Accidental Touch Protection helps prevent unwanted screen interactions when your OnePlus 13 is in your pocket or bag. It uses the proximity sensor to detect accidental touches and keeps the display from waking up unnecessarily.
If this feature stops working, you may notice your phone unlocking or performing random actions in your pocket. Here’s how to get it working again.
Why Your OnePlus 13 Accidental Touch Protection Might Not Be Working
- The feature is turned off in settings.
- The proximity sensor is blocked or dirty.
- Screen protector interference.
- Battery optimization or power-saving settings limiting system features.
- Outdated software or temporary glitches.
Make Sure Accidental Touch Protection Is Enabled.
The most common reason this feature fails is that it’s disabled in settings. Turning it back on ensures your phone uses the proximity sensor to block unwanted touches.
- Open Settings, and then tap Display and brightness.
- Scroll down and tap Accidental Touch Protection, then toggle it on.
Once enabled, the display should automatically stay off when the phone is in your pocket or bag.
Clean the Proximity Sensor Area.
Dust or dirt around the front camera or upper bezel can block the proximity sensor, making it less responsive. Cleaning it helps restore proper detection.
- Use a soft, dry microfiber cloth to wipe the top part of the screen.
- Make sure the sensor area near the front camera is clear of smudges or screen protector edges.
Avoid using liquid cleaners, as moisture can damage the sensor.
Disable Power Saving Mode.
Power-saving settings can restrict background processes, affecting how sensors work. Turning it off helps the proximity sensor respond correctly.
- Open Settings, and then tap Battery.
- Tap Power saving mode, and then toggle it off.
With this disabled, Accidental Touch Protection should operate without restriction.
Remove or Adjust Screen Protector.
Some screen protectors, especially thick or tinted ones, can interfere with sensor performance.
- Try removing the screen protector temporarily.
- Check if Accidental Touch Protection starts working properly.
If it does, consider using a thinner or OnePlus-certified screen protector.
Restart Your OnePlus 13.
Restarting your device clears minor system glitches that can affect features like sensors and display settings.
- Press and hold the Power key and Volume Up key together.
- Tap Restart, and then wait for the device to reboot completely.
After restarting, lock your phone and place it in your pocket to test if the protection works.
Update Software.
Outdated software can cause certain features to malfunction. Keeping your system updated ensures all components, including sensors, run smoothly.
- Open Settings, and then tap System.
- Tap System update, and then check for available updates.
If an update is available, install it and restart your phone.
Accidental Touch Protection is one of those features that quietly keeps your phone from acting up when you least expect it. Once you restore it, you can carry your OnePlus 13 confidently without worrying about accidental taps or screen wake-ups.
FAQs
Why does my OnePlus 13 screen turn on inside my pocket?
This usually happens when Accidental Touch Protection is disabled or the proximity sensor is blocked by dirt or a screen protector.
Will a thick screen protector affect Accidental Touch Protection?
Yes. Some thick or curved protectors can interfere with the proximity sensor, reducing its accuracy.
Does Accidental Touch Protection drain the battery?
No. It uses minimal power since the proximity sensor activates only when the screen is near another surface, like fabric or your hand.
