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Display device information, change phone settings, troubleshoot your Android, manage calls, and more
We've put together a list of the best secret codes for Android phones and tablets to help you access and unlock non-obvious features of Android. Some of them will work for all Androids, but other codes are device-specific.
All phones that run Android have a built-in protocol called USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data), which allows users to quickly access features on their phone regardless of the manufacturer.
To use Android secret codes, go to the Phone app, open the dial pad, and enter a code. You don't need to tap Call. If your phone supports the code, it should execute automatically.
These codes can tell you important information about your phone's hardware and software:
These codes can be used as shortcuts to perform various helpful tasks:
If your phone is malfunctioning, try these codes to troubleshoot your Android and identify the problem:
A factory reset removes all personal data from your phone, so back up your Android before resetting your device.
Use these codes to manage call waiting, call forwarding, and more:
These secret codes only work for specific brands and models:
No. Most of these codes are for troubleshooting or just a more technical way to check or change settings. Almost all of the settings mentioned above are accessible in other ways.
Yes, but the codes aren't always identical. You do not need to use these codes to get the most out of your iPhone.
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