How to Fix Unable to Click Allow on Android App Permissions

Learn how to easily fix the issue of not being able to click 'Allow' on app permissions on your Android device.

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Unable to click allow on app permissions may be due to a device's screen overlay settings. To resolve: Go to 'Settings' > 'Apps' > 'Configure apps' or 'App Settings' > 'Draw over other apps', and temporarily disable any screen overlay permissions. After granting the required permissions, you can re-enable the overlays. This quick adjustment often resolves the issue and restores functionality.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What are screen overlay settings on Android? Screen overlay settings allow apps to draw over other apps, which can sometimes interfere with app permissions.
  2. How can I prevent screen overlay issues? You can prevent screen overlay issues by checking app permissions in 'Settings' and disabling overlays temporarily.
  3. Why can't I change app permissions on my Android phone? You might be unable to change app permissions due to conflicting screen overlay settings or restrictions from certain apps.

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