How do I turn on push notifications?
PATTER app users who initially opt out of Push Notifications upon registration can turn them on later in their personal phone settings. Here's how.
On iPhone (iOS)
1. Open Settings
Unlock your iPhone and find the ⚙️ Settings app (gray gear icon).
Tap it to open.
2. Go to Notifications
Scroll down and tap Notifications (bell icon).
3. Select the App
In the list of apps, find the one you want to receive notifications from.
Tap the app name.
4. Turn Notifications On
At the top, switch on Allow Notifications.
(When it’s green, notifications are enabled.)
5. Adjust Notification Style (Optional)
Choose how alerts should appear:
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Lock Screen
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Notification Center
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Banners
You can also toggle Sounds and Badges.
✅ That’s it! Notifications from that app will now show up the way you set them.
On Android
1. Open Settings
Unlock your phone and find the ⚙️ Settings app (gray gear icon).
Tap it to open.
2. Go to Notifications
Scroll down and tap Notifications (sometimes called Apps & notifications).
3. Select the App
From the list of apps, tap the one you want to turn notifications on for.
4. Turn Notifications On
Look for Allow notifications (or similar).
Make sure the switch is turned on (usually blue when enabled).
5. Adjust Notification Settings (Optional)
Depending on your phone, you can fine-tune alerts:
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Lock screen visibility
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Sound and vibration
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Pop-up/Banners
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Do Not Disturb exceptions
✅ That’s it! Notifications for that app will now appear according to your preferences.