Wouldn’t it be wonderful to be the kind of person that instantly memorizes their phone number whenever they change it? Unfortunately, some of us are just “built different.” Our brains are so full of passwords and codes and other nonsense that being able to recall seven digits we just learned isn’t always possible.
If you’ve changed yourSIM card, entered a contract with a new provider and didn’t port your number over, or you just need a reminder every so often, here’s how you can quickly retrieve your number on anAndroid phone. With countless brands making their own Android phones, often with bespoke operating system changes, there may be some other ways to find your number, but we’ve covered some of the biggest manufacturers below for you.
eSIM on Android: What it means, how to set it up or transfer to a new phone
Physical SIM cards will soon be a thing of the past. Here’s what you need to know about your eSIM future.
How to find your number on Samsung, Motorola and Google phones
Have aGoogle Pixel, aMotorola, or one ofSamsung’s excellent Android phones? Getting your number is a simple process, just follow these steps:
How to find your number on OnePlus phones
Things work slightly differently onOnePlusphones, but it’s still a very quick process:
How to find your number using WhatsApp
If, for some obscure reason, you don’t have access to the Settings app, you can get your number pretty easily if you have WhatsApp installed. Just launch the messaging app, and you will see your contacts list, including a contact for yourself. Tap on it to open the contact detail screen, and from there your number will be visible.
How to find your number using a short code
Some service providers have “short codes” that you can dial to perform various tasks, like getting account information or accessing their voicemail. For Sprint and T-Mobile customers, dialing#686#will display your number on your screen. Not all wireless carriers support short codes.
Q. What if I have multiple SIM cards?
Some Android phones such as the Samsung Galaxy A14 and the OnePlus Nord N30 allow you to slot in more than one SIM card. Doing so will associate multiple phone numbers with a single device. To review those numbers, follow the directions above. For Samsung phones, you’ll seePhone Number (SIM slot 1)andPhone Number (SIM slot 2)listed. For OnePlus, you’ll see multiple SIMs in the SIM Card section, each with a number attached.
Using Android’s Quick Share feature is easy. Here’s how
Use Google Quick Share to send files, apps and pictures to your Android friends with ease. We’ll show you how.
Q. How to save your number on an Android phone
Once you’ve found your number using one of the above methods, it might be a smart idea to save it, so you don’t have to hunt it down over and over again.
The simplest option is to create a contact in your phone called “Me,” or your legal name or something similar, and add it with your own number saved. you may then easily get it through your contact list.
Android for beginners: Tips and tricks for your new smartphone
The best tips and tricks to get you started with your new Android phone.
