Android Bugs and How to Fix Them
Android is one of the most popular operating systems in the world, powering billions of devices from smartphones to tablets to smart TVs. However, as with any software, Android is not perfect and can sometimes encounter bugs that affect its performance, functionality, or user experience.
In this article, we will look at five common Android bugs and how to fix them easily and quickly. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, these tips will help you solve some of the most annoying problems that Android users face.
Battery drain
One of the most common complaints from Android users is that their battery life is not as good as they expected. There are many factors that can cause battery drain, such as apps running in the background, location and brightness settings, or battery degradation. Here are some steps you can take to improve your battery life:
- Reboot your phone. Sometimes, a simple restart can clear up any glitches or processes that are draining your battery unnecessarily.
- Update your apps. Outdated apps can have bugs or compatibility issues that can affect your battery life. Make sure you have the latest version of your apps installed from the Google Play Store.
- Change your location mode to battery-saving. Location services can use a lot of battery power, especially if they are constantly running in the background. You can change your location mode to battery-saving, which uses less GPS and more Wi-Fi and cellular networks to determine your location. To do this, go to Settings > Location > Mode and select Battery saving.
- Lower your screen brightness. The screen is one of the biggest battery consumers on your phone. You can lower your screen brightness manually or enable adaptive brightness, which automatically adjusts the brightness based on the ambient light. To do this, go to Settings > Display > Brightness level and adjust the slider or toggle the switch.
- Use a battery saver mode if your phone has one. Some Android phones have a battery saver mode that reduces the performance and functionality of your phone to extend the battery life. For example, it may limit the background data, vibration, and animation. To enable this mode, go to Settings > Battery > Battery saver and toggle the switch.
Note: Battery saver mode may affect some features or apps on your phone, so use it with caution.
Wi-Fi disconnecting
Another common Android bug is that the Wi-Fi connection keeps disconnecting or dropping. This can be very frustrating, especially if you are using your phone for online activities such as browsing, streaming, or gaming. The problem can be caused by your phone, router, or internet connection. Here are some possible solutions:
- Enable airplane mode for 30 seconds and then disable it. This can refresh your network settings and reconnect your phone to the Wi-Fi network.
- Toggle Wi-Fi off and on. Sometimes, turning off and on your Wi-Fi can fix the connection issue. To do this, swipe down from the top of your screen and tap the Wi-Fi icon.
- Forget and reconnect to the network. If the previous steps did not work, you can try forgetting and reconnecting to the Wi-Fi network. This can clear any cached or corrupted data that may be causing the problem. To do this, go to Settings > Wi-Fi and tap the network name. Then, tap Forget network and confirm. After that, tap the network name again and enter the password to reconnect.
- Reset your network settings. If none of the above worked, you can try resetting your network settings. This will erase all your Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular data settings and restore them to default. To do this, go to Settings > System > Reset options > Reset Wi-Fi, mobile & Bluetooth and tap Reset settings and confirm.
- Reboot your router. Sometimes, the problem may be with your router, not your phone. You can try rebooting your router by unplugging it from the power source, waiting for a few seconds, and plugging it back in. This can resolve any network issues or conflicts that may be affecting your Wi-Fi connection.
Warning: Resetting your network settings will delete all your saved Wi-Fi passwords and Bluetooth pairings, so make sure you have them backed up or written down before you do this.
Phone freezing up
Another annoying Android bug is when your phone freezes up or becomes unresponsive. This can happen when your phone is low on internal storage, has too many open apps, or has a glitchy system. Here are some ways to unfreeze your phone and make it run smoother:
- Delete unused apps and photos. One of the main reasons for phone freezing is low internal storage. You can free up some space by deleting apps and photos that you don't use or need. To do this, go to Settings > Storage and tap Free up space. Then, select the items you want to delete and tap Free up.
- Move files to the cloud or a microSD card. Another way to free up some storage is to move your files to the cloud or a microSD card. This can also make your phone faster and more secure. You can use services such as Google Photos, Google Drive, or Dropbox to back up your photos and files to the cloud. Alternatively, you can insert a microSD card into your phone and move your files there. To do this, go to Settings > Storage and tap the option to move files to the microSD card.
- Close open apps. Having too many apps running in the background can slow down your phone and make it freeze. You can close the apps that you are not using by tapping the recent apps button (usually a square icon) at the bottom of your screen and swiping them away. You can also use the Clear all option to close all the apps at once.
- Clear app cache. Sometimes, the app cache can get corrupted or overloaded, causing your phone to freeze. You can clear the app cache to remove any temporary or unnecessary data that may be affecting your phone's performance. To do this, go to Settings > Apps and tap the app that you want to clear. Then, tap Storage > Clear cache. You can also use the Clear all cache option to clear the cache of all the apps at once.
- Avoid live wallpapers. Live wallpapers are animated or interactive wallpapers that can make your phone look cool, but they can also consume a lot of battery and memory, causing your phone to freeze. You can avoid using live wallpapers and opt for static ones instead. To do this, go to Settings > Display > Wallpaper and select a static wallpaper from the gallery or the default options.
- Force reboot your phone. If none of the above worked, you can try force rebooting your phone by holding the power and volume down keys for about 10 seconds. This can restart your phone and fix any system glitches that may be causing your phone to freeze.
App crashing
Another common Android bug is when an app crashes or stops working. This can happen when there is a bug in the app, a compatibility issue, or a corrupted cache. Here are some possible solutions:
- Update the app. The first thing you should do when an app crashes is to check if there is an update available for it. Sometimes, the app developers release updates to fix bugs or improve compatibility. To check for updates, go to the Google Play Store and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the top left corner. Then, tap My apps & games and tap Update all or Update next to the app that you want to update.
- Clear the app cache and data. If updating the app did not work, you can try clearing the app cache and data. This can remove any corrupted or outdated data that may be causing the app to crash. To do this, go to Settings > Apps and tap the app that you want to clear. Then, tap Storage > Clear cache and Clear data.
- Uninstall and reinstall the app. If clearing the app cache and data did not work, you can try uninstalling and reinstalling the app. This can reset the app to its original state and fix any installation errors. To do this, go to Settings > Apps and tap the app that you want to uninstall. Then, tap Uninstall and confirm. After that, go to the Google Play Store and search for the app and tap Install.
- Use a different app for the same purpose. If none of the above worked, you can try using a different app for the same purpose. For example, if your browser app is crashing, you can try using another browser app such as Chrome, Firefox, or Opera.
Conclusion
So, there you have it guys these were some of the most common bugs on Android and I hope you found this article useful so if you did Don't forget to share your thoughts in the comments and I'll see you in the next one