All Android devices, whether it is a smartphone or a Tablet, have hidden menus. There are many hidden secrets in these Android devices, which allow the exploration of functions generally reserved for manufacturers, even for operators who wish to modify a precise parameter (for example the frequency used, etc.) via some specific secret codes. It is with this in mind that we offer you a guide to check out all the secret codes for Android devices below.
List of Secret Codes for Android Devices
Before you start testing with all the secret codes for Android devices listed below, it will be good to follow a few small customary details. Please keep in mind that some of these commands will modify the behavior of your Android smartphone or tablet, while others can simply erase all the data of the device.
It is also worth mentioning that these codes are functional on Android devices such as Sony, LG, Samsung, HTC, Motorola, and some other brands as well. Without further ado, here are the various secret codes for Android devices:
General Secret Codes:
- *#06# – To know the IMEI number, it is the identifier of the phone, as the IP address of a computer.
- *#34971539# – To get information about the device’s camera.
- *#7465625# – To check the network blocking (SIMLOCK) of the telephone.
- *#232337# – To know the MAC address of your device, it is the physical identifier stored in the component that manages the SAMSUNG network part.
- *#232338# – Find out the WLAN MAC address of your device.
- *#*#8255#*#* – Displays the GTalk service.
- *#*#4636#*#* – Press this on your Android device to view various phone, battery, and Wi-Fi information.
- *#2663# – Gives information from the touch screen of the device.
- *#1234# or *#44336# – To know the firmware version (what is displayed in “Settings” -> “About phone” -> “Build number”).
Codes for the System:
- **04*CPA*NP*NP# – To change the PIN code of your phone or tablet.
- *2767*3855# – Performs a “full reset” of the device (erases all data).
- *#9900# – Retrieve system logs (RAM, kernel, modem) in files.
- *2767*2878# – To do a “custom reset” of the device, which resets all phone settings but does not erase saved data.
- *#273283*255*663282*# – Copies all multimedia data (photos, sounds, videos) from the SD card to the internal memory of the device.
Codes for Parameters:
- *#197328640# – Code for Root debug mode.
- *#78# – Displays the admin settings menu of the Samsung device.
- *#782872# – Switch to Qualcomm USB mode.
- *#2470# – Enable or disable the beep when taking photos with the native app.
- *#726872# – Switch to standard USB mode.
Hardware Test Codes:
- *#0*# – Tests the device’s screen and speakers.
- *#0283# – Make loops between the microphone and the speakers.
- *#4777*8665# – Tests the GPRS and the device configuration menus.
- *#*#2664#*#* – Performs a touch screen test.
- *#0011# – Displays basic GSM information of the phone.
- *#0588# – Tests the device’s proximity sensor.
- *#0782# – Indicates the date and time set on the device.
- *#0842# – Perform a test on the phone’s vibrator.
- *#0673# – Tests the sound part (MP3) of the device.
- *#0289# – Play a test melody.
- *#0228# – Displays the battery statistics (also found with the code *#*#4636#*#* seen above).
That is everything you need to know about all the secret codes for Android devices. If you are interested in getting more information about Android tips and tricks, check out our other guides on how to run Android apps on Windows 11 computers, and how to copy and paste text between Android and Windows 11 using SwiftKey.
