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Screen Won’t Turn Off on Android? Quick Fixes

Issue Description 

The screen stays on during calls or idle periods, draining battery. 

Common Causes 

  • Screen timeout disabled 
  • Proximity sensor blocked 
  • App preventing sleep 

Step-by-Step Solution 

Step 1: Check Screen Timeout 

  • Settings → Display → Screen timeout 
  • Set to 30 sec – 2 min 

 

Step 2: Clean Proximity Sensor 

  • Clean area near front camera 
  • Remove thick screen protectors 

 

Step 3: Disable Always-On Display 

  • Settings → Lock Screen 
  • Turn OFF Always On Display 

 

Step 4: Boot into Safe Mode 

  • Identify apps keeping screen awake 

Explore Further 

  • Sensor test apps 

Prevention & Best Practices 

Avoid apps with wake-lock abuse.