How to Enable Demo Mode on Android

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"Demo mode" is a mode mainly for developers. It is used to take in app screenshots, for your developed app. Here's how to enable it.

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    Go to the device's settings. There are 2 ways to get to them.
    • Swipe up from the notification panel, and click on the settings icon.
    • Find the device's settings app in the app menu.
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    Click on Software Info and click 5 or 7 times on the Build Number button. This will enable developer options.
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    Scroll down until you find Demo Mode . Enable it, and you're finished!
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    Where can I find demo mode on my mobile phone?
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    Try looking through the Developer section of the settings, which a lot of phones have.
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      • If you're not experienced with your device, don't change any other settings in the Developer Options.
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