## Turning Down the Volume on Incoming Calls
We’ve all been there – engrossed in work, a meeting, or a client discussion, when a sudden phone call interrupts the flow. To quickly mute the ring without rejecting the call, simply press the volume down button. This handy trick mutes the ring without disrupting the call, giving you the option to decide whether to answer based on the situation.
Additionally, the volume down button comes to the rescue when you need to silence other notifications, like alarms or message alerts, without interrupting your task at hand.
## Flashlight Off with a Double Tap
The phone’s flashlight is a handy tool in dark environments, but remember to turn it off when you’re done. For a quick shut-off without unlocking your screen, simply double-tap the volume down button. However, this feature isn’t available on all phones, so keep that in mind.
## Adjusting Phone Volume
To adjust your ringtone or notification volume, instead of heading to the sound settings, you can unlock your screen and directly use the volume up or down buttons to change the phone’s sound levels.
## Volume Buttons as a Camera Shutter
One of the most useful features of the volume buttons is their ability to act as a camera shutter. When taking photos or videos, you can use the volume buttons instead of tapping the on-screen shutter button to initiate the capture.
Note that to enable this feature, you may need to go into your camera app’s settings and turn on the option to take photos with the volume buttons.
## Instant Screenshot Capture
For a quick screenshot, simply press and hold the power button and the volume down button simultaneously. No need to swipe into the control center – your screen will be captured instantly.
## Page Turning Made Easy
When reading e-books on your phone, you might find it more convenient to use the volume buttons to turn the pages instead of touching the screen. However, this feature may vary depending on the e-book app and phone model you’re using.