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Auto Switch from Home Wifi to Mobile data

Corca

Corca

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Hi,

Would like to know the etup process to automatically switch to mobile data when leaving my home wifi range, I dont wont to connect to public wifi at all.

I have a Z flip 7 one ui 8.

Apprecaite any help.

Corca.
 
Corca said:
Hi,

Would like to know the etup process to automatically switch to mobile data when leaving my home wifi range, I dont wont to connect to public wifi at all.

I have a Z flip 7 one ui 8.

Apprecaite any help.

Corca.
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i have the s25 ultra and like @Dannydet said, you do not need to do anything really. it automatically switches wifi to cellular. however if you want, there is a toggle where you can have your wifi turned on when you are in a place you use wifi frequently and it will switch off when you are in a place that you do not.

go to settings>select connections>select wifi>find the 3 dots, top corner, and select it>select intelligent wifi>toggle on the "turn wifi on/off automatically".
 
It might also be worth going into your WiFi settings, pressing the little "3 dots" button, selecting "intelligent WiFi" and making sure "Auto Hotspot Connection" is set to "never". I'd hope it wouldn't connect without asking you, at least the first time, but this will stop it asking you whenever it detects one.

(I'd hope that "never" was the default, but manufacturers often prioritise "convenience", as they perceive it, over security, so it makes sense to check).
 
Hi All,

Thanks for replies.

Yes I have all the above settings, thanks.
It means from time to time I need to go in and delete unwanted frequently used spots.
I was realy hoping to find a setting to have wifi disabled once leaving home.

Again very much apprecaite responses.

Consider this closed.

Have a great day.
Corca
 
Corca said:
Hi All,

Thanks for replies.

Yes I have all the above settings, thanks.
It means from time to time I need to go in and delete unwanted frequently used spots.
I was realy hoping to find a setting to have wifi disabled once leaving home.

Again very much apprecaite responses.

Consider this closed.

Have a great day.
Corca
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None that we can think of, why not stick around here?
 
i was going to recommend the app, tasker, but unfortunately according to a few reddit posts about the wifi function has been removed. but i think there is a work around. it is pretty complicated if you would like to try.

here is google's AI overview:
To use Tasker for Wi-Fi toggling on Android, you must install the separate TaskerSettings helper app, typically from GitHub, which grants Tasker the necessary permissions to control Wi-Fi on modern Android versions where direct toggling is restricted. You'll likely need to install this APK using ADB (Android Debug Bridge) and may encounter prompts or permission issues on newer Android versions like Android 12 or 14, requiring you to grant permissions in the app's info settings or use ADB commands to grant them. [1, 2, 3, 4]


Here's a step-by-step guide:
  1. Download TaskerSettings:
    • Go to the TaskerSettings GitHub page and download the latest APK file for the helper app. [1]
    • Note: Google Play does not host this app because it targets an older API level necessary for Wi-Fi control. [1]
  2. Install TaskerSettings:
    • You will likely need to install the downloaded APK using ADB on your computer to grant it the necessary permissions. [3, 5, 6]
    • Search for guides on how to install an APK using ADB if you're unfamiliar with the process.
  3. Grant Permissions:
    • After installing TaskerSettings, go to your phone's Settings and find Apps > TaskerSettings > Permissions. [1, 3, 4]
    • Grant the app all the necessary permissions, especially for location. You may need to allow permissions to "all the time". [4]
  4. Use Tasker's Wi-Fi Action: [4, 7]
    • Open Tasker and create a new task or profile. [7, 8, 9, 10]
    • Add a new action and search for the "Connect to Wi-Fi" action. [4, 11, 12]
    • This action allows you to turn Wi-Fi on, off, or toggle its state. [4, 13]
  5. Troubleshooting on Android 12+:
    • On newer Android versions (like 12, 13, 14), you might get a confirmation prompt when trying to turn Wi-Fi on or off. [3]
    • You may need to use ADB commands to grant permissions for Wi-Fi toggling via the dumpsys package command to see the granted permissions and ensure they are correct. [2, 5]
    • Disable any battery saver mode on your phone, as it can interfere with background tasks like Wi-Fi control. [4]
AI responses may include mistakes.
[1] GitHub - joaomgcd/TaskerSettings: Helper app for Tasker
[2]
https://www.reddit.com/r/tasker/comments/1ak88tq/wifi_toggle_onoff
[3] Tasker Settings popup everytime it tries to activate Wi-Fi on Android 14 (ASUS)
[4]
[5] https://tasker.helprace.com/i1737-how-to-toggle-wifi-on-pixel-7a-without-root
[6] https://www.reddit.com/r/LGV60/comments/um83yo/persistent_wide_mode_toggle_for_any_app_w/
[7]
[8] https://www.home-assistant.io/blog/2015/12/10/activating-tasker-tasks-from-home-assistant-using-command-line-switches/
[9] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6VvFR32hVc
[10] https://sharedgametimer.com/remote-control/tasker-setup
[11]
https://www.reddit.com/r/tasker/comments/1d3kn48/connect_to_wifi_action_stopped_working_on_android
[12] https://f-droid.org/packages/com.termux.tasker/
[13] https://www.reddit.com/r/shortcuts/comments/1g2fquu/whats_the_difference_between_turn_and_toggle/
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the links to articles if you want to read more on it are at the end of the response.
 
Hi,

Trying a routine to switch of wifi when leaving home and swtich on when arriving home and also switching off intelligent wifi.
I will see if the stops connection of frequently used spots so I have total controll of adding spots I trust and want to connect to.
 
Corca said:
Hi,

Trying a routine to switch of wifi when leaving home and swtich on when arriving home and also switching off intelligent wifi.
I will see if the stops connection of frequently used spots so I have total controll of adding spots I trust and want to connect to.
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is this using tasker? did you install the taskerSettings helper app?
 
Hi Ocnbrze,

Should have been more clear.
I used the One UI 8 phone settings/modes and routines.
Created two routines for on and off.
Turned off intelligent wifi setting for "turn on wifi on/off Automatically" setting so I have full controll of what is added for wifi spots. I have to add them manually.

Corca.
 
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