How to configure 'Do Not Disturb' mode on the Samsung Galaxy S8

The Galaxy S8, like other Android phones, has a native system feature that allows you to mute all app notifications, calls and alarms, except for the ringtones you determine. The function also allows you to set a specific activity time to prevent you from being disturbed during a meeting, for example.

See, in the following tutorial, how to enable and customize Do Not Disturb mode on Samsung's top-of-the-line smartphone. The feature can be accessed through the notification curtain or via phone settings.

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Enabling the shortcut feature in the notification curtain

Step 1. Slide your finger from top to bottom at the top of the screen. Then, from the notification area, swipe from right to left.

Accessing the notification curtain on the Galaxy S8

Step 2. Touch the "Do Not Disturb" icon. Notice that a notification appears stating that the function has been activated.

Enabling Do Not Disturb mode on the Galaxy S8

Configuring the 'Do Not Disturb' function

Step 1. Open the Galaxy S8 app tray and touch "Settings". Then go to "Sounds and Vibration".

Accessing the Sounds and Vibration Settings on the Galaxy S8

Step 2. Touch "Do Not Disturb". To set a time in which the function is active, enter the option "Activate as programmed". You can set the days of the week that the feature will work by tapping on "Days". You can also set a start and end time for Do Not Disturb mode.