How to increase the font size on Android


Android gives us access to so much information. It’s as if he carries a small electronic encyclopedia in his pocket 24/7.

But what good is instant access to all useful information when the words are so small that you have to squint just to read what’s on the screen?

Or, if you want as many words on the screen as possible to absorb everything more efficiently, why not make the font smaller for faster reading?

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Sure, it’s possible to zoom in or out on the screen by using two fingers to move the article closer or farther apart, but I don’t want every app or website I’m looking at to respond to this action. It’s not designed.

No matter which category you fall into, there are ways to adjust the font size on Android to accommodate your reading and vision needs. And you can do it just by following these few simple steps.

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How to change the font size on your Android smartphone

(Settings may vary by Android smartphone manufacturer)

Screenshot showing how to access Android phone settings.

Screenshot showing how to access Android phone settings.
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Describes how to move from the Android settings to the display screen.

Describes how to move from the Android settings to the display screen.
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How to access font settings from the display screen.

How to access font settings from the display screen.
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  • A slider appears at the bottom of the screen.Slide left or right to determine font size

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FILE - In this April 16, 2019 file photo, a model holds a Samsung Galaxy Fold smartphone to her face during a media preview event in London. Samsung is delaying the public launch of its long-awaited flip phone this week after reviewers' reports of broken phones. The company was supposed to release the Galaxy Fold on Friday. Instead, it says it will run more tests and announce a new launch date in the coming weeks.  (AP Photo/Kelvin Chang, File)

FILE – In this April 16, 2019 file photo, a model holds a Samsung Galaxy Fold smartphone to her face during a media preview event in London. Samsung is delaying the public launch of its long-awaited flip phone this week after reviewers’ reports of broken phones. The company was supposed to release the Galaxy Fold on Friday. Instead, it says it will run more tests and announce a new launch date in the coming weeks. (AP Photo/Kelvin Chang, File)
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Android has many unique tips and tricks to get the most out of your device. Search “Android” on CyberGuy.com to find other fun tricks for your Android phone.

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