El Alert Slider physical button is one of the most popular and useful within the family of OnePlus mobiles. It is a button designed to facilitate general control of the device, quickly switching between the sound configuration modes. However, for some users three sound modes are not enough when configuring the device.
There are alternatives to customize the Alert Slider experience, enabling controls beyond toggling between Do Not Disturb, Sound, and Silent. In this guide we explore different options to customize the control experience through the Alert Slider. The proposals that are part of the article do not require access to root permissions. Simply by installing the applications we can already modify the Alert Slider controls.
Customize the OnePlus Alert Slider for a more comfortable experience
The only phones that feature an Alert Slider button today are in the OnePlus family. In addition, it is a button that works from Android 6.0, so previous models of the operating system do not have apps that can configure these functions. Once the two requirements are met, we can start playing with the configuration apps for customized customization.
To customize the Alert Slider bar we will use Xposed, a module that allows you to map the behavior of the button adding several additional functions. Using the Oxygen Slider module you can alter how the button works without being blocked by the operating system.
New controls for the Alert Slider
The actions that you can configure are varied. You can maintain the behavior with quick access to the three sound modalities, but other alternatives are added that, depending on the type of user, may be more comfortable.
- Silent mode.
- Do not disturb mode.
- Do Not Disturb Mode (games).
- Silence (vibration).
- Activate or deactivate reading mode.
- Dream.
- Night mode.
- Turn Flashlight on or off.
- Quick access to Camera.
- Turn Wi-Fi on or off.
- Activate or deactivate Energy saving mode.
- Do nothing.
- Activate or deactivate Bluetooth.
- Take a screenshot.
- Activate or deactivate Hotspot.
How do you install the Xposed module?
To install Xposed on OnePlus and customize Alert Slider you have to enable the bootloader. This action requires factory erasing your device, so first make a backup copy of all mobile content and applications. It is recommended to use the Magisk Manager application and download the Xposed version according to the operating system.
Once the Xposed module is installed, you will have a module called Oxygen Slider. Restart the device to have it activated, and from there you can navigate the settings to modify the behavior of the Alert Slider according to your needs.
The success of Alert Slider and how to customize the experience
The reason behind the great success of Alert Slider is that it allowed precise and physical control of mobile functions. With its three positions, the slider button invites the user to always be attentive to the configuration and type of performance that the mobile has.
Of the basic functions that OnePlus added to it, unofficial modules and alternatives can now be used to convert the experience according to our needs. Through the three positions that the button has, it is possible to configure quick access to functions and tools on the phone.
The OnePlus 10T and criticism for the lack of Alert Slider
In the latest versions, the OnePlus manufacturer has decided to do without the Alert Slider button, but the community continues to demand it. That is why it is not ruled out that it will return in future devices, even on mobiles from the OnePlus family of companies such as OPPO and realme.
The Alert Slider has always been characterized as being a quick access button for sound settings. But customization enthusiasts were developing ways to add even more functionality to it. That is why the absence in the OnePlus 10T was not well received.
The firm's executives explained that the removal was due to the need to optimize space for mobile components. However, public reaction could lead future devices to look for a way to reincorporate the Alert Slider. For now, and in case you have old devices that still have it, you can try the Xposed module to customize it to your liking.
Conclusion
If you have any older OnePlus model and want to give the Alert Slider a new lease of life can be further customized. Using the Xposed module and the new Oxygen Slider you will be able to turn the button into a physical access to special functions. Otherwise, it remains to wait for new devices from both OnePlus and OPPO or realme that incorporate this button in their design. It is an idea that does not sound far-fetched considering the claims and requests from the community for the slider to return. Perhaps in the new version it already incorporates customization alternatives from the factory.