Android 5G Mobile Data Settings

Android Phone Sony Xperia 1V

Android 5G Mobile Data Settings.

I show you in the video on the Sony Xperia 1V running Android 14.

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Instructions below for Android 14 snd Android 15.

5G Settings

Open the 5G settings:

  1. Open Settings on your phone
  2. Tap on Network & Internet
  3. Select Mobile Network or Internet then Gear icon on your mobile operator name
  4. Look for Preferred Network Type or Network Mode

Setting Up Data Limits

How to set up data warnings and limits:

  1. Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile Network or Internet then Mobile Network Gear Icon
  2. Tap on Data Warning & Limit
  3. Set your monthly data limit (like 5GB or 10GB)
  4. Add a warning level (90% of the limit)
  5. Toggle “Set data limit” to automatically disable mobile data when you hit your cap

Managing App Data Usage

Some apps can consume a lot of mobile data but you can limit data usage per app:

  1. Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile Data or Internet then Mobile Gear Icon
  2. App data usage – You’ll see a list of apps and their data usage
  3. Tap on any app to restrict its background data usage
  4. Toggle “Restrict app background data” if you want to limit its data consumption

Data Saver Mode to protect your battery

Data Saver is really helpful when you’re trying to stretch your data allowance:

  1. Go to Settings > Network & Internet
  2. Tap on “Data Saver”
  3. Toggle it on
  4. Select “Unrestricted data” to choose which apps can still use data freely

Mobile Hotspot Share Your 5G Mobile Data

How to set up a hotspot:

  1. Open Settings > Network & Internet
  2. Tap on Hotspot & Tethering
  3. Select Wi-Fi hotspot or Portable Hotspot
  4. Set your network name and password
  5. Toggle it on to start sharing

Extra Tips

If you have connection issues try these steps:

  1. Toggle Airplane Mode on and off
  2. Restart your phone
  3. Check for carrier settings updates
  4. Try switching between 5G and 4G networks

Conclusion

Customizing your 5G data usage helps you use the mobile data for things that are important and not background updates.

Want to conserve even more data? Consider downloading music and videos on Wi-Fi and using offline maps when possible. These small changes can make a big difference in your monthly data usage.


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