16 Hidden Amazon Fire Tablet Tips And Tricks

If you’re a proud owner of an Amazon Fire tablet, you might be wondering how to get the most out of it. Luckily, we’ve got 16 handy tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your Fire tablet.

Remove Animations

To speed up your Amazon Fire Tablet, you can remove UI animations. You can do this by enabling Developer Options. To enable it, go to Device options and tap the serial number seven times; a pop-up will appear that says Developer mode. Now you have Developer options. In Developer options, tap “Window animation scale,” “Transition animation scale,” and “Animator Duration Scale”. By default, the “Window animation scale,” “Transition animation scale,” and “Animator Duration Scale” options are set to “1x”. Tap on each of these options and change them to “0.5x” or “off”. Your Amazon Fire Tablet will now look more streamlined without animations.

Switch to Gesture Navigation

While you’re modernizing the interface, consider switching from the default three-button navigation to gesture navigation. Go to Settings > Device Options > System Navigation and select “Gesture navigation.” Instead of tapping buttons, you swipe up from the bottom to go home and swipe up and hold to see recent apps. It’s the same navigation style used on most modern smartphones, and it makes your Fire tablet feel more up to date.

Enable Free-Form Windows

While you’re in Developer Options, scroll to the bottom and enable “Free-form windows.” This lets you resize and move app windows freely on your screen, similar to windows on a desktop. It takes multitasking on your Fire tablet to another level, letting you arrange multiple apps side by side however you like.

Turn On “Sound On Keypress”

By default, the Amazon Fire tablet’s Keyboard doesn’t make a sound when you type. To turn it on, follow these steps:

Open Settings>Choose Device Options>Tap Keyboard and language> Current keyboard settings>Enable sound on keypress.

Blue Shade (Blue Light Filter) On Amazon Fire Tablet

If you’re using your tablet at night, we recommend using the Blue Shade option on your Amazon Fire Tablet. Blue light filters reduce the blue light emitted by electronic devices, which can help reduce eye strain and fatigue and make it easier to sleep.

To access this feature, you must go to the “Settings” menu and select the “Display” option. Once in the “Display” menu, find the “Blue Shade” option and toggle it on.

Find Your Tablet

If you’ve lost your Amazon Fire Tablet, you can use the “Find Your Tablet” feature to locate it. This feature isn’t enabled by default, so we recommend turning it on to improve your chances of locating your tablet if you lose it. To enable it, go to Device Options and turn on “Find Your Tablet.”

If you lose your tablet, go to Amazon’s website and sign in to your account. Then, go to the “Find Your Tablet” page. Enter your account password, and Amazon will show your tablet’s location on a map.

Low Power Mode

You can enable Low Power Mode to extend battery life. Low Power Mode conserves power by reducing performance and limiting background activities. You can find Low Power Mode under Device options > Battery > Maximize battery life. Essentially, it optimizes your device’s display to conserve power and turns off automatically when your device is charging. By default, this mode turns on at 20 percent battery life. However, if you know you have a long day ahead and won’t have a chance to recharge the tablet, enable it from the start.

Clear App Cache

If your Fire tablet feels sluggish, clearing the app cache can help speed things up without losing your data. Go to Settings > Apps and Notifications > Manage All Applications. Select a slow app, such as Silk Browser or a game, and tap Storage > Clear Cache. This removes temporary files that can pile up over time. Do not tap “Clear Storage” unless you’re okay with signing back in and losing saved data for that app. While you’re at it, go to Settings > Storage and use the Files app to clear old downloads, videos, and screenshots you no longer need.

Take Screenshots On Your Fire Tablet

There are two different ways to take a screenshot with this tablet. You can take screenshots on your Fire tablet by pressing and holding the “Volume Down” and “Power” buttons at the same time. Your screenshot will be saved to the “Screenshots” folder in the “Photos” app. From there, you can share, edit, or delete your screenshot. Another method is straightforward. Go to your Recent apps button and tap the screenshot.

Show Mode On The Fire Tablet

Show Mode on the Fire tablet is a great way to keep your tablet charged and display important information while you are away. To enable it, drop down the quick settings shade from the top and toggle Show Mode. You can also enable it via Alexa by saying, “Alexa, switch to show mode”, and exit it by saying, “Alexa, exit show mode”.

You can also customize what information appears on your tablet in Show Mode. To do this, go to Settings > Show Mode.

App Pinning

You can restrict someone to a specific app by enabling app pinning. To enable it, go to Settings > Security & Privacy, select App Pinning, and toggle it on.

Open the app you want to pin, and then open the app switcher view by tapping the little square at the bottom of the screen. Now find the app you want to pin and tap the orange pin icon to pin it.

To unpin it, tap the Back and App Switcher buttons together to return to your lock screen, where you’ll need to enter your PIN.

Enable Alexa And Turn On Hands-Free Mode

Alexa is a virtual assistant that’s built into all Amazon Fire tablets. With Alexa, you can use your voice to play music, check the weather, and set alarms. To enable Alexa, head into Settings and toggle Alexa on. This lets you use your tablet much like an Echo speaker. If you toggle on the hands-free mode option, the intelligent assistant will appear and be ready for instructions whenever you say, Alexa.

Remove Amazon Fire Tablet Ads Forever

You may have noticed ads on the Fire Tablet lock screen. These ads can be annoying, especially if you’re not interested in the products being advertised. Luckily, you can remove these ads forever. The first way is simple: pay Amazon, and they will remove the ads.

The second way is to contact Amazon customer service and ask them to remove the ads. Additionally, you can mention that you are a Prime member (if you actually are) and have had this tablet for the last 2/3 years. Be polite and friendly; there is a 50% chance they will remove it.

(The second way is not working anymore, but you can try)

Remove Home Screen Recommendations

Beyond lock screen ads, your Fire tablet also clutters the home screen with recommendation rows and “Continue” sections that promote Amazon content. You can turn these off to get a cleaner look. Go to Settings > Apps and Notifications > Amazon App Settings > Home Screens. From there, toggle off “Recommendations” and “Continue and Discover.” This removes those extra rows above your apps, leaving a simpler home screen with only the apps you use.

Expand Storage with a MicroSD Card

If your Fire tablet is running low on storage, you can expand it with a microSD card. Most Fire tablets have a microSD card slot on the side. Use a SIM card removal tool or a paperclip to pop open the tray and slide the card in. Once inserted, go to Settings > Storage > SD Card and use the card for photos, videos, music, and downloads. Some apps can also be moved to the card, though not every app supports it. This is an easy way to free up internal storage without deleting anything.

Fire Toolbox

The Amazon Fire Toolbox is a collection of tools and resources to help you get the most out of your Amazon Fire device. This toolbox is an All-In-One Toolbox for Fire Tablets. You can install the Google Play Store, Google Assistant, a custom launcher, custom sounds, etc. You can even remove lock screen ads. Check the XDA forum for Fire Toolbox.

Final Thoughts

These are just a few Amazon Fire Tablet tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your device. If You know more tips and tricks, please share them in the comments.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What to Do with an Old Amazon Fire Tablet?

If you have an old Amazon Fire tablet, you have several options. You can sell it online or at a local electronics store. You can also donate it to a local school or library. Finally, you can keep it as a backup device or give it to a friend or family member.

How can I get the most out of my Amazon Fire tablet’s battery?

To get the most out of your Amazon Fire tablet’s battery, turn off unnecessary features and apps. You can also turn on features like Low Power Mode.

How can I keep my kids safe online with the Amazon Fire tablet?

Create a child profile to keep your kids safe online with the Amazon Fire tablet. To do this, go to Settings > Profiles & Family Library > Add a child profile.

How can I use the Amazon Fire tablet’s Alexa voice assistant?

You can use the Amazon Fire tablet’s Alexa voice assistant to play music, set alarms, and create shopping lists. To do this, go to the home screen and tap the Alexa icon.