How to Enable Display Over Other Apps on Android 11

Android 11 comes with a lot of new features and improvements. One of the new features is the ability to enable display over other apps. This feature allows apps to display content above other apps, even when they are in use. In this article, we will show you how to enable display over other apps on Android 11.

Step 1: Open Settings

The first step to enabling display over other apps on Android 11 is to open the Settings app. You can do this by tapping the Settings icon on your home screen or app drawer.

Step 2: Select Apps & notifications

Once you have opened the Settings app, scroll down until you find the “Apps & notifications” option. Tap on it to continue.

Step 3: Select Advanced

On the “Apps & notifications” screen, you will see a list of apps that are installed on your device. Tap on the “Advanced” option to continue.

Step 4: Select Special app access

On the “Advanced” screen, you will see a list of options. Scroll down until you find the “Special app access” option. Tap on it to continue.

Step 5: Select Display over other apps

On the “Special app access” screen, you will see a list of options. Scroll down until you find the “Display over other apps” option. Tap on it to continue.

Step 6: Select the app

On the “Display over other apps” screen, you will see a list of apps that are installed on your device. Select the app that you want to enable display over other apps for.

Step 7: Toggle on the switch

Once you have selected the app, you will see a switch next to it. Toggle the switch to the “On” position to enable display over other apps for the selected app.

Step 8: Confirm your choice

After you have enabled display over other apps for the selected app, you will see a message asking you to confirm your choice. Tap on “Allow” to confirm your choice.

Step 9: Test it out

Now that you have enabled display over other apps for the selected app, you can test it out. Open the app and use it as normal. You should see content from the app displayed above other apps.

Conclusion

Enabling display over other apps on Android 11 is a simple process that can be done in just a few steps. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can enable display over other apps for any app installed on your device.

People Also Ask

What is display over other apps?

Display over other apps is a feature in Android that allows apps to display content above other apps, even when they are in use.

How do I turn off display over other apps?

To turn off display over other apps on Android 11, follow the same steps outlined in this article and toggle the switch for the selected app to the “Off” position.

Why can’t I enable display over other apps?

If you are unable to enable display over other apps for a specific app, it may be because the app does not support this feature or because it requires additional permissions to enable.

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