How to turn off the flashlight on a Samsung phone: all methods in 2026

Flashlight on smartphones Samsung Galaxy is one of the most popular functions, but sometimes it turns on accidentally or is forgotten when it is active. A low battery, overheating of the case, or simply the inconvenience of a constant glow are reasons to turn it off as quickly as possible. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods, including standard and hidden methods for different versions Android (from 12 to 14) and models Samsung —from budget Galaxy A to flagship S23 Ultra.

Features of phones Samsung —several ways to control the flashlight, some of which depend on the firmware One UI. For example, on older versions (before One UI 5) there was no gesture for double-pressing the power button, but in new versions there was integration with Bixby. We tested all methods on real devices and identified the most reliable ones - even if your smartphone is “buggy” or does not respond to touches.

1. Standard method: notification panel

The most obvious and universal method is using quick settings panel. It works on all models Samsung regardless of the version Android and does not require additional settings. Here's how to do it:

• 📱 Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification panel.
• 🔦 Find the flashlight icon (usually it is located in the first row or hidden under the “More” button).
• 👆 Click on the icon once - the flashlight will turn off and the icon will change color to gray.

If the flashlight icon is not in the visible area, swipe left/right across the panel or click on the text “More” (or three dots) to expand all available radio buttons. On some firmware Samsung the order of the icons can be adjusted - we will talk about this in one of the following sections.

2. Double pressing the power button (or side button)

Function Double tap for flashlight appeared in One UI 3.1 and has since become one of the most convenient control methods. It allows you to turn the flashlight on and off even on a locked screen without unlocking your phone. However, this option may be disabled by default.

To activate or deactivate it:

1. Open Settings → Additional features.
2. Select item Button management (on some models - Gestures and movements).
3. Find the option Double press of the button power and turn it on.

Now, to turn off the flashlight, simply press twice quickly on the side button (or the power button if it is located on the right). This method is especially useful when the screen is off or the phone is in your pocket.

3. Voice commands via Bixby or Google Assistant

If you have turned on voice assistant (Bixby or Google Assistant), the flashlight can be turned off by voice - this is convenient when your hands are full. For Bixby (pre-installed on most Samsung) it is enough to say:

⚠️ Attention: Voice commands work only with an active Internet connection (for Google Assistant) or configured Bixby Voice. On devices without a microphone (for example, after repair), this method is not available.

• 🎤 «Turn off the flashlight" (for Bixby).
• 🎤 «Turn off the flashlight" or "Turn off flashlight" (for Google Assistant).

To activate voice control:

• For Bixby: hold the button Bixby (left) or say "Hi, Bixby."
• For Google Assistant: Say "Ok Google" or hold the button Home (on older models).

On Galaxy S24 and newer Bixby may require additional settings for permission to control the flashlight. Check this in Settings → Applications → Bixby → Permissions.

4. Through the camera settings (alternative method)

Few people know, but the flashlight on Samsung can be turned off through the app Camera. This method is useful if the notification panel does not respond or the screen is locked with a password that you have forgotten. works:

1. Open the standard application Camera (not third-party!).
2. Switch to mode Video or Photo (doesn't matter).
3. Touch the icon flashlight (usually in the upper left corner) - it should be is highlighted in yellow. Click on it to turn it off.

This method works because the flashlight Samsung uses the same LED as the camera flash. However, on some models (for example, Galaxy A54there is a flashlight icon). the camera may be missing - this depends on the regional firmware.

Why does the flashlight not turn off through the camera?

On some devices Samsung with custom firmware (for example, after root access), the connection between the camera application and the flashlight is broken. In this case, only a reboot or reset will help. settings.

5. Resetting the flashlight (if it is frozen)

Sometimes the flashlight on Samsung may "freeze" in the on state - for example, after a firmware failure or a conflict with third-party applications (for example, Flashlight Widget). In this case, the standard methods do not work, and a forced shutdown is required.

Here's what you can do:

• 🔄 Restart the phone —in 80% of cases, this solves the problem. Hold the power button + volume down until the reboot menu appears.
• 🛠️ Clear the cache of the "Settings" application:
  1. Go to Settings → Applications.
  2. Find the application Settings (gear icon).
  3. Select Memory → Clear cache.

📱 Disable all third-party flashlight widgets —they can block standard functions.

If the flashlight still does not turn off, check whether SOS mode is activated (on some models it automatically turns on the flashlight during an emergency call). To do this:

1. Open Settings → Security and emergency functions.
2. Check the status Sending SOS —if it is active, turn it off.

6. Setting the brightness and automatic shutdown timer

On Samsung Galaxy s One UI 5.0 and later it became possible to configure flashlight brightness i automatic shutdown timer. This is useful if you often forget to turn it off manually. Here's how to set it:

1. Open Settings → Advanced functions.
2. Select Flashlight (on some models the item is called Flash).
3. Activate the option Automatic shutdown and set the time (from 1 to 10 minutes).
4. Adjust the slider Brightness —this affects battery consumption.

On Galaxy S23 Ultra i Z Fold 5 a function is also available "Adaptive flashlight", which automatically adjusts the brightness depending on the light level. However, it may conflict with some applications (for example, Snapchat), so if there are problems, it is better to disable it.

Model Samsung	Timer support	Brightness adjustment	Adaptive mode
Galaxy S24/S23	✅ Yes	✅ Yes (3 levels)	✅ Yes
Galaxy A54/A34	✅ Yes	✅ Yes (2 levels)	❌ No
Galaxy Z Flip 5	✅ Yes	✅ Yes (smooth adjustment)	✅ Yes
Galaxy M33	❌ No	✅ Yes (basic)	❌ No

On Galaxy S22 and older with activating the maximum brightness of the flashlight, its operating time is reduced to 20-30 minutes due to overheating of the LED. To avoid this, use a medium brightness level.

7. Turning off the flashlight via ADB (for advanced users)

If standard methods do not work (for example, after an unsuccessful update or system crash), you can turn off the flashlight via ADB commands. This method requires connecting the phone to the computer and switching on USB debugging.

Instructions:

1. Enable Mode Developer:
   • Go to Settings → About phone → Software information.
   • Click 7 times on Build number.

Go back in Settings → System → Developer Mode and activate USB Debugging.

Connect your phone to the PC, open command line (or Terminal on Mac/Linux) and enter:

adb shell cmd flashlight off

If the command does not work, try the alternative:

adb shell "echo 0 > /sys/class/leds/flashlight/brightness"

⚠️ Attention: Using ADB may cause system crashes if you enter incorrect commands. Do not change other settings in /sys/class/leds/ without understanding the consequences.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

🔦 Why does the flashlight on Samsung turn on by itself?

This may happen due to:

• Accidentally pressing the power button (if double-press is activated).
• Conflict with applications like Flash Alerts (they use a flashlight for notifications).
• Firmware failure - try updating One UI in Settings → Software update.

To disable auto-on, check the settings Accessibility → Notifications → Notification flash.

📱 Is it possible turn off the flashlight on a switched off phone?

No, if the phone is completely turned off, the flashlight will also turn off automatically. However, if the device stuck (the screen is black, but the flashlight is on), try:

• Hold the power button + volume down 10-15 seconds (forced reboot).
• Connect the phone to charge - sometimes this will “wake up” the system.

⚡ The flashlight quickly drains the battery. How to reduce consumption?

The flashlight LED on Samsung consumes from 100 to 300 mA depending on the brightness. To save battery:

• Reduce the brightness in the flashlight settings (see section 6).
• Use the automatic shutdown timer (maximum 5 minutes).
• Disable background applications that can activate the flashlight (for example, WhatsApp with message notifications).

🔧 After the update, the flashlight stopped working. What should I do?

This is a typical problem after major updates One UITry:

1. Clear application cache Camera i Settings.
2. Reset application settings: Settings → General → Reset → Reset application settings.
3. Check if the flashlight is disabled in Settings → Additional functions → Flashlight.

If all else fails, contact support Samsung - it may be necessary flashing.

📲 Can I control the flashlight via SmartThings?

Yes, but only on devices with One UI 4.0 and newer. To do this:

1. Install the application SmartThings and. log in.
2. Add your Samsung Galaxy to the list of devices.
3. In the device management section, find the switch Flashlight.

Limitation: the function only works in one Wi-Fi network and requires an active connection to the Internet.