When Auto Rotate stops working on your RealMe 16, the screen stays stuck in portrait mode even when you turn the phone sideways. This makes watching videos, browsing photos, or using certain apps frustrating. In most cases, the problem is caused by a disabled setting, sensor confusion, or system restrictions, and you can fix it with a few simple checks.
Why Auto Rotate Is Not Working on Your RealMe 16
- Auto Rotate is turned off in Quick Settings.
- Screen orientation is locked by mistake.
- Motion sensors are not responding correctly.
- Power saving features are limiting sensor activity.
- A temporary software glitch is affecting system rotation.
Turn On Auto Rotate in Quick Settings
Auto Rotate relies on a system toggle, and if it is off, the screen will never rotate. This is the most common reason the feature stops working.
Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings.
Find Auto Rotate, and then tap it to turn it on.
Check Screen Orientation Lock
Sometimes the phone is set to Portrait lock instead of Auto Rotate. When this happens, rotation is blocked even if the sensors are working fine.
Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings.
Tap Portrait or Orientation lock, and then switch it back to Auto Rotate.
Restart Your RealMe 16
Restarting refreshes the motion sensors and clears small system hiccups. This step often fixes rotation issues that appear randomly.
Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings.
Tap the Power icon, and then tap Restart.
Turn Off Power Saving Mode
Power saving features may limit background sensor activity to conserve battery. This can prevent the phone from detecting movement properly.
Open Settings, and then tap Battery.
Tap Power Saving Mode, and then turn it off.
Test Auto Rotate in Another App
Some apps block rotation by design, which can make it seem like Auto Rotate is broken. Testing another app helps confirm whether the issue is system-wide.
Open a different app like Gallery, and then open a photo.
Rotate your phone sideways, and then check if the screen adjusts.
Update the System Software
Software bugs can affect how sensors behave, especially after updates. Installing the latest system version often includes fixes for these issues.
Open Settings, and then tap Software update.
Check for updates, and then install any available version.
Auto Rotate issues on the RealMe 16 are usually easy to fix once you identify what is blocking the feature. After enabling the right settings and refreshing the system, screen rotation should work smoothly again.
FAQs
Why does Auto Rotate work in some apps but not others on the RealMe 16?
Some apps are locked to portrait mode by the developer. This is normal behavior and not a phone issue.
Can a screen protector affect Auto Rotate?
No. Screen protectors do not interfere with motion sensors, so they do not affect screen rotation.
Does restarting the phone really fix Auto Rotate problems?
Yes. Restarting resets the motion sensors and clears temporary glitches, which often restores Auto Rotate instantly.
