3 Fixes for Headphone Jack Not Working on Android

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Basic Fixes

Fix 1: Check Volume Settings

After you disable Bluetooth connections, you should check the volume settings on your Android phone. You might have turned down the volume levels previously while using the speaker of your Android phone.

OpenSettings>Sound & vibration> change thenvolume levels.

Tip:You can also press the Volume Buttons on your Android phone to increase the volume levels. Refer to our post if theVolume Buttons stop working on your Android phone.

Fix 2: Use Audio Switch Feature

You can use theAudio Switchfeature for Android phones running on Android 11 or above. This option lets you switch your audio output device seamlessly. You also need to keep in mind that Audio Switch works when all your connected devices have been paired using the Google Fast Pair functionality to the same Google account on each audio source.

Connect yourBluetoothdevice to your Android phone > openSettingson your Android phone >Connected devices> tap theSettingsicon next to your device name > enableUse Audio Switch.

You can also use third-party apps likeLesser AudioSwitchto use the same feature. Do remember that the app might not support the Android version on your device.

Fix 3: Reset Android Phone

Following this step will remove all the data, apps, and preferences from your Android phone.

OpenSettings>System>Reset options>Erase all data (factory reset)>Erase all data.

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Last updated on 05 September, 2024

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