The Android Display Settings Policy allows organizations to centrally manage display-related settings on Android devices. This helps ensure a consistent user experience, optimize battery life, and enforce security or compliance requirements.
Overview
Policy Name: Android Display Settings Policy
Purpose: Manage display settings such as screen brightness and screen timeout on Android devices.
Minimum Android Version: 9 (Pie) or higher
Supported Platforms: Android
Policy Settings Explained
1. Display Settings
This section controls how the device’s screen behaves, including brightness and how long the screen stays on when not in use.
a. Screen Brightness Settings
Screen Brightness
Set the screen brightness level.Range: 1 (lowest) to 255 (highest)
Purpose: Lower values save battery; higher values make the screen easier to see in bright environments.
Screen Brightness Mode
Choose how screen brightness is managed:User Choice: The user can adjust brightness manually.
Automatic: The device automatically adjusts brightness based on ambient light.
Fixed: The brightness is set to a specific value and cannot be changed by the user.
Unspecified: No specific mode is enforced.
b. Screen Timeout Settings
Screen Timeout Seconds
Set the duration before the screen automatically turns off.Format: Integer. Min : 0, Max : 9999999.
Purpose: Shorter timeouts save battery and improve security; longer timeouts may be more convenient for users.
Screen Timeout Mode
Choose how the screen timeout is managed:User Choice: The user can set their own timeout.
Enforced: The timeout is set by policy and cannot be changed by the user.
Unspecified: No specific mode is enforced.
2. Stay On Plugged Modes
Control whether the device stays on (does not sleep) when plugged into power.
Plugged Modes:
Select one or more power sources for which the device should stay on:AC: When plugged into a wall charger.
USB: When connected to a computer or USB charger.
Wireless: When charging wirelessly.
Unspecified: No specific mode is enforced.
Tip:
If you enable "Stay On Plugged Modes," it’s recommended to clear any maximum Screen Timeout settings to prevent the device from locking itself while it is supposed to stay on.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happens if a setting is left unspecified?
A: The device will use its default behavior or allow the user to choose.
Q: Can users override these settings?
A: If the policy mode is set to "User Choice," users can change the setting. If set to "Enforced" or "Fixed," the setting is locked by policy.
Q: Why enforce display settings?
A: Enforcing display settings can help save battery, improve security, and ensure compliance with organizational requirements.
Requirements
Devices must be running Android 9 (Pie) or later.
The policy applies only to Android devices.