In this era of mobile phones, we are addicted to our phones and mostly spend our free time on them. As the most used operating system in the world, Android provides us with numerous features and customization options. However, some features are missing, and one of them is auto-rotate, which is only available on some devices.
Auto-rotate is a feature that allows the phone screen to rotate automatically when you turn your phone. It helps you to have a better experience while playing games, viewing images, or watching videos.
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What’s Needed
To add auto-rotate to your Android device, you need to have the following things:
- An Android phone or a tablet.
- The latest version of the Google Play Store.
- An internet connection to download apps.
What Should I Pay Attention to?
Before adding the auto-rotate feature to your Android device, there are some things you should consider:
- Auto-rotate drains more battery, so you might have to charge your phone more often.
- Auto-rotate can sometimes get annoying when it rotates the screen frequently.
- Auto-rotate might not work well on some devices due to hardware limitations or software bugs.
Method 1: Using the Google Play Store
Before proceeding with this method, please make sure that your device has the latest version of the Google Play Store.
- Open the Google Play Store and search for "Rotation Control."
- Tap on the "Install" button to download and install the app on your device.
- Open the app and enable it by toggling the switch to "On."
Pros
- Easy to install and use.
- Can control the rotation of the screen on a per-app basis.
Cons
- No auto-rotate feature available.
- The app might not work well on some devices.
- The app has ads, which can be annoying.
Method 2: Using the Quick Settings Tile
This method only works on devices that have the Quick Settings Tile feature. To check if your device has this feature, swipe down from the top of the screen to open the notification shade and look for a gear icon. If there is no gear icon, your device does not support the Quick Settings Tile feature.
- Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the notification shade.
- Swipe down again to open the Quick Settings Tile panel.
- Look for the "Auto-rotate" icon and tap on it to enable the feature. If you don’t see the icon, tap on the "Edit" button to add it to the panel.
Pros
- Easy to use.
- No need to download any apps.
Cons
- The feature might not be available on some devices.
- The icon can easily be removed from the panel by mistake.
- The feature is not available on a per-app basis.
Method 3: Using Developer Options
This method requires you to enable Developer Options on your device. To do this, go to Settings > About Phone and tap on the build number seven times. After that, go back to the main Settings menu, and you should see a new option called "Developer Options."
- Go to Settings > Developer Options.
- Look for the "Force allow apps to be resized" option and enable it.
- Open the app you want to use in landscape mode.
- Squeeze the sides of the app to force it into landscape mode.
Pros
- No need to download any apps.
- Can force any app to be in landscape mode.
Cons
- Not user-friendly.
- The feature might not be available on some devices.
- Cannot be used on a per-app basis.
- The app might not work well in landscape mode.
Why Can’t I Add Auto Rotate on Android
There are some reasons why you might not be able to add auto-rotate to your Android device:
- Your device does not support the auto-rotate feature.
- Your device might have a hardware limitation that does not allow it to rotate the screen automatically.
- You might have disabled the auto-rotate feature accidentally or intentionally.
Fixes
- Check if your device supports the auto-rotate feature.
- Restart your device to see if it fixes the issue.
- Check if the auto-rotate feature is enabled in the settings.
- Update your device’s software to the latest version.
Suggestions
Adding the auto-rotate feature to your device can provide you with a better experience while using your phone. However, you should be aware of the downsides of this feature, such as battery drain and annoying screen rotations. It is recommended to use the feature only when necessary and to turn it off when not needed.
FAQs
Q: Why doesn’t my Android device have the auto-rotate feature?
A: Some older or budget devices might not have the hardware or software capability to support the auto-rotate feature.
Q: How do I disable auto-rotate on Android?
A: You can disable the auto-rotate feature by swiping down from the top of the screen to open the notification shade, then find the "Auto-rotate" icon and tap on it to disable the feature.
Q: Can I enable auto-rotate for some apps and disable it for others?
A: Yes, you can use the Rotation Control app to enable or disable auto-rotate on a per-app basis.
Q: Why does my Android device keep rotating the screen even when I don’t want it to?
A: You might have accidentally enabled the auto-rotate feature or have an app that forces the screen to rotate. You can disable the feature in the settings or force-stop the app.
Q: Can I use the auto-rotate feature with one hand?
A: Yes, you can use the auto-rotate feature with one hand by enabling it and then turning your device while holding it with one hand.