Managing Wi-Fi Networks on Android

Wi-Fi networks are essential for connecting to the internet and staying connected on your Android device. Android provides a user-friendly interface to manage and connect to Wi-Fi networks effortlessly. In this tutorial, we will explore the various ways to manage Wi-Fi networks on Android.

Table of Contents

• Checking Wi-Fi Settings
• Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network
• Forgetting a Wi-Fi Network
• Managing Saved Wi-Fi Networks
• Disabling Wi-Fi Auto-connect
• Conclusion

Checking Wi-Fi Settings

To view and adjust Wi-Fi settings on your Android device, follow these steps:

1. Open the Settings app on your Android device. You can usually find it in the app drawer or swipe down from the top of the screen and tap on the gear icon.
2. Scroll down and tap on Wi-Fi. This will display a list of available Wi-Fi networks.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network

To connect to a Wi-Fi network on your Android device:

1. Follow the steps above to access the Wi-Fi settings.
2. Tap on the network you want to connect to from the list of available networks.
3. If the network is secured, enter the correct Wi-Fi password when prompted.
4. Tap on Connect. Your Android device will attempt to connect to the selected Wi-Fi network.

Forgetting a Wi-Fi Network

If you want your Android device to forget a Wi-Fi network, follow these steps:

1. Access the Wi-Fi settings as described earlier.
2. Long-press on the network you want to forget from the list of saved networks.
3. Tap on Forget network when the option appears.
4. A confirmation message will appear on the screen. Tap on Forget to confirm.

Managing Saved Wi-Fi Networks

Android allows you to manage your saved Wi-Fi networks. Here's how:

1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
2. Tap on Wi-Fi to access the Wi-Fi settings.
3. Scroll down to the bottom and tap on Saved networks.
4. This will display a list of all the Wi-Fi networks you have previously connected to.
5. To modify a saved network, long-press on the network you want to manage.
   • Tap on Modify network to change the network's settings, such as the network name, password, or security type.
   • Tap on Connect to manually connect to the network.
   • Tap on Forget network to remove the network from your saved networks.

Disabling Wi-Fi Auto-connect

If you wish to control whether your Android device automatically connects to Wi-Fi networks, follow these steps:

1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
2. Tap on Wi-Fi to access the Wi-Fi settings.
3. Tap on the three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
4. Select Advanced from the menu options.
5. Here, you may find an option called Auto-connect to Wi-Fi or something similar. Toggle the switch to enable or disable the feature according to your preference.

Conclusion

Managing Wi-Fi networks on Android is a straightforward process that allows you to connect, forget, and modify saved networks with ease. By understanding these Wi-Fi management features, you can control your device's internet connectivity and optimize your wireless experience on Android.