2 groups of 3 dots each.
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Some of the options that can be used to perform a search on the Google Play Store include:
- Calendar
- Task apps
- Scheduler
Step 2. Locate and run the task app you just installed
The interface will depend on the app you're using, but in general you can access the app by swiping right or left on the home screen, or by tapping on the app icon on the desktop or app drawer.
Step 3. Create a new alert
The layout of the task app you're using will also vary depending on the app you're using, but you'll usually see an option that says "New Task" or "New Reminder". Select one of these options to add a warning.
- Some applications may use a plus sign to replace " New Task " or " New Reminder ". If neither of these words is present, look for a plus symbol or something similar.
- If you don't see a plus sign or text field for creating a new event, look for the three vertical dots that usually indicate the settings menu. Here you can find a menu for adding new events.
Step 4. Enter the information
There may be lots of fields to fill in here so you'll need to enter additional information about the event. However, some apps may have very few features. Fill in the appropriate blanks in the " New Event " menu, and don't forget to save the event when you have finished entering the event information.
Some task manager applications usually provide an " Enter ", " Next " or other option in place of the " Save " button. Usually, the events you create no will be saved if you do not press the button.
Step 5. Select a priority for the alarm, if available
Some phones or apps have a "Priority" option to set alerts as high, medium, and low priority. If you change it, the color or position of your schedule will change to indicate its priority, whether high or low.
Step 6. Make sure you have entered the event information correctly
Some task manager apps will display the event in the form of a pop-up notification, informing you that the event has been assigned. The information you entered will also be displayed so you can double check.
If no event notification appears, you may have to return to the home screen in the task manager app to check if you entered the event in the task manager correctly or not
Warning
- Don't forget to check if the AM/PM option is set correctly.
- If you set multiple tasks to have a high priority, the most recent task set as high priority will usually be placed first by default in the list. Make sure you've prioritized other events correctly.
