If you are having trouble finding Google Pixel Buds settings, you are not alone. Some users have reported that the settings for their Pixel Buds are not showing up.
I personally faced this issue on my Pixel Buds Pro and tried various ways to fix the issue. Just to be clear, restarting the phone or re-pairing the buds alone does not help.
This issue can be frustrating, but here I’m sharing exactly how I was able to fix this issue permanently and made Pixel Buds settings visible.
Let’s get started.
Things to Know
This guide is relevant for every model of Pixel Buds available:
- Pixel Buds (1st Generation)
- Pixel Buds 2 or Pixel Buds (2nd Generation)
- Pixel Buds A-Series
- Pixel Buds Pro
- Pixel Buds Pro 2
If Pixel Buds app not showing up on your phone,
Some users have reported that they can’t find the Pixel Buds app on their phone. To help, we’re providing a link to the app in the Play Store, allowing you to easily install or access it. After installing the app, you can add a widget on your phone’s home screen.
How to Fix Pixel Buds Settings Not Showing Up
First, check that your Pixel Buds are properly connected to your device via Bluetooth. If they are not connected, you may not be able to see the settings.
If your Pixel Buds are connected and you still cannot see the settings, perform the steps below.
- Forget the Pixel Buds in the Bluetooth settings
- Clear cache and data for Pixel Buds app
- Clear cache and data for Google app
- Clear cache for Google Play Services
- Reconnect (Re-pair) your Pixel Buds
1. Forget the Pixel Buds in the Bluetooth settings
Turn on Bluetooth on your Android device. And then open Settings > Connected devices > tap Settings icon ⚙️ next to your Pixel Buds’ name > tap Forget
2. Clear cache and data for Pixel Buds app
Go to Settings on your phone > Apps > Pixel Buds > Storage & cache > Clear cache and then Clear Storage
3. Clear cache and data for Google app
Go to Settings on your phone > Apps > Google > Storage & cache > Clear cache and then Clear Storage
4. Clear cache for Google Play Services
Go to Settings on your phone > Apps > Google Play services > Storage & cache > Clear cache
5. Reconnect or Re-pair Your Pixel Buds
Now, re-pair your Pixel Buds with your compatible device. After doing so, you’ll be able to see and manage all the Pixel Buds settings like in the screenshot below.
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Accessing Pixel Buds App and Pixel Buds Settings
To access the Pixel Buds app, you’ll need to make sure you have it installed on your device. If you’re using an Android device, you can download the app from the Google Play Store. The Pixel Buds app is compatible with devices running Android 6.0 or later.
For Google Pixel phones, this app is pre-installed.
Once you have the app installed, make sure your Pixel Buds are connected to your device via Bluetooth. Then, open the Pixel Buds app on your phone and you should be able to access the settings for your earbuds.
Users of Google Pixel phones have the option to place a shortcut for Pixel Buds settings on their home screen by utilizing widgets.
If you are still experiencing issues with your Pixel Buds, try resetting and then reconnecting them to your device.
In conclusion, accessing the settings for your Pixel Buds can be a bit tricky, but by following the steps outlined in this section, you should be able to access the Pixel Buds app and manage your earbud settings with ease. If you’re experiencing low volume with your Pixel Buds and want to increase it, take a look at our troubleshooting guide.
