> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.lawnchair.app/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.lawnchair.app/troubleshooting/restricted-settings.md).

# Restricted settings

Allow restricted settings for sideloaded Lawnchair builds on Android 13+.

On Android 13 and later, some sensitive permissions are blocked by default for apps installed outside Google Play.

This includes permissions such as notification access and accessibility services.

To use these features in Lawnchair, you may need to allow restricted settings for the app.

{% hint style="info" %}
This is usually only required for sideloaded **GitHub** and **Nightly** builds. It is usually not needed for the Play Store build.
{% endhint %}

### Allow restricted settings for Lawnchair

{% stepper %}
{% step %}

#### Trigger the restricted setting message

Try to turn on a setting that needs restricted access, such as an accessibility service.

You must see the **Restricted setting** message for the next steps to work correctly.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

#### Grant the requested permission

{% hint style="warning" %}
**Important:** Some devices may not follow these exact instructions. If these steps don't work for you, [search the web](https://www.google.com/search?q=android+turn+on+restricted+settings) for the exact steps.
{% endhint %}

1. Open **Home settings**.
2. Tap **More** <i class="fa-ellipsis-vertical">:ellipsis-vertical:</i> > **App info**.
3. On Lawnchair's **App info** screen, tap **More** <i class="fa-ellipsis-vertical">:ellipsis-vertical:</i>.
4. Tap **Allow restricted settings**.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
   {% endstep %}
   {% endstepper %}

For more details, see [Google's support page for restricted settings](https://support.google.com/android/answer/12623953#allowrestrictedsettings).


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