How do I remove this $#@ circle thing from my Android phone screen?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around how to remove a circular icon featuring four square shapes from an Android phone screen. Participants explore potential solutions and share resources related to the issue.

Discussion Character

  • Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested, Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • One participant describes a circular object with four square-like shapes on their screen and seeks assistance in removing it.
  • Another participant suggests checking for an 'x' button next to the icon to close it.
  • A third participant confirms that the suggested method did not resolve the issue.
  • One participant shares a link to an external forum that proposes dragging the icon to the trash as a potential solution.
  • Another participant notes that the circular icon is a configurable option and references a video explanation linked in the previous post.
  • A follow-up post indicates that the linked solution worked for the original poster, detailing the steps to disable the icon through accessibility settings.
  • The original poster then shifts focus to a separate issue regarding their computer's battery not recharging.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the initial removal method, as one suggestion was confirmed ineffective, while another was successful for the original poster. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the battery issue mentioned later.

Contextual Notes

Some participants reference external resources and links, which may contain additional information or steps not fully explored in the thread. The discussion includes varying degrees of familiarity with Android settings and accessibility features.

Who May Find This Useful

Android users experiencing similar issues with interface elements, as well as those interested in accessibility features on mobile devices.

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Something mysteriously appeared on my screen. How do I remove it.
Hi all,
How fo I remove this circular object on the top right , the circle with the 4 square-ish objects?
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Is that the four squares in a circle thing?

Did you try to hit the x to the right of the PF thrives by your sharing line?
 
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jedishrfu said:
Is that the four squares in a circle thing?

Did you try to hit the x to the right of the PF thrives by your sharing line?
Yes, nothings changed.
 
Turns out the 'circle with 4 squares' is a configurable option.
That androidcentral link has a post that points to a Video with an Explanation:


Cheers,
Tom
 
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A followup . Tom's link worked, and was strsightforward: Accessibility/ Interaction and Dexterity/ Assistant-menu- turn off.

Now I'm on to figure out why my Hp 15 ; or should I day my dy Pc ;), ( See pic) battery wont rechargecwhen computer's plugged in
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