Auto Rotate on the OnePlus 15 is supposed to switch your screen between portrait and landscape automatically, depending on how you hold the phone. When it stops working, videos stay sideways, apps feel awkward to use, and the phone feels less intuitive overall. In most cases, this problem is caused by a setting, sensor behavior, or a temporary system issue, and it can usually be fixed without much effort.
Why Auto Rotate Is Not Working on the OnePlus 15
- Auto Rotate is turned off in Quick Settings.
- Screen rotation is locked at the system level.
- Motion sensors are not responding correctly.
- Battery optimization is limiting background sensor activity.
- A temporary software issue is affecting system sensors.
1. Make Sure Auto Rotate Is Enabled
Auto Rotate must be turned on manually, and it is easy to miss if the phone was recently restarted or customized. If rotation is locked, the screen will never rotate no matter how you tilt the device.
Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings, and then swipe down again to expand it.
Look for Auto Rotate, and then tap it to make sure it is enabled.
2. Check if Screen Rotation Is Locked
Even if Auto Rotate appears enabled, the screen can still be locked in portrait mode. This often happens after watching videos or using the phone while lying down.
Swipe down from the top to open Quick Settings, and then check the rotation icon.
If it shows Portrait or Rotation locked, tap it once to allow screen rotation again.
3. Restart Your OnePlus 15
A restart refreshes system services and reloads motion sensors. This can instantly fix rotation issues caused by temporary background errors.
Press and hold the Power key, and then tap Restart.
Wait for the phone to boot up completely, and then test Auto Rotate again.
4. Test the Motion Sensors
Auto Rotate depends on the accelerometer and gyroscope. If these sensors stop responding correctly, screen rotation will fail across all apps.
Open the Phone app, and then dial *#808#.
Run the sensor test, and check if the accelerometer and gyroscope respond normally.
5. Turn Off Battery Optimization for System Services
Aggressive battery saving can restrict sensor activity in the background. When this happens, Auto Rotate may stop responding or work inconsistently.
Open Settings, and then tap Battery.
Tap Battery optimization, and then make sure system services related to display and sensors are not restricted.
6. Update the System Software
Software updates often include fixes for sensor and display-related issues. Running outdated software can cause Auto Rotate problems that were already resolved in newer versions.
Open Settings, and then tap About device.
Tap Software updates, and then install any available updates for your OnePlus 15.
Auto Rotate issues on the OnePlus 15 are usually tied to settings, sensors, or short-term software hiccups. Once you reenable rotation, refresh the system, or confirm that sensors are working properly, the feature should behave normally again.
FAQs
Why does Auto Rotate work in some apps but not others?
Some apps lock screen orientation by design. Try rotating the screen in apps like YouTube or Chrome to confirm whether Auto Rotate works system-wide.
Does using a magnetic case affect Auto Rotate?
Yes, in some cases. Magnetic accessories can interfere with motion sensors, which may cause Auto Rotate to behave unpredictably.
Can a factory reset fix Auto Rotate issues?
A factory reset can help if the issue is caused by deep software corruption. It should only be used after trying all other troubleshooting steps first.
