How To Make WiFi Signal Stronger On OnePlus 5

For those that own a OnePlus 5 you may want to know how to make WiFi signal stronger on the OnePlus 5. The reason for this is that you could be have a weak WiFi connection causing webpages to load slowly and even having a bad experience with apps like Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, WhatsApp, Twitter and YouTube.

There could be several different reasons that the OnePlus 5 Internet connection is slow and pages not loading. Before we explain the different ways to fix a make WiFi stronger on the OnePlus 2, below are some reasons why this problem is occurring on your smartphone.

Common Reasons Why OnePlus 5 Internet Is Being Slow

• Poor signal or low signal strength
• Poor Wi-Fi network
• Website is under heavy load or too many users accessing the website
• Network congestion or too many users of the network
• Apps running in the background
• Device memory is low
• Internet cache is corrupted or full
• Update the OnePlus 5 firmware
• Outdated browser software or browser software requires update
• Exceeded data speed limit or speed reduction is reached

Any of the reason above can cause for a slow WiFi connection on the OnePlus 5. After you have checked to see what is cause of the problem is behind the weak data connection, and you still can’t figure out how to fix the bad Internet problem, follow the instructions below on how to make the WiFi signal stronger on the OnePlus 5.

Scan OnePlus 5 For Malware

If none of the above methods help solve the slow Internet connection on the OnePlus 5, check to see if there is malware on the phone. You can download a free anti-virus app from the Google Play Store. It’s recommended to download a malware app that has good reviews and feedbacks to get the best results to help fix the weak Internet problem on your OnePlus 5.

If something was detected during the malware scan, try clearing the cache and data on your OnePlus 5. If the problem continues after that, perform a factory reset on the OnePlus 5 to bring back everything to default.  It’s important to note that before you go to factory reset a OnePlus 5, you should back up all files and information to prevent any data from being lost.

Clear Caches on OnePlus 5

In most cases, the above method will help solve the slow Internet problem on the OnePlus 5. But if for some reason the OnePlus 5 Internet is still slow, completing a “wipe cache partition” should fix this problem. This method deletes no data from the OnePlus 5. All data such as photos, videos and messages are not deleted and will be safe. You can perform the “Wipe Cache Partition“ function in the Android recovery mode. Read this guide to learn how to clear OnePlus 5 phone cache.

Make Sure WiFi Is Turned Off On OnePlus 5

It’s very common that your OnePlus 5 is still connected to a weak WiFi signal, and you should you check to make sure the WiFi disabled or turned OFF. The following will take you to the Wi-Fi settings of the OnePlus 5:

1. Turn on the OnePlus 5
2. Select on Menu
3. Select Settings
4. Select Connections
5. Select Wi-Fi
6. Touch the ON/OFF slider next to Wi-Fi to turn Wi-Fi OFF

Get Technical Support

For those that have done everything they can to fix the slow Internet connection on the OnePlus 5, it’s suggested to take the smartphone back to the store or to a shop where it can be physically checked for any damaged. If proven defective by a technician, a replacement unit may be provided for you of it could be repaired.