Set Airplane Mode on Android to Reset WiFi and 5G

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Set Airplane Mode on Android to Reset WiFi and 5G

If you have problems with WiFi or 5G and internet is not working on your Android phone, there is a simple trick to fix it.

You might notice slow speeds or dropped signals. You don’t need to restart your phone or reset your network settings to fix it. This is a simpe trick – use Airplane Mode. Let me explain it.

What Does Airplane Mode Do?

Airplane Mode is a handy feature that temporarily turns off all wireless connections on your phone, including WiFi, mobile data (like 5G), and Bluetooth. When you turn it on and then off again, it does a soft “reset” on these connections, which can help fix small issues like slow internet or spotty signals.
It’s a quick and easy way to troubleshoot without restarting your phone.

How to Enable and Disable Airplane Mode to Reset WiFi and 5G

These are the steps to use Airplane Mode and reset your network connections:

Step 1: Access the Quick Settings Menu

  1. Swipe down from the top of your screen. This will open the Quick Settings menu, where you’ll see icons for things like WiFi, Bluetooth, and Airplane Mode.
  2. If you don’t see Airplane Mode right away, swipe down again to expand the menu and show more options.

Step 2: Enable Airplane Mode

  1. Tap the Airplane Mode icon. It usually looks like an airplane.
  2. Once you tap it, you’ll notice that all your wireless connections (WiFi, 5G, Bluetooth) are turned off. Your phone is now in Airplane Mode.

Step 3: Wait a Few Seconds

  1. Give it about 10-15 seconds. This short pause allows your phone to completely disconnect from all networks.

Step 4: Disable Airplane Mode

  1. Tap the Airplane Mode icon again to turn it off.
  2. Your phone will automatically reconnect to WiFi and 5G (if available). This fresh connection often resolves any small issues you were experiencing.

Check Your Network Status

After resetting your connections, it’s a good idea to check that everything is working properly:

Check Your WiFi Connection:

    • Open your browser or an app that uses the internet to see if your WiFi is working.
    • If it’s still slow or not connecting, try forgetting the network and reconnecting (go to Settings > WiFi, tap the network, and select “Forget”).

    Test Your 5G Connection:

      • Make sure mobile data is turned on (go to Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile Network).
      • Open a website or app to test your connection speed.

      Restart Your Router (if needed):

        • If you’re still having WiFi issues, the problem might be with your router. Try unplugging it for 30 seconds and plugging it back in.

        Why it Works

        When you toggle Airplane Mode, your phone disconnects from all networks and then reconnects fresh. This clears out any temporary errors in the connection process. It gives your phone a soft refresh for its network settings, without a full restart or reset.

        Conclusion

        Using Airplane Mode to reset your WiFi and 5G connections is an easy trick that can save you a lot of time. Next time you have slow internet, try to toggle Airplane mode.
        If you’re still having trouble, don’t hesitate to restart the phone, check your network settings, do a network and internet reset or reach out to your internet service provider (ISP) or your mobile operator for help.


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