Alex Ruben
How To Activate Picture Colour Mode on Android
Getting picture colour mode enabled on an Android phone can really make your screen pop — richer reds, punchier blues, all that jazz. It’s super useful if you’re tweaking photos or just want your media to look more vibrant without messing with third-party apps. But yeah, it’s kinda hidden and requires some digging into Developer Options, which of course, Android has to make harder than necessary.
Step 1: Access the Settings App
First off, open your Settings app. Pretty straightforward, but on some phones, it’s buried in the app drawer or separated into categories. Usually it’s gear-shaped, or a wrench icon. Sometimes, you can even tap the notification shade and hit the gear icon right there. Gets annoying the first few times, but that’s Android for ya.
Step 2: Navigate to About Phone
Once you’re in Settings, scroll down until you find About Phone. It’s usually at the bottom or near the bottom — kinda weirdly placed. Tap it. From there, you’ll find info about your model, software version, etc. Want to get to Developer Options? That’s where the magic happens — eventually.
Step 3: Find Software Information
Inside About Phone, look for Software Information. Sometimes it’s a submenu; other times it’s right there on the main About Phone screen. Tap it. Here’s where you’ll find the Build Number. That’s usually a long string, but it’s the key to unlocking Developer Options.
Now, tap on the Build Number seven times — no, seriously, seven. You might get a little popup saying, “You’re now a developer,” or some variation. On some setups, it doesn’t activate right away; other times, it does after four taps. If it fails, just keep trying a few more times. Nobody said it was easy. If your device asks for your PIN or pattern, throw that in. Because of course, Android has to make it harder than it should be.
Step 5: Access Developer Options
Back out to the main Settings menu, and scroll down until you see Developer Options. It should be appearing now — usually towards the bottom. Tap it. Now, you’re in the hidden menu where all sorts of weird stuff is, including the Picture Colour Mode option.
Step 6: Enable Picture Colour Mode
In Developer Options, hunt for Picture Colour Mode. It might be a toggle or a dropdown menu, depending on your device — Samsung, Google, Xiaomi, whatever. Tap it and set it to your preferred mode. This tweaks how colors are output on your display, making everything look sharper or more vibrant. On some setups, it’s just a simple toggle; on others, you might have to pick a specific profile.
Extra Tips & Common Issues
Here’s the deal: Make sure your device is updated to the latest Android version — sometimes features are tucked away or behave differently across updates. If you don’t see Developer Options after tapping Build Number a bunch of times, reboot your phone. Also, if you suddenly see weird display glitches after messing with it, turn it off and on again, or disable the setting.
Be careful tweaking inside Developer Options. Some settings can mess with your device’s stability, but this one — honestly — shouldn’t cause issues unless you’re doing wild stuff in there.
Frequently Asked Questions
What devices support Picture Colour Mode?
Most newer Android phones with Android 5.0+ support this, but it depends heavily on the manufacturer — some don’t bother or lock it away.
Can I revert changes made in Developer Options?
Yeah, just go back into Developer Options and toggle things off or reset it entirely via the menu. Easy.
Is enabling Developer Options safe?
It’s mostly fine, but keep in mind some options can mess with your device if you’re not sure what they do. For this feature, it’s pretty safe, but don’t go toggling stuff you don’t recognize — Android really wants to keep you busy suspiciously.
Summary
- Enable Developer Options by tapping Build Number seven times in About Phone.
- Find Picture Colour Mode inside Developer Options.
- Set your preferred color mode for better visuals.
- Restart if things aren’t showing up right away.
Hopefully this shaves off a few hours for someone. Because yeah, Android’s interface makes it kinda tricky sometimes — but once you get it, it’s just a matter of tapping around. Good luck messing with those settings!