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All Files Access Switch Greyed Out? How to Allow It on Android

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  1. Allow all files access
  2. The switch is greyed out
  3. Still not working?

To find deleted and hidden audio, photos and videos, SoundRecovery needs access to all files. Everything is processed on your device; your files are never uploaded.

Allow all files access

  1. When SoundRecovery asks, tap the button to open the settings page.
  2. Turn on Allow access to manage all files for SoundRecovery.
  3. Press Back. The scan can now search every folder.

The switch is greyed out

Android sometimes blocks this setting for apps that were installed from a file or a shared link, or on some phones after an update. Then:

  1. Open Settings › Apps › SoundRecovery.
  2. Tap the ⋮ menu at the top right.
  3. Choose Allow restricted settings and confirm with your PIN or fingerprint.
  4. Go back to the file access page and turn on the switch.

Can’t see "Allow restricted settings"? Try to turn on the switch once first; the menu item often appears only after Android has blocked it once.

Still not working?

  • If Settings could not be opened, allow file access for SoundRecovery in your phone’s settings yourself.
  • Restart the phone and try again.
  • The same steps work for Deeps Recovery and our other recovery apps.

Get SoundRecovery: Recover Audio & Call Recording on Google Play