We've compiled a list of the finest hidden codes for Android phones and tablets to help you gain access to and unlock Android's less obvious features. Some will operate on all Androids, while others are device-specific.
How To Use Android Secret Cod
Android phones include a built-in mechanism called USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) that enables easy access to phone functionality across manufacturers.
To utilize Android secret codes, navigate to the Phone app, open the dial pad, and enter the code. You do not required to hit Call. If your phone supports the code, it should run automatically.
To utilize Android secret codes, navigate to the Phone app, open the dial pad, and enter the code. You do not required to hit Call. If your phone supports the code, it should run automatically.
Best Codes for Finding Phone Information
These codes can provide critical information about your phone's hardware and software:
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Display the touch-screen version information. |
*#*#2663#*#* |
Display your phone’s build time. | *#*#44336#*#* |
Check your RAM version. | *#*#3264#*#* |
Display FTA software version. | *#*#1111#*#* |
Display FTA hardware version. | *#*#2222#*#* |
View Bluetooth device address. | *#*#232337#*# |
View your phone's IMEI number. |
*#06# |
Display your Wi-Fi network's MAC address. | *#*#232338#*#* |
View your phone's firmware information. | *#*#4986*2650468#*#* |
View your camera firmware information. | #*#34971539#*#* |
View your phone’s firmware information including the PDA software version | *#*#1234#*#* |
View the NAND flash serial number. | *#03# |
Best Codes to Manage Phone Settings
Use these codes as shortcuts to conduct a variety of useful operations.
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Change power button behavior. |
*#*#7594#*#* |
Access Service Mode to perform tests and change phone settings. | *#*#197328640#*#* |
Access Field Mode and view information about local networks and cell towers. | *3001#12345#* |
View storage and data consumption information. | *#3282*727336*# |
Display battery information, WLAN status, and usage statistics. | *#*#4636#*#* |
Display Calendar data stored on your phone. | *#*#225#*#* |
Display the RF band selection. |
*#2263# |
Get a text message with your billing information. | *3282# |
Enter test mode (only available on some devices). | *#0*# |
Best Codes for Troubleshooting Android
If your phone is not working properly, use these codes to troubleshoot your Android and discover the issue:
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Perform a GPS test. |
#*#1472365#*#* |
Test the touchscreen. | *#*#2664#*#* |
Perform a WLAN test. | *#*#526#*#* |
Test Bluetooth. | *#*#232331#*#* |
Perform a field test. | *#*#7262626#*#* |
Test vibration and backlight. | *#*#0842#*#* |
Perform a packet loopback test. |
*#*#0283#*#* |
Perform a proximity sensor test. | *#*#0588#*#* |
Perform an audio and melody test. | *#*#0673#*#* or *#*#0289#*#* |
Perform a real-time clock test. | #0782*# |
Run Google Play Services diagnostics. | #*#426#*# |
Perform a light sensor test. | *#0589# |
Check your battery status and details. | *#0228# |
Access USB 12C mode control. |
*#7284# |
Access USB logging control. | *#872564# |
Open the RIL dump menu. | *#745# |
Open the Debug dump menu. | *#746# |
Access System dump mode. | *#9900# |
Display the GCF mode status. | #3214789# |
Display diagnostic configuration. | *#9090# |
Open the Quick test menu. | *#7353# |
Make a backup of your media files. | *#*#273282*255*663282*#*#* |
Factory reset your Android phone. | *#*#7780#*#* |
Best Codes to Manage Calls and Messages
Use these codes to handle call waiting, call forwarding, and other features:
Use these codes to handle call waiting, call forwarding, and other features:
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Display call forwarding information on your phone. |
*#67# |
See how long it takes to forward calls. | *#61# |
Turn on caller ID. | *31# |
Turn off caller ID. | #31# |
Turn on call waiting. | *43# |
Turn off call waiting. | #43# |
See your SMS message center number. | *5005*7672# |
Best Codes for Specific Android Phones
These secret codes are only valid for particular brands and models.
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Open the hidden services menu (Motorola Droid). |
7764726 |
Open the hidden services menu (LG Optimus 2x). | 1809#*990# |
Open the hidden services menu (LG Optimus 3D). | 3845#*920# |
Open the hidden services menu (Samsung Galaxy S3). |
*#0*# |
Display network connection and serving cell information (Samsung phones). | *#011# |