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How to Diagnose Mobile Phone Problem –

Diagnostic Codes
by Santosh Das | Last Updated On June 28, 2019

Learn How to Diagnose Common Mobile Phone Problems with Secret Diagnostic Codes

Here we Learn How to Diagnose Mobile Phone Problems with Diagnostic Codes. Learn
How to Diagnose Common Mobile Phone Problems with Secret Diagnostic Codes.

What are Secret Diagnostic Codes to Test & Check


Phone Hardware Condition
Diagnostic codes, also called, secret codes, help to get a closer look at the inner
functionality of a phone. Most mobile phone repairing technicians use these diagnostic
codes to troubleshoot Feature Mobile Phones, Android Smartphone. and Apple iPhone.

You may remember that whenever you go to a technician or any service center, the first
thing they do is enter some code with # symbol and some numbers and few other symbols.
These are nothing but Diagnostic Codes that help the technician to know about the exact
problem. They have a list of such codes and they use them as and when required.

There are a list of these diagnostic codes for Android phones, iPhone, China phones and
other phones. Most manufacturers provide such list with their manual that comes with a
new phone.

Below you will find a list of Codes to Diagnose Mobile Phone Hardware Problem. Make
sure to use them with caution. Read carefully what each diagnostic code does before
entering them in your phone. Some codes can wipe OFF the firmware or delete the vendor-
specific updates from the OS. So, be extra careful.

How to Diagnose Mobile Phone Problem


There could be times when you may need to troubleshoot / diagnose your mobile phone or
Android Smartphone when there are problems such as Slow Performance, Audio Problems,
Touchscreen or Display Problems or any other such Hardware or Software Problem.

There are in-built Diagnostic Tools and Downloadable Apps that can help you easily and
quickly diagnose your mobile cell phone and troubleshoot and fix the problem.

Mobile Phone Secret Diagnostic Codes


 iPhone – 3001#12345# * – This will display “Field Test” on your iPhone where
you can easily test each part of the phone’s functions.
 BlackBerry: TEST
 HTC: *#*#3423#*#*
 LG: 2945#*# or 2945*#01*#
 Motorola: ##7764726
 Nokia: ##3282
 Samsung: * #0011#
 Sony: 904059+>

The above codes will help you identify software or hardware problem and then it becomes
easier to find the solution. Please note that the above codes may not work on all models.
Video: Best Free App to Test Android Mobile Phone
Hardware – Check Touchscreen, Display, Sensor, Mic
List of Useful Secret Codes for Android Mobile Phones
Code Function
*#*#0*#*#* LCD Test
*#*#0673#*#*
OR Melody Test
*#*#0289#*#*
*#*#0283#*#* Packet Loop Back
*#*#0842#*#* Vibrator and Back light Test
*#*#2663#*#* Touch Screen Version
*#*#2664#*#* Touch Screen Test
*#*#0588#*#* Proximity Sensor Test
*#*#3264#*#* RAM Version

Secret Codes for Android Mobile Phones


by Santosh Das | Last Updated On June 28, 2020

Secret Codes for Android Mobile Phones – These secret codes are very helpful to test
several features of android mobile phones and can be used for diagnosis

Secret Codes for Android Mobile Phones – These secret codes are Useful Android Hidden
Codes to test several features of android mobile phones, condition of hardware and can be
used for diagnosis and troubleshooting.
Android Secret Codes

Secret Codes for Android Mobile Phones


Many people are searching for Android Hidden Codes. Many website provide correct
information while others provide false and useless information.

It is recommended that you use only genuine and useful secret codes from reliable sources.
I try my best to provide correct and useful information on this website.

When I first bought my New Samsung Galaxy SII Android Mobile Phone, I was excited
and curious to learn about Android. It took time for me to learn but now I must admit that
Android is the best Operating System for any Mobile Phone, Tablet or Phablet. The simple
and easy to use User Interface makes it the leader. This is the reason why the Best Mobile
Phone Manufacturers use Android OF in the Smartphones and Android Occupies over 83%
of the Global Market Share.

The Android secret codes mentioned here are applicable to any brand of android mobile
phone including – Samsung, China Mobile Phones, Motorola, HTC, Sony, Alcatel, LG,
Xiaomi (Mi), Oppo, Vivo, Panasonic, Huawei, ZTE, Spice, Lava, Sony Ericsson, Micromax
etc.
PS: Please note that you must use these secret codes at your own risk. If you are a beginner
then I suggest taking help of some expert or experienced user before using these codes.
These useful secret codes are meant to be used by experienced users and not beginners.

List of Useful Secret Codes for Android Mobile Phones


Secret Code Purpose of Use
Displays useful information regarding the mobile phone. Following
Menus are Displayed using this secret code:

 Phone information
*#*#4636#*#*  Battery information
 Battery history
 Usage statistics
 Wifi information

Secret code to Factory Reset any Android Mobile Phone. This code
will reset and remove following data:

 Google account settings stored in the phone


 System and application data and settings
 All Downloaded applications
*#*#7780#*#*
This code will not format or erase following:

 Current system software and bundled applications


 Files and data stored in the external SD card.

Secret code to factory format any Android mobile phone. It will


format and remove all data, files and settings of the mobile phone
and the internal memory. It will also reinstall the phone firmware.
*2767*3855# This is a very risky secret code and must be used very wisely only
when required or when no other option is left. Once this code is
given, the operation cannot be stopped. It may be stopped by
removing the battery but it may cause other troubles.
*#*#34971539#*#* Secret code to get information about camera of the mobile phone.
When this code is given, following menus will appear on the
screen:

1. Update camera firmware in image


2. Update camera firmware in SD card
3. Get camera firmware version
4. Get firmware update count

Select the required menu for related information. It is


suggested not to use the first menu to update camera
firmware or the camera might stop working.
This secret code is used to change the “End Call / Power” button
*#*#7594#*#* option.
This code will open a File copy screen to backup media files like
*#*#273283*255*663282*#*#*
videos, music and sound, photos / images etc.
This code is used to enter into service mode to run different tests
*#*#197328640#*#*
and change settings.
WLAN, GPS and Bluetooth Secret Codes
*#*#232339#*#*
OR
*#*#526#*#* WLAN Test
OR
*#*#528#*#*
*#*#232338#*#* Displays WiFi MAC Address
*#*#1472365#*#*
OR GPS Test
*#*#1575#*#*
*#*#232331#*#* Bluetooth Test

*#*#232337#*# To Display Bluetooth Device Address

*#*#8255#*#* To launch GTalk Service Monitor.

Useful Secret Codes for Factory Tests


*#*#0*#*#* LCD Test
*#*#0673#*#*
OR Melody Test
*#*#0289#*#*
*#*#0283#*#* Packet Loop Back

*#*#0842#*#* Vibrator and Back light Test

*#*#2663#*#* Touch Screen Version

*#*#2664#*#* Touch Screen Test

*#*#0588#*#* Proximity Sensor Test

*#*#3264#*#* RAM Version

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