To turn on Top Hat notifications, you'll generally need to adjust settings both within the Top Hat application and directly on your mobile device's operating system (iOS or Android). This ensures you receive timely updates, assignment reminders, and announcements from your instructors.
Enabling Top Hat Notifications
The most common way to activate Top Hat notifications involves navigating through your device's system settings, often with a helpful shortcut provided by the app itself.
Using the Top Hat App Shortcut
Sometimes, the Top Hat app may prompt you to enable notifications or provide an easy path to do so.
- Look for an in-app prompt: When you open Top Hat, especially after installation or an update, you might see a message asking to enable notifications.
- Tap "Go to Settings" or similar: If you tap a button like "Go to Settings" within the Top Hat app, you will be automatically navigated to the specific Top Hat settings within your device's system-level settings.
- Manually toggle notifications: Once you're in your device's Top Hat notification settings, you can manually turn on notifications by toggling the relevant switch or checkbox.
Manual Device Settings Configuration
If the app doesn't provide a direct shortcut, or if you need to fine-tune your notification preferences, you can always enable them directly through your device's main settings. The steps vary slightly between iOS and Android.
For iOS Devices
Follow these steps to enable Top Hat notifications on your iPhone or iPad:
- Open Settings: Tap the Settings icon on your home screen.
- Go to Notifications: Scroll down and tap on Notifications.
- Find Top Hat: Scroll through the list of apps and tap on Top Hat.
- Allow Notifications: Toggle the Allow Notifications switch to the On (green) position.
- Customize Alerts: Below "Allow Notifications," you can further customize how you receive alerts, including:
- Alerts: Choose between Lock Screen, Notification Center, and Banners.
- Sound: Select a notification sound.
- Badges: Turn on/off app icon badges.
For Android Devices
Follow these steps to enable Top Hat notifications on your Android phone or tablet:
- Open Settings: Tap the Settings icon, usually found in your app drawer or by swiping down from the top of your screen and tapping the gear icon.
- Go to Apps or Apps & Notifications: Tap on Apps, Apps & notifications, Installed apps, or similar, depending on your device's manufacturer and Android version.
- Find Top Hat: Tap See all apps (if applicable), then scroll through the list and tap on Top Hat.
- Tap Notifications: Within the App info screen for Top Hat, tap on Notifications.
- Toggle Notifications On: Toggle the main notification switch to the On position.
- Customize Categories: You might see various notification categories (e.g., "General," "Assignments," "Announcements"). You can individually toggle these on or off to control what specific types of alerts you receive.
Important Considerations for Reliable Notifications
- App Permissions: Ensure Top Hat has the necessary permissions (like notification access) on your device.
- Battery Optimization: Some Android devices aggressively optimize battery usage, which can prevent apps from sending notifications. Check your device's battery settings to ensure Top Hat is not restricted.
- App Updates: Keep your Top Hat app updated to the latest version to ensure optimal performance and notification reliability.
- Device Do Not Disturb/Focus Modes: Ensure your device's "Do Not Disturb" (iOS) or "Focus" (Android) modes are not preventing Top Hat notifications from coming through.
For additional support or specific troubleshooting, you can always refer to the Top Hat Support Center.
Quick Notification Reference Table
| Feature | iOS Devices | Android Devices |
|---|---|---|
| Main Path | Settings > Notifications > Top Hat | Settings > Apps > Top Hat > Notifications |
| Toggle Notifications | "Allow Notifications" (On/Off) | Main notification toggle (On/Off) |
| Customization Options | Alert styles (Lock Screen, Banners), Sound, Badges | Notification categories (On/Off), Sound, Vibration |
| App Shortcut | "Go to Settings" from within the app | "Go to Settings" from within the app |
