How to Lock Your Screen While Watching Videos on Android?

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If you’ve ever been frustrated by your phone’s screen turning off while you’re in the middle of a video, you’re not alone. Here’s a straightforward guide to lock your screen while enjoying videos on your Android device.

Why Locking the Screen is Important

Locking the screen while watching videos helps prevent accidental touches that could disrupt your viewing experience. It also ensures that your device stays awake, allowing you to enjoy your favorite content without interruptions.

Methods to Lock the Screen While Watching Videos

There are a few different methods you can use to achieve this, depending on your device and preferences:

1. Use Screen Pinning

Screen pinning is a feature that allows you to keep a specific app open so that you can’t accidentally exit it.

  • Enable Screen Pinning:
    • Go to Settings > Security & location > Screen pinning.
    • Toggle it on.
  • Pinning a Video App:
    • Open the app where you’re watching videos (like YouTube).
    • Tap the Overview button (the square button on the bottom).
    • Swipe up on the app and tap the pin icon.
  • To Unpin:
    • Hold the Back and Overview buttons simultaneously.

2. Use a Third-Party App

If screen pinning doesn’t suit your needs, several third-party apps can help:

  • Touch Lock:
    • This app disables touch input while the video is playing.
    • You can enable it during video playback and protect your screen from unintended touches.
  • Kin Screen:
    • This app allows you to keep your screen awake based on gestures, so you can turn off the screen when the video is actively playing and turn it back on without having to touch the screen.

3. Adjust Your Display Settings

You can also change how long it takes for your phone to go to sleep:

  • Go to Settings > Display > Sleep.
  • Set it to a longer duration or to Never while you’re watching videos.

Conclusion

By using these methods, you can enjoy your videos without interruptions from your phone’s auto-lock feature. Whether you prefer using built-in features like screen pinning, third-party apps, or simply adjusting your display settings, you have several options to ensure an uninterrupted viewing experience.

Feel free to share your preferred method or any other tips you have for locking the screen while watching videos!

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Hey everyone! I’ve been looking for a way to stop my screen from turning off while watching videos. Any recommendations for apps?

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You should check out ‘Touch Lock’. It allows you to lock your screen while watching videos, and it’s really easy to install from the Play Store!

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I’ve used ‘Touch Lock’ before! It worked fine for me on my Samsung. It’s got a simple interface and only takes a minute to set up.

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Another good option is ‘Screen Lock - Time Password’. It lets you lock your screen and even set a password. Pretty secure too!

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That sounds interesting! Is it compatible with all Android versions?

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Yes, it works on most versions from Android 5.0 and above. Just check the app details in the Play Store for specifics.

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For a more customizable experience, ‘KNOCK’ lets you set tap patterns to lock the screen. I enjoy using it while binge-watching shows!

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That sounds cool! How does it perform battery-wise?

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It’s pretty light on battery usage! I haven’t noticed any dramatic drains while using it, which is a plus.

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Isn’t it risky to use these apps though? What if they malfunction while playing a video?

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Very valid point! Always back up your data before trying new apps. It’s better to be safe.

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I appreciate all these suggestions! I should probably try a few of these today. Also, can these apps work with low-end devices?

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Great topic! To lock your screen on Android while watching videos, you can activate the screen pinning feature in settings. Once enabled, just open the video, tap the recent apps button, and pin it. This also works across different apps.

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That’s a neat trick! On iOS, you can also use Guided Access to lock your screen in similar fashion. Just triple-click the side button while watching.

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On Windows, you can use the ‘Tablet Mode’ to keep your screen locked when watching videos. It limits accidental taps, and you can enable it through the action center.

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Interesting! For Mac users, QuickTime Player has an option to enter full screen which minimizes accidental touches too. It’s useful when you’re viewing videos!

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I love the quirks of each OS! Does anyone know if there’s a way to lock the screen on older Android versions? I often struggle with that.

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You might not have native support, but apps like Touch Lock can help you lock the screen. It’s worked well for me without issues.

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Thanks for the tips! Just wish there was an easier solution for all devices. Seems a bit scattered across platforms.