Can Quit Game Feature on Left/Right swipe be turned off?

OK, so I was checking out the Mobile Version of Friends, looking for the "Go To" feature, and decided to play a bit. I rarely play on my mobile, and thus am not an expert on the mobile version. Also, I tend to be slightly fumble fingered. While playing I found every time I tried to match a side candy, I would accidentally engage the swipe to Quit feature. This REALLY interrupts the game, not only because it pops up when I am trying to play, but also the countdown timer. I only have a few seconds to react and cancel, or the game quits. Can I turn this feature off? I looked under settings and accessibility but did see a way to turn it off. I'm probably being dense, but it absolutely kills the game fun for me. Thanks!