How to Prevent Apps from Closing When Screen Turns Off on Android

Learn how to keep your Android apps running when the screen turns off by adjusting battery optimization settings.

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To stop apps from closing when the screen turns off on Android, navigate to your device’s 'Settings' > 'Battery' > 'Battery Optimization'. Select the apps you want to keep running and set them to 'Not Optimized'. Additionally, check 'Settings' > 'Apps & notifications' > 'Advanced' > 'Special app access' > 'Battery Optimization' and repeat the process. Keep in mind that keeping apps running can reduce battery life.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why do apps close when the Android screen turns off? Android devices often close apps when the screen turns off to save battery life by limiting background activity through battery optimization.
  2. How do I stop my apps from closing when the screen turns off? You can prevent apps from closing by navigating to Settings > Battery > Battery Optimization and setting your chosen apps to 'Not Optimized'.
  3. Does disabling battery optimization affect battery life? Yes, keeping apps running in the background by disabling battery optimization may lead to increased battery consumption.