How to Put One Person on Do Not Disturb
Do Not Disturb (DND) is a feature on many smartphones that allows you to silence all incoming calls and notifications. This can be useful when you’re in a meeting, sleeping, or simply want some peace and quiet. However, you may not want to silence all of your contacts. For example, you may want to allow calls from your boss or family members to come through.
Putting One Person on DND
To put one person on DND, open the Phone app and tap on the Contacts tab. Find the contact you want to silence and tap on their name. On the contact’s profile page, tap on the three dots in the top-right corner and select “Do Not Disturb.” You can also set a specific time period for DND, such as during work hours or overnight.
Accessing Device Settings
To access device settings and manage Do Not Disturb (DND) for individual contacts, follow these steps:
- Go to the “Settings” menu on your device.
- Scroll down and select “Notifications.”
- Locate the “Do Not Disturb” option and tap on it.
- Under the “Exceptions” section, you will find a list of apps and contacts that are allowed to bypass DND.
- To add a contact to the exceptions list, tap on the “Add a contact” button.
- Select the contact from your address book.
- Once the contact is added, they will be able to send you notifications even when DND is enabled.
Note: The steps may vary slightly depending on the specific device and operating system you are using.
Identifying Do Not Disturb Mode
Do Not Disturb (DND) mode is a feature on many smartphones and other devices that allows users to silence all incoming calls, messages, and notifications except for those from designated contacts or apps. This mode is ideal for times when you need to focus on a task or simply want to get some peace and quiet.
The DND mode icon typically looks like a bell with a line through it. On iOS devices, the icon is located in the Control Center. On Android devices, the icon is usually found in the Quick Settings menu.
To enable DND mode, simply tap on the icon. You can then choose how long you want the mode to be active for, and which contacts or apps you want to allow to bypass the silence.
Here are some of the benefits of using DND mode:
- Reduces distractions
- Improves focus
- Promotes relaxation
- Helps you sleep better
Determining Whether DND Mode is Active
There are a few ways to tell if DND mode is active on your device:
| Device | Indicators |
|---|---|
| iOS | The DND mode icon is displayed in the status bar.The Control Center shows that DND mode is enabled. |
| Android | The DND mode icon is displayed in the status bar.The Quick Settings menu shows that DND mode is enabled.If you’re not sure whether DND mode is active, you can always check by opening the Control Center or Quick Settings menu on your device.### Selecting a Specific Contact ###To mute a specific contact on your phone, follow these steps:1. Open the Contacts app.2. Select the contact you want to mute.3. Tap on the “Edit” button.4. Under “Phone Number,” tap on the “Edit” button.5. In the “Edit Phone Number” screen, tap on the “Block Contact” option.6. Tap on the “Block” button to confirm.The contact will now be muted, and you will no longer receive calls or messages from them.You can also use this method to mute a specific contact in other apps, such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Simply open the app, select the contact you want to mute, and tap on the “Block” option.If you ever change your mind and want to unmute a contact, you can follow the same steps and tap on the “Unblock” option.Activating Do Not Disturb for the Contact———-To Silence incoming calls from a specific contact, you can enable Do Not Disturb for that contact. This feature will block all calls and messages from the contact until you turn it off.####Steps to Activate Do Not Disturb for a Contact: ####1. Open the Contacts app and select the contact you want to mute2. Tap the “Edit” button in the top-right corner3. Scroll down and tap the “Do Not Disturb” switch4. Tap “Done” to save your changes5. You can also activate Do Not Disturb for a contact from the call log6. Open the call log and find the contact you want to mute7. Tap the “i” button next to the contact’s name8. Tap the “Do Not Disturb” switch9. Tap “Done” to save your changes### Confirming Do Not Disturb Activation ###To confirm that Do Not Disturb (DND) is active for a specific contact:1. Open the WhatsApp chat with the contact.2. Tap the contact’s name or profile picture at the top of the chat.3. Scroll down to the “Mute Notifications” section.4. Check the “Always” option to confirm that DND is activated for the contact.5. Alternatively, check the “Show Notifications” option to confirm that DND is not activated for the contact. This will appear as “Off” in the “Hide Notifications” section.If DND is activated, WhatsApp will not show message previews or play sounds for notifications from that contact. You can also choose to activate DND for a specific time period using the “Custom” option in the “Mute Notifications” section. |
| Mute Notifications Option | Description |
| Always | Do Not Disturb is activated indefinitely for the contact. |
| 8 Hours | Do Not Disturb is activated for 8 hours from the time the option is selected. |
| 1 Week | Do Not Disturb is activated for 1 week from the time the option is selected. |
| Custom | Allows you to specify a custom time range for Do Not Disturb activation. |
| Off | Do Not Disturb is deactivated for the contact. |
| Setting | Description |
| Allowed Exceptions | Specify notifications or calls to receive during DND |
| Duration | Set a time frame for DND activation |
| Repeating Schedule | Create a recurring DND schedule |
| Visual Disturbances | Control how DND affects visual notifications |
| App Exceptions | Temporarily override DND for specific apps |
| Bedtime Mode | A more restrictive DND mode for overnight use |
| Device | Steps |
| iPhone | Open the Settings app, then tap “Do Not Disturb.” Tap “Scheduled” and toggle off “Scheduled.” |
| Android | Open the Settings app, then tap “Sound & vibration.” Tap “Do Not Disturb” and toggle off “Scheduled.” |
| Exception | Description |
| Priority Notifications | Notifications from certain apps and favorites |
| Scheduled Exceptions | Set times when Do Not Disturb is turned off |
| Call Exceptions | Allow calls from specific contacts |
| Potential Issue | Troubleshooting Tip |
| I can’t find the Do Not Disturb option. | Make sure that you’re using the latest version of the Messages app. |
| The Do Not Disturb option is grayed out. | The person you’re trying to put on DND is already blocked. |
| My notifications are still coming through from the person I put on DND. | Restart your phone and make sure that you have a stable internet connection. |
| The person I put on DND is still able to see my messages. | DND only silences notifications. The person you put on DND will still be able to see your messages in the Messages app. |