PlayStation 5 notifications are useful, but the default display time may feel too short if you want to read messages, trophy alerts, party invites, or system warnings before they disappear. The PS5 includes accessibility settings that let you increase how long pop-up notifications remain visible.
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Where to Find the Setting
- Open Settings from the PS5 home screen.
- Select Accessibility.
- Go to Display and Sound.
- Open Notification Display Time.
- Choose the duration you prefer.
This setting changes how long supported system notifications remain on screen. Longer display times can make the console easier to use, especially if you often miss short pop-ups while playing.
Why Increase Notification Time?
A longer notification duration is helpful if you sit far from the TV, use a large screen, play games with intense action, or need more time to read text. It can also help when you are using headphones and may not notice a brief visual alert immediately.
Managing Notification Interruptions
If notifications stay on screen too long, they can cover parts of the game interface. For competitive play, you may prefer a shorter duration or fewer notification types. Open Settings > Notifications to control which alerts appear, whether previews are shown, and when pop-ups should be hidden.
Useful Notification Settings to Check
- Allow Pop-Up Notifications: Turn notification pop-ups on or off.
- Show Preview: Decide whether message content appears in the pop-up.
- During Games: Control how notifications behave while playing.
- When Watching Videos: Prevent alerts from interrupting media playback.
- When Broadcasting: Avoid showing private messages during streams.
Best Setup for Most Players
For everyday use, a slightly longer notification display time works well with message previews enabled and unnecessary alerts turned off. If you play online shooters, fighting games, or rhythm games, reduce interruptions by disabling less important notifications during gameplay.
If You Still Miss Notifications
If alerts are still difficult to notice, check your display area, HDR brightness, and TV picture mode. Bright games can make small pop-ups harder to see. You can also review missed notifications from the PS5 control centre, so a disappeared pop-up does not mean the information is gone forever.
Bottom Line
Adjusting notification display time is a small change that can make the PS5 feel more comfortable. Increase the duration if alerts vanish too quickly, then fine-tune the notification menu so important pop-ups remain visible without cluttering the screen during play.
