System UI not responding? (Step by step instructions)
Do you keep being boring “System UI is not responding” prompt on your Android device? If you do, you’ve come to the right place. How to fix it, though? In this guide, we will walk you through several steps you can try to fix the “System UI is not responding” Mistake.
Why is the system UI unresponsive?
There are two reasons why the System UI may be unresponsive. We have listed the most common below:
- Lack of storage space
- Application preferences
- Your phone may have malware
- Applications from unknown sources
- The memory card is not inserted correctly
- Google updates and third-party apps
1. Restart your phone
This is usually the first thing to do if something goes wrong with an electronic device. A restart resets your phone, clears used RAM, and fixes most bugs and issues.
To restart your phone, follow these simple steps:
- Long press the ON OFF on the side of your device until you get a prompt like the one below. It may look different depending on the brand of your Android phone.
You will be asked if you want to shutdown, restart or activate emergency mode.
- Tap on “To restart” and wait for your device to turn off and then turn back on by itself.
This should fix the error. If not, please try the other fixes below.
2. Clear System UI and Google Play Services Cache
Sometimes app cache can prevent an app from working properly. The System UI app is no different.
- Open Settings on your device and go to apps Where Application Management

- Once you are in the apps list, click the stitch menu and select Show system apps.

- To research “System user interface“ in the search bar and open it.
- Now click on Force stop so what Storage. (You may receive a prompt asking if you want to force stop the application. Click OK.)

- When you enter Storageclick on Empty the cache. This will clear the System UI app cache.

- To research Google Play Servicesopen it and click Storage.

- Then click on Empty the cache at the bottom right of the screen.

- This should solve the problem. If not, you can go to Manage storage space so what Erase all data.

Now restart your phone. Check if this solved the UI responsiveness issue.
3. Check the memory card
When it comes to smartphones, SD cards are almost a thing of the past. However, there are still many phones that include an SD card.
If your phone has no SD card, you can skip this step. If your phone comes with an SD card, you need to make sure that it is inserted correctly or it is not bad.
- Head toward “Settings“and open”Storage“.
- Faucet “Unmount SD card” and press OKAY to confirm your decision.
Remove the SD card from your phone and check for any blemishes or dust. Wipe the SD card with a microfiber cloth and reinsert it into the memory card slot.
Check if this solved the problem. If the UI still unresponsive on your phone, go to the next step.
4. Uninstall Google app updates
Sometimes Google updates can be incompatible with your device and cause errors. To uninstall these updates, follow these steps:
- Go to the Google Play Store app and search for “Google“. When it opens, click Uninstall.

- You will receive a prompt asking if you want to uninstall all updates. Click it Uninstall button to uninstall the app.

After uninstalling, restart your device and check if you still face any problem.
5. Uninstall apps from unknown sources
Installing apps like APK files from unknown sources is not a good idea. These apps may contain malware that can deliberately infect your device, compromising its security.
Speaking of malware, you should check out our guide on how to protect your phone from hackers.
To uninstall these apps, follow the steps below:
- Go to Settings then click apps.

- Select the application of your choice and click on Uninstall at the bottom of the screen.

6. Clear App Cache
This can be a manual and tiring fix, but it’s been proven to work most of the time. Clearing app cache can help free up space on your Android phone.
- Go to Settings then click apps

- Select an app from the app list, navigate to Storageand click on Empty the cache at the bottom of the screen.

Do this for other apps, especially those that use a lot of memory.
7. Factory data reset your device
If all else fails, you may have to settle for a more drastic measure. You will need to factory reset your Android phone.
Keep in mind that this will erase all data including files, accounts, data and downloaded apps from your phone.
Make sure to back up your phone to your cloud storage of choice or an external storage device before resetting your device.
To factory reset your phone, follow these steps:
- Go to Settings and click on Executive management.


- Picking out Factory data reset. This will return your device to its original factory settings.

- Click on the Reset button to reset your phone.

You have now restored your device to factory settings. Restart your device now, the error should be gone for good.
Did it work?
The “System UI is not responding” The error can be annoying, but with the right fixes, your device can be back to normal.
We hope this guide helped you solve your problem. If you have any suggestions, feel free to drop them in the comments.
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