Having an S-Pen malfunction can be frustrating.
Sometimes, certain protective cases or screen protectors can interfere with connectivity.
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Reboot the gadget
The first and most obvious step would be to reboot the gadget.
This is straightforward and often effective when dealing with connectivity issues, so it is best to start here.
A quicker alternative would be to open your notification panel and tap onS-Pen remote.
Strip-Down Accessories
you could also remove all accessories from the gear you are trying to connect with.
Third-party protective cases sometimes have magnets or metals embedded in the product during manufacturing.
These can interfere with the connection or even leave blank spots when writing or drawing with the stylus.
Inconsistent pen strokes or inability to register the S-Pen can be indicative of this.
Some Samsung devices come with replacement tips and the process of exchanging them is quite simple.
Install Updates
You should also check to see if your Samsung phone is up to date.
It is generally a good practice to update to the latest version of the software.
you’re free to do so by going toSettings > Software update > Download update manually.
This will automatically install to the latest software update if one is available.
Some devices require you to restart before connecting and using the S-Pen after a software update.
Sometimes a certain program you installed can cause issues on your phone.
This is a good way to narrow down if an app is causing the issue.
Start by turning off your phone.
When it is off, press and hold the Power button as if to turn it back on.
Keep holding it until you see the Samsung logo, then release it and hold the Volume Down button.
Do this until the gadget is done booting.
If done correctly, you should seeSafe Modein the lower left corner of the screen.
Once you uninstall the app, the pen should perform normally.
flush the Cache
you’re able to also wipe the cache partition of the phone.
Start by turning off your phone.
Hold the Volume Up and Bixby keys, then the Power key.
Once the logo appears, release all three keys at the same time.
After about 30 to 60 seconds the system update message will disappear and the recovery menu options will appear.
Highlight the wipe cache partition option using the Volume Down and Power keys to navigate.
Then restart the unit by highlighting the menu option.
Factory Reset
If all else fails, you could restore your phone to factory controls.
You may save yourself a few steps by doing so, even though it may seem redundant.
Other Options
Ultimately, you may just need to replace your S-Pen altogether.
This is likely the case if all other measures fail.
Thankfully, there are several means of purchasing a new one, including Samsung itself or Amazon.
You may also run into other brands on Amazon that serve the same function.
Before this, you could even call the Samsung customer service line and schedule a consultation with a representative.
Samsung offers several service options including walk-in, mail-in, or at home.
You want to have your S-Pen and equipment available during these services.
