How do you put in the case so you can use the buttons? I get it the case but the on button is too deep.
190150
Do you have a galaxy 3 Minnie because the case doesn't come close to my buttons doesn't interfere at all sorry I can't help.
1189256
I have no trouble at all using the buttons on my phone when it's in the case. I will say I'm a woman so my fingers are reasonably small I suppose but our son has one and he has large hands. He also likes his very much. FYI you're actually pressing the buttons on the phone as the "stick out" through the corresponding holes in the case.
427436
There are no specialized areas for the buttons. You have to push through the case. The touch screen does not work well under water. I just used the side button to take a picture under water.
1244749
The case is a bit difficult to put on because it fits so tight on phone. I feel that it does a great job keeping the phone dust free. Taking it off would seem to be harder. I will cross that path when I have replace the battery I suppose. I think the buttons work grest. Are you sure the sides have snapped into place as designed?
638577
Technically yes, mine actually won't turn off if it's in the case even if I'm depressing the button (I don't know what the technical cause is behind this) - so I have to slide it out of the case to turn it off. Additionally, the material is not rigid, so it does cover the buttons sometime. I can access the volume button though. I actually recently ended up getting a new case. This one was really cool, but the inconvenience became a little too annoying for me.
1663104
I think that the buttons are on either side. Just check and push every part. As I recall it was not what you usually expect but try pushing and pulling on the sides.
1300393
This happened to me when I first put it on, too! I fixed it by putting the case on from the bottom first then pushing in the top. Hopefully that helps!
1554107
I am an adult and I had the same problem that this case makes it difficult to use the on an off button. I would say your idea of removing the areas of the case covering those buttons might work. But, I have not tried this solution.
702394
Good question. I had never thought of this as this hasn't been an issue for me at all. I will check in the morning and let you know.Update: the buttons on the S4 are not hindered in anyway, no matter which end. The clamps grab the phone approximately in the center, so there is plenty of clearance around the buttons.
922441
Hi Vanessa! The power button at the top has to be pushed a little harder but not really a big deal in my opinion. The volume buttons work fine. Hope this helps!
417109
there are small "clips" along the edge. Carefully push or snap it loose and then slide the cover..It can be a little tough. Sometimes I use a flat plastic like tool to get in under the case...hope this helps..sorry I don't have a good clear answer
724014
Leave it in and fold back the top flap (against the back). My wife loves hers and says the fit is perfect, the camera, speakers, and button are all easily accessible without having to remove from the case. Small and very smart!
1247542
Mine fits better than the otter box I had.The buttons on the otter box had to be pushed ridiculously hard, now the lightest touch works.
326020
Sorry to hear that your easy access buttons have come off. The cases will not replace them. However they will protect them from further damage.
1450472
Because as great as the battery is, the case is flawed. It's literally too tight, especially around the buttons. Take the black part off and just have the blue piece on. I'll bet it does not do it then. What I did was on the other side, I clipped the black part of the case around the power button so that it is no longer surrounded by the black part on the volume button. Notice it will make the case much easier to go on, but still grips the phone very nicely. At the power button where you are having the problem, take a dremel or a small file and enlarge that hole a little bit. That should help also. I did both and now have no complaints whatsoever. Because as great as the battery is, the case is flawed. It's literally too tight, especially around the buttons. Take the black part off and just have the blue piece on. I'll bet it does not do it then. What I did was on the other side, I clipped the black part of the case around the power button so that it is no longer surrounded by the black part on the volume button. Notice it will make the case much easier to go on, but still grips the phone very nicely. At the power button where you are having the problem, take a dremel or a small file and enlarge that hole a little bit. That should... » Read More Because as great as the battery is, the case is flawed. It's literally too tight, especially around the buttons. Take the black part off and just have the blue piece on. I'll bet it does not do it then. What I did was on the other side, I clipped the black part of the case around the power button so that it is no longer surrounded by the black part on the volume button. Notice it will make the case much easier to go on, but still grips the phone very nicely. At the power button where you are having the problem, take a dremel or a small file and enlarge that hole a little bit. That should help also. I did both and now have no complaints whatsoever. « Show Less
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For me I feel that the case actually helped to better define the back of the device. Esp when I had it up to my ear or in my pocket. Since the case further recesses the button zone. Before the case I would fumble more for the volume rocker. Even occasionally making it louder when I was meaning to quiet it.
2006793
Perhaps a batch of the cases had the power button issue but mine is a perfect fit. I was actually surprised to read the reviews from others who mentioned the power button issue. The power button issue should be resolved now.