How to Restore Unpaired Bluetooth Devices Restoring an unpaired Bluetooth device is usually simple, although the steps you need to take will differ based on that type of device and OS it runs. Detailed analysis: how to properly reconnect your sound on Bluetooth speakers in different platforms
Some General Bluetooth Restoration Steps
Here is a comprehensive guide for connecting an already paired Bluetooth device:
Access Your Bluetooth Settings: swipe down from the top of your screen (on a mobile device) or, in some cases, go to settings on your computer.
Start Pairing: Select “Pair new device” or other similar option. If you do not see this, look in “Available devices” or refresh the list.
Choose Your Device: Touch the Bluetooth device that you want to reconnect with and proceed after any on-screen steps.
This works on nearly all devices, so you can use this method to reconnect in general.
2. Device-Specific Instructions
For iPhone Users
Reset Network Settings: Settings >
General > Reset > Reset Network Settings This will clear all of the saved Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection, you can now reconnect.
Reconnect Your Device: It will be unpaired after resetting, so go back to Settings > Bluetooth and you should see your device in the list again.
For Android Users
Bluetooth Cache, Settings→ Connected Devices → Saved Devices You can forget all unnecessary devices here.
Reset Network Settings — like you would do on iPhones — in Settings > System > Reset Options and select Wi-Fi, mobile and Bluetooth.
DOUBLE TAKE: Go back to Bluetooth Settings, re-try.
For Windows Users
Access Device Manager: Type Device Manager in Search Box and Enter — Locate Bluetooth devices.Bluetooth Restoration (ad) Go to the View then select “Show hidden devices” in case your device is hidden.
Uninstall and Reinstall: Right-click on the missing device and click Uninstall. Reboot your computer and go back to Settings > Devices > Add Bluetooth or other device, then reconnect as prompted.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
If your attempts to reestablish Bluetooth communication prove frustrating at any point:
Make sure both devices are in pairing mode
You can do this by ensuring that your both the devices have latest updates as at sometime a very old software version of any device disable connectivity.
Refresh their systems by RESTARTING both devices.
With these platform specific steps in mind, users can now easily pair their unpaired Bluetooth devices without much effort.
