Nexus 7 Screen Fails to Rotate

If your Nexus 7 fails to rotate (or any other Android device), here are some solutions to see if you can correct the problem.

1. Access the Notification Bar
2. Look for a Lock Symbol icon
3. Click once on Lock Symbol icon
4. Rotate the Nexus 7 device

Your Nexus 7 screen should start to rotate but keep in mind that some apps will not operate in Landscape mode and will only be shown on Portrait mode.

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About The Author: Stephan Pringle is an Information Technology Support Specialist. He covers hardware and software and provides tips for you to troubleshoot and repair issues on your own. In his spare time, he writes articles about the State of New York on his Hackintosh and HackBook and that has helped him to become the top contributor of the New York City section of Yahoo! Answers.
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About The Author: Stephan Pringle is an Information Technology Support Specialist. He covers hardware and software and provides tips for you to troubleshoot and repair issues on your own. In his spare time, he writes articles about the State of New York on his Hackintosh and HackBook and that has helped him to become the top contributor of the New York City section of Yahoo! Answers.