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What are the two different modes that most screens on mobile devices are designed for?
What are the two different modes that most screens on mobile devices are designed for?
- Vertical mode and horizontal mode
- Day mode and night mode
- Zoom mode and scroll mode
- Portrait mode and landscape mode (correct)
Why do most users default to using their smartphones in portrait mode?
Why do most users default to using their smartphones in portrait mode?
- It's easier to hold with one hand (correct)
- It conserves battery life
- It reduces the risk of screen damage
- It provides better display for videos
What does the rotation lock do when enabled on a mobile device?
What does the rotation lock do when enabled on a mobile device?
- Prevents the device from changing from portrait to landscape mode (correct)
- Enables a 360-degree rotation
- Locks the screen orientation to landscape mode
- Enhances the auto rotation feature
Where can you check and disable the rotation lock on an iOS device?
Where can you check and disable the rotation lock on an iOS device?
What does a clear or transparent background indicate for auto rotation?
What does a clear or transparent background indicate for auto rotation?
Where can you find the auto rotation setting on an Android device?
Where can you find the auto rotation setting on an Android device?
How can you identify if auto rotation is enabled on an Android device?
How can you identify if auto rotation is enabled on an Android device?
What can happen if a user is touching the screen while trying to move the device to its side?
What can happen if a user is touching the screen while trying to move the device to its side?
What is the purpose of holding the phone by the outside when trying to correct the rotation issue?
What is the purpose of holding the phone by the outside when trying to correct the rotation issue?
Why may some applications only work in one mode?
Why may some applications only work in one mode?
What can be a possible indication if the device does not auto rotate on the home screen?
What can be a possible indication if the device does not auto rotate on the home screen?
What is the function of the accelerometer or motion sensor inside a device?
What is the function of the accelerometer or motion sensor inside a device?
Where can you check for rotation lock on an Apple device?
Where can you check for rotation lock on an Apple device?
What should you do if auto rotation is not working after checking the rotation lock and applications?
What should you do if auto rotation is not working after checking the rotation lock and applications?
What is the consequence of a defective accelerometer or motion sensor?
What is the consequence of a defective accelerometer or motion sensor?
What is the first thing to check if a screen doesn't auto rotate?
What is the first thing to check if a screen doesn't auto rotate?
Flashcards
Mobile screen modes
Mobile screen modes
Portrait and landscape
Why portrait mode?
Why portrait mode?
Easier to hold with one hand
Rotation lock function
Rotation lock function
Prevents screen rotation between portrait and landscape modes
iOS rotation lock location
iOS rotation lock location
In the control center
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Transparent background meaning
Transparent background meaning
Auto rotation is disabled.
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Android rotation setting
Android rotation setting
Inside the notification drawer
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Auto-rotate enabled
Auto-rotate enabled
The auto-rotate icon will be highlighted
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Touching screen during rotation
Touching screen during rotation
The device may not rotate.
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Holding phone by edges
Holding phone by edges
To prevent interference from touch, ensuring proper rotation detection.
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Apps in one mode only
Apps in one mode only
Due to specific programming constraints or design choices.
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Home screen non-rotation
Home screen non-rotation
A hardware problem with the accelerometer
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Accelerometer function
Accelerometer function
Detects the phone's orientation, determining which way the phone is being held
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Apple rotation lock check
Apple rotation lock check
Control center
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Auto-rotate still not working
Auto-rotate still not working
Get the device fully diagnosed, as there may be a hardware issue.
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Defective accelerometer result
Defective accelerometer result
Prevents auto rotation.
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First auto-rotate check
First auto-rotate check
Rotation lock setting. Is the rotation lock on?
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