To set screen time limits on devices and manage the amount of time children spend using digital devices, you can follow these steps for various platforms:
For iOS Devices (iPhone, iPad)
Open Settings: Go to the main Settings app on your device.
Preview
Tap Screen Time: Scroll down and tap on "Screen Time."
Set Up Screen Time: If you haven't set it up before, tap "Turn On Screen Time" and follow the prompts.
App Limits:
Tap "App Limits."
Tap "Add Limit."
Select the categories of apps you want to limit or choose specific apps.
Set the time limit by tapping "Next" and then setting the amount of time.
Tap "Add" to save the limit.
Downtime:
Tap "Downtime."
Toggle "Scheduled" to set specific times when only essential apps and phone calls are allowed.
Customize the start and end times as needed.
For Android Devices
Open Settings: Go to the main Settings app on your device.
Digital Wellbeing & Parental Controls: Tap on "Digital Wellbeing & parental controls."
Set Up Digital Wellbeing: If you haven't set it up before, follow the prompts to set it up.
App Timers:
Tap "Dashboard" to see your app usage.
Tap the hourglass icon next to an app to set a daily time limit.
Set the desired time limit and tap "Set."
Bedtime Mode:
Tap "Bedtime mode."
Set the start and end times for Bedtime mode, which will gray out the screen and limit notifications during those times.
For Windows Devices (Using Microsoft Family Safety)
Set Up Family Group: Go to your Microsoft account page online and set up a new family group with your child's account.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage and control the amount of time children spend using digital devices, promoting a healthier balance between screen time and other activities.