Compared to iOS, Android lets you make further changes inside the OS and device, you know. But, that does not mean that you can find all those options in your Settings menu. It is why you need some Android hidden codes in the long run. These codes are simple but powerful. If you are wondering how these codes work, it is simple enough to understand: you type the hidden code in your phone dialer and wait for a few seconds.
Trust me, there are a few instances when you need these Android secret codes, you know. For instance, you may want to know if your cellphone module is working properly. In another case, you may want to know the audio device status. In this article, however, we have listed some of the coolest secret codes for Android. If you are a Pro Android user, you will find these secret codes incredibly useful.
| Code | Function |
|---|---|
| *#*#7780#*#* | This secret code will help you to factory-reset your device without going through hard menus. It needs to be noted that applications and application data will be deleted. Changes won’t happen to the firmware of your device by any chance. |
| *2767*3855# | You can use this code to make sure that every bit of data in your device is deleted and taken care of. Phone will be restored to the factory-state and the firmware will be re-installed. We recommend doing this only if you have proper backup of all important files. |
| *#*#34971539#*#* | Want to know how your device camera works and some technicalities? Use this secret menu that will show you almost all information about the camera module. If you think you are looking for some detailed tech or some EXIF data, count on this. |
| *#*#273283*255*663282*#*#* | If you are planning to take care of all your media files at once, this secret code will help you. Simply paste it, and you can easily take a complete backup of your media files. It does not offer a selection option, though. It is a quick way, though. |
| *#*#197328640#*#* | This secret code would unlock the Test Mode in the device. It means that you can open up areas that do test the different modules of the device. For instance, you can see if the sound module or cellular module works properly. In some devices, there may be additional options. |
| *#*#232339#*#* or *#*#526#*#* | You can use either of these secret codes to conduct a WLAN tests. If you think there is something wrong with the Wi-Fi section of the device, this code will come in handy. You will understand if the Wi-Fi module works properly in the device. |
| *#*#232338#*#* | You can use this Android secret code to find the Wi-Fi MAC address of your device. Normally, you will have to go to Settings and choose some sub-categories. This Android phone code would take you directly to that section. |
| *#*#232338#*#* | There are times when you want to see if there is something wrong with the LCD display. Use this code to do that in a single step. If the LCD screen isn’t working properly, you can know that. This Android hidden code should work for other types of displays as well. |
| *#*#1472365#*#* | The abovementioned code will help you to see if your GPS module is working properly. If you are facing a lot of issues in location tracking and Maps navigation, you should try this test. If there are some problems, you can consider fixing it. |
| *#*#0*#*#* | There are times when you want to see if there is something wrong with the LCD display. Use this code to do that in a single step. If the LCD screen isn’t working properly, you can know that. This Android hidden code should work for other types of displays as well. |
| *#*#0673#*#* or *#*#0289#*#* | If your device mic or speaker has not been working properly, you can enter one of these secret codes on the dialer. It will launch a section for Audio Testing, where you can know the working condition of the different devices inside. |
| *#*#0842#*#* | If you think the vibration module or backlit module has been behaving oddly, give this secret code a try. It’s supposed to show you details about both Vibration and Backlighting and also test them. This may come in handy if there are display issues too. |
| *#*#4986*2650468#*#* | While our first secret codes show you the basic details about phone hardware, this one is quite detailed. You can get to know some of the deeper details about the device in a single click. It will also show you information regarding installed firmware. |
| *#06# | You probably know that every mobile device in the world has a unique identification number named IMEI. This code, which works on Android as well as other platforms, will show you the number. This code will be helpful in case of device loss or theft. |
| *#*#232331#*#* | Entering this code on the dialer will open up the Bluetooth test. This is to test and diagnose the issues that are present with the Bluetooth module. If you have had problems while connecting to Bluetooth devices in recent times, it will be a huge help. |
Some Miscellaneous Android Hidden Codes
While we have shown some detailed codes above, there are some others too. Let’s have a quick look at the popular Android secret codes around.
- *#*#0588#*#* – You can use this code to know if the proximity sensor is working
- *#*#3264#*#* – This Android phone code will show you the RAM version
- *#*#7262626#*#* – This code will show you a Field test
- *#*#1111#*#* – Use this code to know the FTA Software version
- *#*#44336#*#* – This code will show you the build-related details
We hope these Android secret codes help you manage your device better.
Wrapping Up
Well, these are some of the most useful and popular Android hidden codes you can use. It needs to be noted that the working of these codes depends upon your Android version and device. Some device manufacturers might have disabled some of these modes. In such cases, you won’t see any changes even if you enter these codes. For instance, there was an Engineering Mode that helped us make serious changes to the cellular module in the MediaTek-powered device. Meanwhile, do check how many of these Android codes are working on your device.
Shuva
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Kavya
Hello Abhijith N Arjunan,
Thanks for sharing this great and informative article, it’s amazing.