Long pressing the power button no more brings the power menu. Instead it will launch Google assistant. So how to turn off Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro?. There are couple of methods which includes remapping the power button to the power menu. So let’s explore them one by one.
How to turn off Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro
Using hardware combination method
To use this method, press and hold Volume up and power buttons together. You get menu which has option to turn off or restart. Choose the one you wish based on your requirement of whether you want to reboot or switch off.
Using Power icon
Go to Quick panel by swiping down twice on the screen. You will see power icon. Tap on it. You will get power menu to choose between restart or turn off.
Remapping the power key to the power menu
If want get the power menu in a traditional way, that is using the power key, there is a way to do it. So
- Go into Settings.
- Scroll down till the end.
- Tap System and then Gestures.
- Tap “Press and hold the power button”.
- Toggle off “Hold for Assistant “.
In the future, whenever you press and hold power button, you will get the power menu.
These are the three different ways to switch off or restart Google Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro.
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