Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are the latest flagship smartphones with lot of emphasize on AI. This tutorial covers three different ways to turn off Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro.
How to turn off or restart Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro
Out of the box, long pressing the power button launches Google Assistance. So how to switch off Pixel 8. Is there a way to re assign power key to the power menu? Here is the solution to all of these questions.
Method 1: Shut down using Physical buttons
This method uses Volume up and power buttons. So press and hold Volume up and power buttons together. You will get the power menu. From this menu, select Power off or restart based on your requirement.
Method 2: Switch off using Quick Panel
To use this method, go to the Quick Panel by swiping down twice on the screen. You will see the Power icon. Tap on it. You will get the regular power menu. You can perform your action as per your preference.
Method 3: Remap the power key to Power menu on Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro
If you wish to reassign the power key to the power menu, there is a easy steps you can follow. So go to Settings and then System. Tap Gestures. From the available gestures select “Press and hold the power button“. Select Power Menu in the Press & hold Power button to access the section.
In the future, if you press and hold the power button, you will get the power menu to restart or shut down Pixel 8. From here, tap on Power off to switch off the device.
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