In this week's Android customization post, we look at how to use Android Device Manager to locate a missing phone, and how it can protect you and your data.

Sandra’s Android Device Manager was displaying a “No Active Devices” message when trying to locate her Nexus 5 running Android 5.1.

Google has updated the Find My Device app to show your family's devices, specifically your children's phones or tablets.

The Android Device Manager is now in the Play Store, and does most of the things that Apple’s Find My iPhone service does, but for Android gadgets instead of iOS-powered devices.

Several Android-supporting Chromebooks using a version of Chrome OS in the beta channel supposedly support Android Device Manager, which may be accidental.

What does a Yellow exclamation point next to a device in the Device Manager indicate? We explain how to fix the Yellow exclamation mark.

If you're not happy with the default file manager on your Android device, other options offer more features and improved interfaces.

Google's Find My Device, previously known as Android Device Manager, helps you find lost or stolen phones and tablets.

Android’s Find My Device app can now show you where people are, too An update to Google’s Android app for finding things now shows contacts who are sharing their location with you.

The “Set up on-device encryption” process can be initiated from either the Chrome desktop/mobile browser or Password Manager (website or built-in Android experience).

To enable the Android Device Manager, you need to go to Google Settings -> Security, and you will find the Android Device Manager option under Device Administrators.

Android Studio Bumblebee 2021.1.1 improves functionality around themes of building and deploying, profiling and inspection, and design.