Press and hold to turn your device on or off.
Takes you back to the main screen of your phone or tablet at any time.
Change how your device works — brightness, sounds, Wi-Fi passwords, and more.
Shows how much power is left. Plug in your charger when it gets low!
Place your finger on the sensor to unlock your device securely.
Shows your current location is being used by an app like Maps.
Connect wirelessly to speakers, headphones, keyboards, and more.
Shows your wireless internet connection. More bars = stronger signal.
Your device is not connected to Wi-Fi. Check your network settings.
Shows your phone signal strength for calls and mobile internet (4G/5G).
Share your phone's internet connection with other devices like a mini Wi-Fi.
Settings to make your device easier to use — larger text, screen reader, and more.
Turns off all wireless connections. Use on airplanes when required.
Goes back to the previous screen you were just on.
Goes forward to the next screen (in browsers or apps).
Reloads the current page to show the latest information.
Closes the current window, menu, or notification.
Makes your device's sounds louder.
Makes your device's sounds quieter.
Silences all sounds on your device.
Toggle mobile internet (cellular data) on or off.
Makes text or images larger on your screen.
Makes text or images smaller on your screen.
Adjust how bright or dim your screen appears.
Deletes files, messages, or apps permanently. Be careful!
Saves your work or file. Always save before closing!
Tap and type to find apps, files, contacts, or websites.
Saves something from the internet onto your device.
Opens a file or message so you can make changes to it.
Trim a photo to show only the part you want to keep.
Sends your message, email, or file to the recipient.
Shows additional options. Tap the three vertical dots to see more actions.
Shows additional options. Tap the three dots to see more choices.
This content or connection is secure and protected.
Send a photo, link, or file to another person or app.
Shares your screen with others during a video call or meeting.
Switches between the front (selfie) and rear cameras.
Opens your email inbox to read and send messages.
Alerts you about new messages, updates, or reminders.
Creates a new item — a new message, note, photo, or contact.
Opens the camera to scan a QR code — like a barcode for websites or menus.
An alarm is active on your device. It will ring at the scheduled time.
Tap to record your voice or speak a command to your device.
Access all your device or app settings and preferences.
View all your saved photos and videos.
View your schedule, appointments, and events.
Your saved list of phone numbers and email addresses.
Start a video call to see and hear the other person live.
Make a regular phone call to someone in your contacts.
Someone is calling you right now — tap to answer.
You made a call to someone. Shows in your call history.
You missed a call. Tap to call them back.
Turns on your phone's flashlight — useful in dark places.
The symbol for Android phones — made by Google. Used by Samsung, LG, and more.
Where you download free or paid apps on Android phones.
Android's AI helper. Say "Hey Google" and ask it anything!
Pay for things by tapping your phone — like a digital wallet.
Google's free email service — one of the most popular in the world.
Stores and organizes all your photos safely — backed up to Google's cloud.
Get turn-by-turn directions to any location. Shows real-time traffic.
Make free video calls. Works on both Android and iPhone.
Watch videos, tutorials, news, and entertainment for free.
Shows your wireless internet connection strength. More bars = faster internet.
Shows how much power is left. Plug in your charger when it gets low!
Tap to make your device louder, quieter, or to mute all sounds.
Change how your device works — brightness, sounds, Wi-Fi passwords, and more.
Tap and type to find apps, files, contacts, or websites.
Takes you back to the main screen of your phone or tablet at any time.
Goes back to the previous screen you were just on.
Opens your camera to take photos or record videos.
Alerts you about new messages, updates, or reminders.
Stores your photos and files safely online so you never lose them.
A locked padlock on a website means it is secure and safe to use.
Shows your phone signal strength for calls and mobile internet.
Reloads the page to show the latest information.
Opens your email inbox to read and send messages.
Deletes files, emails, or apps permanently. Be careful!
Saves something from the internet onto your device.
Send a photo, link, or file to another person or app.
Saves your work. Always save before closing a document!
Connect wirelessly to speakers, headphones, keyboards, and more.
Silences all calls and notifications so you are not interrupted.
Appears when your iPhone or iPad is starting up. The symbol for all Apple products.
Where you download free or paid apps for your iPhone or iPad.
Listen to millions of songs. Comes pre-installed on iPhones.
Send texts and photos. Blue bubbles = free iMessage. Green = regular text.
Make free video and audio calls to family and friends with Apple devices.
Apple's cloud storage — automatically backs up your photos and contacts.
Apple's web browser — use it to visit websites on your iPhone or iPad.
Apple's voice assistant. Say "Hey Siri" to ask questions or get help.
The symbol for Android phones — made by Google. Used by Samsung, LG, and more.
Where you download apps on Android phones — like the App Store for iPhones.
Android's voice helper. Say "Hey Google" and ask it anything!
Stores and organizes all your photos safely — backed up to Google's cloud.
Get turn-by-turn directions to any location. Shows real-time traffic.
Google's free email service — one of the most popular in the world.
Watch videos, tutorials, news, and entertainment for free.
Make free video calls. Works on both Android and iPhone.
Click this in the bottom-left corner to open the Start Menu and find your apps.
At the bottom of the screen — type to find any file, app, or setting quickly.
Like a digital filing cabinet — find your documents, photos, and downloads.
The main screen you see after your computer turns on and is ready to use.
Hides a window without closing it. Click it in the taskbar to bring it back.
Makes a window fill your entire screen for easier reading.
Closes the window. Always save your work before clicking this!
The built-in web browser on Windows computers for visiting websites.
Click the Apple logo (top-left corner) to shut down, restart, or adjust settings.
Your Mac's file manager — find documents, photos, and downloads here.
Apple's built-in web browser for Macs — use it to visit any website.
Deleted files go here. Right-click and choose "Empty Trash" to permanently delete.
Syncs your files across all your Apple devices automatically.
Free video calls on your Mac — same as on iPhone, but on a bigger screen.
Press Command + Space to instantly search for anything on your Mac.
Apple's voice assistant — click the Siri icon and ask it anything.
The most popular web browser in the world — fast and easy to use.
A free, privacy-focused web browser by Mozilla — a great alternative to Chrome.
Apple's browser — comes on iPhones, iPads, and Macs.
Microsoft's browser — comes built into Windows computers.
A padlock in the address bar means the website is safe and secure to use.
Save a website so you can easily find it again without searching.
A list of all the websites you've recently visited.
The bar at the top where you type a website address like www.google.com.
💡 Helpful Tip
If you see an icon you don't recognize, try holding your finger on it (on a phone or tablet) — most devices will show a label explaining what it does!