How to Fix OnePlus 13 With Screen Touch Not Responding

If your OnePlus 13 suddenly stops responding to touches, it can make even simple tasks impossible. You might tap the screen and nothing happens, or gestures might lag or freeze completely. This issue is usually caused by software glitches, unresponsive apps, or temporary performance slowdowns.

Fortunately, there are several ways to bring your screen back to normal without visiting a service center.

Why Your OnePlus 13 Screen Might Not Be Responding

• Temporary system glitches or app freezes.
• Accumulated cache or memory overload.
• Screen protector interfering with touch sensitivity.
• Outdated firmware or system bugs.
• Hardware damage or moisture under the screen.

Force Restart Your OnePlus 13.

If the screen becomes completely unresponsive, performing a force restart clears temporary system errors and reloads the software.

1. Press and hold the Power and Volume Up keys together until your phone vibrates.
2. Release both keys when you see the OnePlus logo on the screen.

This restart often resolves minor glitches that cause the touch screen to freeze.

Remove Screen Protector or Case.

Thick or poorly installed screen protectors can reduce touch sensitivity. Removing them helps confirm whether the issue is physical or software-related.

1. Gently remove your screen protector, and then clean the display with a soft cloth.
2. Try tapping and swiping again to check if responsiveness improves.

If touch accuracy returns, consider using a thinner or official OnePlus screen protector.

Adjust Touch Sensitivity.

Your OnePlus 13 allows you to increase touch sensitivity for better response, especially when using a screen protector.

1. Open Settings, and then tap Display.
2. Tap Touch sensitivity, and then toggle it on.

This makes the touch panel more responsive to lighter taps and gestures.

Clear System Cache.

Corrupted cache data can cause performance drops and unresponsive gestures. Clearing it gives the system a fresh start without deleting personal files.

1. Open Settings, and then tap Storage.
2. Tap Cached data, and then select Clear cache.

Once cleared, restart your phone and test the touch screen again.

Boot Into Safe Mode.

Safe Mode disables third-party apps that may be interfering with the display. This helps identify if an app is causing the issue.

1. Press and hold the Power key until the power options appear.
2. Touch and hold Power off until the Safe Mode prompt appears, then tap OK.

If the touch screen works normally in Safe Mode, uninstall any recently added apps before rebooting to normal mode.

Check for Software Updates.

Software updates often include fixes for touch sensitivity and display performance. Installing the latest version can resolve hidden bugs.

1. Open Settings, and then tap System.
2. Tap System updates, and then tap Check for updates.

If an update is available, follow the prompts to install it.

Factory Reset as a Last Resort.

If none of the above methods work, performing a factory reset can fix deep software issues causing touch failures. Remember to back up your data before doing this.

1. Open Settings, and then tap System.
2. Tap Reset options, and then select Erase all data (factory reset).

Once done, set up your OnePlus 13 again and check if the touch screen works properly.

A non-responsive screen doesn’t always mean hardware damage. In most cases, a restart, cache clear, or setting adjustment can restore normal function. If the problem continues even after resetting, contact OnePlus Support or visit an authorized service center.

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