How to change audio output on Android 11

If your phone is running Android 11 or later and your audio app supports it, you can now change your audio output location with just one or two taps without needing to disconnecting and connecting playback devices. This allows you to quickly switch between Bluetooth headphones and Bluetooth speakers, for example, between playing music on Spotify. This article is about how to change audio output on Android 11.

How to change audio output in Android 11

Before you can use the feature, you must do it, which you can find in the Android developer options.

Start listening to music using a Bluetooth device.
Swipe down from the top of the screen to see the status. Translate down a second time.
Tap the small button at the top right of the player display tile.

In the pop-up window of the media player, you will see a list of connected audio devices.

Tap the one you want to change to.

How to enable audio switching in Android 11

1. Launch the Settings app and tap “About Phone“.
   2. Find the entry for “Build Number” and click on it seven times.

3. After clicking three, you’ll see a popup telling you that you’re using four to become a developer.

4. Keep pressing until your phone asks you to enter your PIN.

5. Enter it and developer mode is now enabled.

6. Tap the back arrow to go to the main page in Settings.
7. Tap “System“, then “Advanced“.
8. Scroll down to the media section, and enable “Restart Media” by sliding the switch to the right.