3 Ways to Fix Android Developer Options Not Showing Up

Sumukh has a knack for simplifying tech for the masses and helping consumers pick the right gadgets with his in-depth insights and reviews. He decided to hide his engineering degree in the closet to pursue his passion for writing. Over the past 6 years, he has contributed with guides, reviews, and detailed opinions to notable publications like TechPP and XDA-Developers – before donning the Editor hat at Guiding Tech Media.

Fix 1: Enable Developer Options Once Again

By default, Developer Options are disabled on all Android devices. You will have to enable them manually. If you’ve already done that but still don’t see the menu after a while, try enabling developer options again.

Step 1:Open theSettingsapp on your Android Phone. Head to theAbout Phonesection, and navigate toSoftware Information.

Step 2:Find theBuild number. Tap on it constantlyseven timesbefore you see the ‘Developer Mode has been enabled’ message.

Enter yourPINif prompted.

Also Read:How to force high refresh rate on all Android apps without root

Fix 2: Enable the Toggle for Developer Settings

If you see the ‘Developer Mode has already been enabled’ message after performing the above steps, it might mean the toggle on the Settings page is turned off. Ensure it always stays enabled to use Developer Options.

Open theSettingsapp on your Android Phone. Scroll down and head to theDeveloper Optionssection. Ensure thetoggleat the top of the page is enabled. If not,turn it on.

Fix 3: Disable System Administrators

If your Android device was issued to you by a school or company, they may have enforced policies that prevent Developer Options. The policy can also be enforced if you have added a company account to your phone or if your company’s app has been set as the administrator. This is where you’ll see the “Developer Options are not available for this user” toggle.

If this is the case, you will need to talk to the IT department or remove any third-party app with thosepermissionsfrom your phone. Here’s how to do it.

Step 1:Open theSettingsapp and navigate to theSecurity and Privacysection. Then, head toother security settings.

Step 2:Tap onDevice admin apps. If you see any app you don’t recognize here,turn offthe toggle next to it.

Was this helpful?

Last updated on 30 August, 2024

Leave a ReplyCancel reply

Your email address will not be published.Required fields are marked*

Name*

Email*

Comment*

Δ

The article above may contain affiliate links which help support Guiding Tech. The content remains unbiased and authentic and will never affect our editorial integrity.

More in Android

3 Ways to Update Google Play Store

12 Best Nothing Phone (1) Tips and Tricks You Should Know

JOIN THE NEWSLETTER

Get Guiding Tech articles delivered to your inbox.

© 2024 Guiding Tech Media. All Rights Reserved.