OnePlus 8 5G UW - View / Restrict Data Usage by App
Here's how to view / restrict the amount of data an app on your OnePlus 8 5G UW uses.
If you need to view or restrict the amount of data an app on your OnePlus 8 5G UW uses, follow these step-by-step instructions.
Some apps depend on background data (transferring data when not directly in use). Restricting background data may cause those apps to stop functioning unless a Wi-Fi connection is available.
- From a Home screen, swipe up to access the apps screen.
- Navigate:Settings
>
Wi-Fi & Network>Data usage. - TapCellular Data Usage.
- Select an app (below the usage graph) then view the usage.To restrict the app from using data in the background, tap theBackground data usage switchto turn off
.
For more info on setting data limits / warnings and changing the usage cycle on your device.