How to fix your phone screen when it's unresponsive to touch​

Most stuck screens have a simple fix.

By Isaac Egbon Oct. 31, 2026 1:00 pm EST Zeynepkaya/Getty Images Add Engadget on Google: Google Discover

There are a number of reasons that can make your phone's screen unresponsive to your touch. Sometimes it's a simple thing, like an app freezing. Other times, it's something more serious, like your phone falling when you tried to take it out of your pocket (we've all been there). Regardless of the "why," most times, a simple fix can get your pocket's best friend ready for your next scrolling session.