Quick Share is meant to make file sharing fast and effortless, but when it stops working on your OnePlus 15, it quickly becomes frustrating. Files keep scanning, nearby devices do not appear, or transfers fail without explanation. In most cases, the problem is tied to visibility settings, connectivity issues, or system restrictions that can be fixed in minutes.
Why Your OnePlus 15 Can’t Share Files via Quick Share
- Nearby sharing is disabled on the receiving device.
- Bluetooth or Wi Fi is turned off or unstable.
- Device visibility is set to hidden or restricted.
- Background restrictions are limiting Quick Share.
- Temporary system glitches affecting sharing services.
Enable Nearby Sharing on the Receiving Device
Quick Share cannot detect another phone unless that device is actively visible. If nearby sharing is turned off, scanning will continue endlessly without finding anything.
Open Settings, and then tap Connected devices.
Tap Quick Share, and then scroll down to Nearby sharing.
Set it to Contacts only or Everyone so the device becomes discoverable.
Turn Bluetooth and Wi Fi On
Quick Share relies on both Bluetooth and Wi Fi to discover devices and transfer files. If either one is off or unstable, sharing will fail silently.
Open Settings, and then tap Wi Fi and Network.
Turn on Wi Fi, and then enable Bluetooth from the same screen.
Wait a few seconds to let both connections stabilize.
Refresh Quick Share by Restarting It
Sometimes Quick Share gets stuck in a scanning loop. Restarting the feature forces it to reconnect and refresh nearby device detection.
Open Settings, and then tap Connected devices.
Tap Quick Share, and then turn it off.
Wait a few seconds, then turn it back on and try sharing again.
Make Sure Device Visibility Is Allowed
If your OnePlus 15 is set to limit who can see it, other devices may never detect it. Visibility settings directly affect whether Quick Share works.
Open Settings, and then tap Connected devices.
Tap Quick Share, and then review visibility options.
Choose Contacts only or Everyone to allow detection.
Restart Your OnePlus 15
A simple restart can fix background service issues affecting Quick Share. This clears temporary bugs without changing any of your data.
Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings.
Tap the Power icon, and then tap Restart.
After the phone reboots, test Quick Share again.
Update System Software
Outdated software can cause compatibility issues with Quick Share, especially when sharing with newer devices. Keeping your phone updated ensures all sharing services work correctly.
Open Settings, and then tap System updates.
Check for updates, and then install any available version.
Restart the phone once the update is complete.
Quick Share issues on the OnePlus 15 are usually caused by simple visibility or connectivity problems. Once both devices are properly set up and visible, file sharing should work smoothly again.
FAQs
Why does Quick Share keep searching but never finds devices?
This usually happens when the receiving device has Nearby sharing turned off or set to hidden. Enabling visibility fixes the issue immediately.
Does Quick Share require an internet connection to work?
No. Quick Share uses Bluetooth and local Wi Fi for file transfers, not mobile data or internet access.
Why does Quick Share stop working after a few minutes?
If visibility is set to Everyone, it often turns off automatically after a short time. You need to enable it again before sharing.
