Owners of modern smartphones are often faced with a situation where important notifications from instant messengers or alarms do not go off on time. This happens because aggressive energy saving algorithms forcefully close background processes. Autostart on Android is a mechanism that allows apps to start immediately after turning on the device, without waiting for manual user intervention.
However, setting this parameter is radically different depending on the manufacturer of your gadget. In “pure” Android, such options are hidden deep in the system, while manufacturers like Xiaomi or Huawei have brought them to the surface of the interface. MIUI, OneUI and EMUI have their own shells that require an individual approach to optimization.
Understanding how background processes work will help you not only set up notifications, but also extend your battery life device.
Why autostart is needed and how it affects the battery
The main purpose of activating autostart is to ensure the uninterrupted operation of critical services. Without this setting, the system can “put to sleep” the application, considering it inactive, which will lead to the loss of messages in Telegram or WhatsApp.
On the other hand, uncontrolled launch of dozens of apps instantly drains the battery charge. Background processes consume RAM and processor resources even in standby mode.
Therefore, experts recommend adding to the exclusion list only those utilities that really need to work constantly.
- 📱 Messengers for instant messages
- ⏰ Alarm clocks and timers
- 📍 Activity trackers and navigators
- 🎵 Music streaming services
⚠️ Attention: Do not add heavy games or graphic editors to startup. This will lead to overheating of the case and rapid discharge of the battery in the first minutes after turning on the screen.
Universal method through battery settings
In the latest versions of the operating system, Google has implemented a unified standard for application power management. This method is suitable for most smartphones running on Android 10 and higher.
You need to find a specific application in the general list and change its power consumption policy. The system will offer several options for restrictions, among which you need to choose the most loyal.
Settings → Applications → [Select application] → Battery → Do not limitSelecting a mode “Do not limit” removes all bans on background activity. The application will be able to use the network and processor at any time.
However, this method does not guarantee full autostart immediately after rebooting the device, it only prevents premature termination of the process.
If you cannot find the “Battery” item in the application menu, try using the search in the phone settings by entering the name apps.
Setting up autorun on Xiaomi and Redmi (MIUI/HyperOS)
Xiaomi shells are known for their aggressive policy of “killing” background tasks. For instant messengers to work correctly, it is not enough to simply allow autostart.
You will need to go through a chain of settings, which includes both allowing the application to start and assigning the application to RAM. The interface may differ depending on the version MIUI.
| Setting stage | Menu path | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Start permission | Security → Rights → Autostart | Activate the switch |
| Energy saving | Settings → Battery → Activity control | Select “No restrictions” |
| Fixation in RAM | Recent tasks menu → Lock | Lock icon |
After performing these steps, the system will no longer force close the selected apps. This is especially true for users who rarely clear memory manually.
Why are settings reset after an update?
Sometimes after a global update of the MIUI firmware, power saving settings return to factory settings. You will have to recheck the access rights for critical applications.
Features of working on Samsung (One UI)
Smartphones of the South Korean brand use their own optimization system called “Sleep Mode”. Applications placed in this list cannot start automatically.
To allow auto-start, you need to exclude the app from the optimization lists. The path to these settings may not be obvious to a new user.
Go to the device maintenance section and find the battery management item. All exception lists are stored here.
Settings → Device maintenance → Battery → Background restrictions → Apps that never sleepAdding an application to the list “Never Sleeping” guarantees its activity. It is also worth checking your notification settings, as they can be disabled at the system level.
⚠️ Attention: The One UI interface changes periodically with the release of new versions of Android. If you do not find the specified path, use the settings search by entering the word “Sleep” or “Sleeping”.
☑️ Checking Samsung settings
Specifics of Huawei and Honor (EMUI/MagicOS)
Devices of these brands have a separate manager that controls the launch of all services. The function is called “Launch applications” and is located in the battery settings menu.
By default, the system manages this process automatically, which often leads to problems with the delivery of push notifications. The user needs to take control.
Disable automatic control for the desired app. After this, an additional menu with three switches will appear.
- 🚀 Autorun - allows startup when the phone is turned on
- 🔄 Indirect launch - allows you to launch through other applications
- 🔋 Work in the background - allows activity when the screen is off
For correct operation messenger, you need to activate all three points. This will ensure maximum stability of the connection to the server.
On Huawei devices, it is critical to enable all three launch types (Auto, Indirect, Background), otherwise the application will be unstable.
Manual launch via ADB for advanced users
If the standard settings do not produce results, you can use the debugging tool ADB (Android Debug Bridge). This method requires connecting your smartphone to your computer.
Using the command line, you can force an application to be added to the list of ignored system restrictions. This works even on devices with a locked bootloader.
First you need to enable USB debugging in the Developer options menu. Then connect your phone to the PC and enter the following command:
adb shell am start -n com.package.name/.ActivityNameReplace com.package.name with the real ID of your application. You can find it through special utilities or in the Play Market store in the address bar.
This method allows you to simulate the launch of an application by the system, which sometimes helps to “wake up” frozen services.
Using ADB commands requires caution: incorrect input can lead to unstable operation of the system or reset settings.Common errors and ways to solve them
Even after correct configuration, users may encounter applications that do not start. Often the reason lies in third-party memory “cleaners.”
Third-party antiviruses and optimizers may have their own block lists that override system settings. Check the settings of apps such as Clean Master or DU Battery Saver.
You should also make sure that data synchronization is enabled on your device. Without this, some services will not be able to update information in the background.
If the problem persists, try clearing the cache of the problematic application or reinstalling it. Sometimes configuration files become damaged and prevent them from starting correctly.
Why does the application disappear from the startup list?
This can happen after updating the operating system or the application itself. New versions reset security permissions, and you need to re-issue rights to autorun.
Does autorun affect the speed of the phone?
Yes, if there are many heavy applications in startup, the device will take longer to turn on, and the interface may slow down in the first minutes of operation.
Is it possible to configure autostart for games?
Technically this is possible, but not practical. Games do not require constant background work and only consume resources if you add them to exceptions.
How to check if an application is running in the background?
Go to the battery settings and look at energy consumption statistics. If the application is active, it will be displayed in the list even when the screen is off.