How to Check What Android Version You Have

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This wikiHow teaches you how to find out what version of the Android operating system is running on your phone or tablet. The names of the menu options may be a little different depending on your Android, but the steps are pretty simple once you know what you're looking for.

Things You Should Know

  • You'll need to know your Android version for a lot of different reasons, like troubleshooting or finding features.
  • To see what version of Android you're using, go to "Settings > About phone/device > Software Information/Android Version.
  • Android usually nicknames their software versions as a sweet treat, like Jelly Bean or Pie, but Android 10 and 11 are just Android 10 and 11.

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    You'll find the Settings app, which has a gear-shaped icon, in your app list. [1]
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    You may have to scroll down to see one of these two options. [2]
    • If you don't see either option, tap System first.
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    Because all Androids are different, the option name you see will vary. [3]
    • On some Androids, you won't have to tap Software Information or Android Version —instead, you'll just see the version on the About screen. [4]
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    You will see the version number, such as "Android 11," beneath or beside "Android version."
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    Many Android versions have names other than the number you see next to "Android version." Knowing this name can help you when contacting support, downloading apps , or learning about your phone or tablet's update schedule. [5]
    • Android 11 and Android 10 are just called "Android 11" and "Android 10."
    • Android 9.x is called Android Pie.
    • Android 8.x is called Android Oreo.
    • Android 7.x is called Android Nougat.
    • Android 6.0 is called Android Marshmallow.
    • Android 5.0 is called Android Lollipop.
    • Android 4.4 and 4.44 is called Android Kit Kat.
    • Android 4.1 through 4.3.1 is called Android Jelly Bean.
    • Android 4.0 through 4.04 is called Android Ice Cream Sandwich.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://support.google.com/android/answer/7680439
      2. ↑ https://support.google.com/pixel/answer/7550416
      3. ↑ https://support.google.com/android/answer/7680439
      4. ↑ https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/mobile-devices/how-can-i-check-what-version-of-android-i-have-on-my-device/
      5. ↑ https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00077582/

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      1. Open Settings.
      2. Tap About phone .
      3. Tap Software Information or Android version .

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