4 Ways to Fix Android Phone Not Showing a Wi-Fi Network Name

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Basic Fixes

Fix 1: Join Using QR Code

If you can’t find the Wi-Fi network, here’s how you can join using a QR code from another device.

Step 1:OpenSettings > Internet, and tap on theSettingsicon next to the network you want to share.

Step 2:TapShare, and it creates a QR code on your phone.

Step 3:Grab your new Android phone andscan the QR codeto join the network.

Also Read:How to fix QR code scanner not working on Android.

Fix 2: Unblock Device From Network

You will not be able to see the name of the Wi-Fi network if you’ve blocked your Android device from accessing it.

Open the app, or the control panel of your Wi-Fi network, and check if you’ve blocked your device. Contact your internet service provider for more assistance.

Fix 3: Refresh Internet

Refresh the Internet menu to try and discover your Wi-Fi network.

Open theSettings app, go toNetwork and Internet, tap onInternet,and use theRefreshoption.

Fix 4: Reset Network Settings

Resetting network settingscan help erase any bugs that are affecting Wi-Fi on your Android device. Therefore, doing so can also fix the problem. Here’s how you can do it.

Open theSettingsapp, go toBack up and Reset > Reset Phone > Reset network settings.

Also Read:How to fix Android Wi-Fi not turning on.

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Last updated on 08 August, 2024

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