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This wikiHow teaches you how to connect a Bluetooth speaker to an Android smartphone or tablet. You can access the Bluetooth settings using the pull-down menu, or Settings menu.

1

Put your Bluetooth speaker into pairing mode.

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  1. In most cases, you'll have to press (or press-and-hold) a button on the speaker until you hear a sound or see a light flash.
    • If the speaker is battery-powered, make sure the batteries are charged before attempting to pair. If it requires a power source, plug the speaker in securely and turn it on.
    • Consult the user's manual or manufacturer's website of your Bluetooth speaker device to learn how to put it in pairing mode if you can't find this button.
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3

Tap and hold the Bluetooth icon.

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  1. When you tap and hold this icon, your Bluetooth settings will expand.[1]
    • If you don't see the Bluetooth icon in the Quick Access menu, swipe left on the icons to display another page of icons.
    • You can also access the Bluetooth Settings by opening Settings, and then tapping Bluetooth, which may be in an area called Connections or Network.
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5

Select your Bluetooth speaker.

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This article was co-authored by wikiHow staff writer, Travis Boylls. Travis Boylls is a Technology Writer and Editor for wikiHow. Travis has experience writing technology-related articles, providing software customer service, and in graphic design. He specializes in Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and Linux platforms. He studied graphic design at Pikes Peak Community College. This article has been viewed 50,398 times.
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Categories: Audio Speakers | Android
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1. Put your Bluetooth Speaker in pairing mode.
2. Swipe down from the top of your Android device with two fingers.
3. Tap and hold the Bluetooth icon.
4. Turn on Bluetooth.
5. Tap your Bluetooth speaker on your Android device.

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