Learn the basics
Gestures
Explore special gestures designed to save you time and make your day
easier.
Find it: Swipe up
> Settings > System > Gestures
Note: Your phone may not have all features.
» Swipe fingerprint for notifications: Swipe down on the fingerprint
sensor to check your notifications.
» Double press power key: Press the Power button twice to launch
Google Assistant or the main camera.
» System navigation: Navigate using either gestures or buttons at the
bottom of the screen. For more, see System navigation.
» Prevent ringing: Press the Power and Volume Up buttons at the same
time to switch incoming calls to vibrate or mute.
» Power menu: Press and hold the Power button to turn o or restart
your phone, make an emergency call, and see connected devices
quickly.
» Three finger screenshot: Touch and hold the screen with three fingers
to take a screenshot.
» Fast flashlight: Turn the flashlight on/o with two chopping motions.
» Swipe to split: See apps in split screen by swiping back and forth.
Note: See more gestures in Moto.
Direct Share
In some apps, you can share something directly to a contact, app, or
conversation.
Google Direct Share screen. Tap a contact to share an item. Swipe up to get more options.
Select the share option (usually by tapping ) within an app, then
choose an app or contact to share information.
To share files using Bluetooth or Nearby Share, see Connect, share &
sync.
Gmail
Messages
Send with Files Rate & Tag in Print Duo
Search image Save to Drive Bluetooth
Chat Nearby Share Add to Maps
Swipe up for more
share options.
Tap an app to
share information.