Navigating Your FTS Phone

You may have noticed by now we are using a custom version of android, whether or not you’ve used an android phone before you may not know all the ways to navigate it, especially since we’re using the very latest and greatest versions of android.
Android phones have come a long way since their introduction, and one of the most significant improvements is in the navigation system. Modern phones offer two primary navigation modes: 3-button, and gesture-based navigation. Each mode has its strengths and weaknesses, and navigating them can be confusing at first. In this article, we’ll explain how to navigate your FTS phone with ease.

The FTS phone ships with the 3-button system navigation setting due to its simplicity. This mode has been around since the early days of Android and includes three buttons at the bottom of the screen: the center circle, left triangle/back arrow, and right square.

To switch to a different navigation mode, follow these steps:

Open Settings > Press System > Gestures > System Navigation

Here are the different commands for each navigation mode:

Gesture Navigation Commands:

• Go to Home screen: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen
• View open apps: Swipe up from the bottom, hold, then let go.
• Go back: Swipe from the left or right edge of the screen towards the center.
• Switch between apps: Swipe left to right from the bottom of the screen.
• Open the app drawer: Swipe up from the middle of the screen.
• View notifications & Quick Settings menu: Swipe down from the top of the screen.
  (Swipe down again to view more quick launch buttons)

3-Button Navigation Commands:

• Go Home: Press the center circle
• Go Back: Press the left triangle/back arrow
• View Open Apps: Press the right square
• Open the app drawer: Swipe up from the middle of the screen.
• View notifications & Quick Settings menu: Swipe down from the top of the screen.
  (Swipe down again to view more quick launch buttons)

Gesture-based navigation is the most modern and fluid navigation mode, but it may take some time to get used to. The key to mastering the gesture-based navigation system is to remember the different gestures for each command. For example, swiping up from the bottom of the screen takes you home, while swiping from the left or right edge of the screen takes you back.

Here are some advanced navigation gestures for the gesture mode:

• Swipe up from the bottom of the screen and hold to enter the app switcher. You can then swipe left or right to switch between open apps.
• Swipe up from the bottom of the screen and hold, then swipe left or right to quickly switch between your recently used apps.
• Swipe up and to the right or left to quickly switch between your two most recently used apps.
• Swipe up from the bottom of the screen at a 45-degree angle to open the app drawer and access your installed apps.
• Swipe down from the top of the screen with two fingers to access the Quick Settings menu.
• Swipe down from the top of the screen with one finger to access the notification panel. You can then swipe down with two fingers to access the Quick Settings menu.
• Swipe up from the bottom of the screen and then quickly swipe to the right or left to switch between apps without entering the app switcher.
• Swipe left or right from the bottom of the screen to quickly switch between open apps, without entering the app switcher.

These advanced navigation gestures can help you navigate your FTS phone more efficiently and quickly access the features and apps you need. Remember, with a little practice, you’ll be able to master these gestures and take full advantage of gesture-based navigation.

In conclusion, navigating your FTS phone can be a breeze with the right knowledge and techniques. By understanding the different navigation modes and their commands, you can switch between them with ease and make the most of your Android experience. With a little practice, you’ll be a pro at navigating your FTS phone in no time.