# Auto Screen On Off(Smart Cover

> Automatically turn ON or OFF the screen by detecting the proximity sensor.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.danielkao.autoscreenonoff](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.danielkao.autoscreenonoff)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.danielkao.autoscreenonoff`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Daniel Kao
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 2,414,964
- **Rating:** 3.41 / 5 (28,123 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.9.1
- **Last updated:** 2016-12-05
- **First published:** 2013-05-19
- **Publisher country:** TW
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.danielkao.autoscreenonoff)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/plateaukao/PowerOff](https://github.com/plateaukao/PowerOff)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://plateaukao.github.io/autoscreenonoff\_privacy\_policy.html](https://plateaukao.github.io/autoscreenonoff_privacy_policy.html)

## Description

Auto Screen On Off (Smart Cover) is an Android app that uses the proximity sensor to automate turning your screen on and off, helping to preserve the physical power button. With features like customizable timeout settings, charging-only mode, and the ability to exclude certain apps, this app enhances user experience while saving battery life. Widgets and notifications allow for easy toggling of settings, making it a practical tool for everyday use.

## Rankings

- #40,054 — Overall

## Review summary

### Pros

- Works well for auto screen on/off functionality when using a case
- Does not consume much battery
- Simple and easy to set up
- Restores functionality lost with cheap or unofficial cases
- Positive feedback from multiple phone models (e.g., Note 9, MI 8 Pro, Galaxy S8)

### Cons

- Disables fingerprint unlock when the screen is woken up
- Issues with functioning properly in sleep mode
- Locks users out due to permission settings
- Some users experience bugs after updates
- High dependency on app being active for functionality

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.danielkao.autoscreenonoff)