How To Enable Storage Permission In Android?

In Android devices, applications need different types of permissions to run properly. Some applications need storage permission to work properly. You have to allow external storage permission to use those applications. Many of us don’t know how to allow storage permission properly.

In this article, we are going to cover how to enable storage permission in Android. Also, we are going to inform you why storage permission is required for some apps. Overall, we are going to clarify all of your queries related to storage permission in Android. 

Let’s start. 

What Is Storage Permission In Android? 

Storage permission is the process of allowing an application to use the storage. Storage permission is different for external and internal memory. When you allow storage permission for an app, it can modify, read, and write files on your device’s memory. 

If you deny the storage permission, an application that needs to use device memory won’t run properly. In that case, you have to allow permission from device settings. Would you like to know the procedure? Here is the process. 

How To Enable Storage Permission In Android Devices?  

Step 1: Open the “Settings” App

At the very first, you have to open the settings app on your Android device. You can get the settings app from the application menu. Also, you can access settings from the notification panel. 

Step 2: Open “Application” Settings

You have to find the “Application” settings within the settings app. It will allow you to modify different settings related to the Apps. 

Step 3: Select App To Allow Permission

After that, you have to select the app that you want to allow storage permission. After that, there will be an option for “App Permission”. You just need to touch on this to access storage permission. 

Step 4: Enable Storage Permission 

Then, you have to mark the storage permission box to allow access. You may need to confirm the operation to apply it. Simply touch on the allow option to proceed. It will enable storage permission in Android. 

Step 5: Launch The Application 

Finally, your application will be ready to work properly. To test it, you can run the application. This time, you won’t see any notification asking for storage permission. From now on, you can use the application conveniently without facing any issues. 

How To Enable Storage Permission On Samsung? 

The process is pretty similar to the above steps. You have to swipe down on your home screen and tap on the settings icon. It will open the settings app. Then, you should go to the “Privacy” option from the settings. 

After that, you have to click on the permission manager. It will open permission settings for storage. Tap on the storage option and you will get the list of all installed applications. The applications will be listed in two categories, allowed and denied. 

To enable storage permission on Samsung, you have to tap on the denied app and choose to allow permission. It will add the application to the allowed apps list. 

At this stage, you might be wondering why some apps require storage permission. What will happen if you don’t allow the storage uses permission? Let me give you the answer. 

Why Do Apps Require Storage Permission?

1. Read, Write, And Modify Data

Many apps need storage permission to store data such as user preferences, app settings, cache files, and other relevant information. Without storage permission, these apps won’t be able to write and modify data on the device’s memory. 

2. Access Media Files

Apps like gallery apps, music players, or photo editors require storage permission to access your media files. Without this permission, you won’t be able to open photos, videos, and music through the application. When you allow necessary storage permission, you can play media using the app seamlessly.

3. File Manager & Cloud Storage 

If you install an additional file manager application on your Android mobile, you have to allow storage permission for this application. Otherwise, the file manager will not be able to access your device’s internal and external storage. Permission is also required for cloud storage applications. 

4. Offline Access To Media Files 

Some Android applications need storage permission to save your content locally while you are working offline. Apps like To-do Notes, photo editing applications, video editors, and productivity apps fall into that category. This permission allows users to view local files without having an internet connection.

5. Auto Application Updates

App developers update Android applications regularly to fix bugs and improve users’ experience. To allow an application to get the auto-update, you have to enable storage permission. Otherwise, the updated version won’t be installed automatically. That can cause the application not to work properly. 

Final Words 

So, it’s essential to enable storage permission in Android to run applications properly. You can easily do it by following the above guidelines. But you need to be careful while allowing storage permission. If you find any suspicious activity for an app asking for storage permission, you should not allow the permission.  

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