Have you ever encountered a problem when the proximity sensor on your Android device is not working? You may not even know when it is not functioning properly. However, there are a few signs that indicate a malfunctioning sensor. For example, when you receive a call, and your phone does not go dark when you place it near your ear, or the auto-brightness feature is not working, it could mean that there is a problem with your proximity sensor.
In this article, we will provide you with some tips on how to turn off the proximity sensor on your Android device. Although we will be using the Google Pixel 6, these tips are applicable to any Android device.
Firstly, the proximity sensor may be malfunctioning if there is dirt on the front of your device or a particle is stuck there. You can solve this issue by carefully cleaning the front of your device with a cloth. If this does not solve the problem, you may want to check if your screen protector is compatible with your device. If it is not, then you might need to change the screen protector.
If the problem still persists, you can try giving your device a forced restart. This can often solve the problem if it is caused by minor bugs or glitches. To do this, press and hold the volume up button and the power button until your device restarts.
However, if the problem is still hardware-related, you can check the auto-brightness feature. Go to your device’s settings, tap on Display, and then tap on Brightness level. Lower the brightness level and use a light on top of your proximity sensor to check if the brightness goes up automatically. If it does not, it could mean that there is a problem with the hardware.
Before taking your device to a professional to solve the hardware problem, you can try resetting your device. Open your device’s settings, tap on System, then Reset. Choose the option to reset Wi-Fi, mobile, and Bluetooth settings. Then tap on “Reset settings” and check if the problem has been solved.
In conclusion, these are the ways you can follow to turn off the proximity sensor on your Android device. We hope these tips have been helpful to you.