Keep Screen On Android

Stop your Android screen from timing out. Use the in-browser wake lock, or adjust Screen timeout with the steps below.

Ready. Choose a duration and press Start.

Android turns the screen off after a set Screen timeout. You can lengthen it, or use a browser wake lock for a single session.

Many Android browsers support the Screen Wake Lock API, so the tool above often works directly.

Change Screen timeout on Android

  1. 1

    Open Settings

    Go to Settings → Display.

  2. 2

    Tap Screen timeout

    Pick a longer duration to delay sleep.

  3. 3

    Use the tool

    Or press Start above to keep the screen on in your browser.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Screen timeout?

Usually under Settings → Display → Screen timeout (names vary by brand).

Does the wake lock work on Android?

Most modern Android browsers support it. If not, increase Screen timeout.

Is there a Stay awake option?

Developer options include 'Stay awake' while charging on many devices.

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