Switch Access

Control your Android phone or tablet using switches instead of the touchscreen with Switch Access, the accessibility solution designed for users who need alternatives to direct touch interaction.

Switch Access enables you to navigate and interact with your device through physical switches, on-device buttons, or camera-based facial gestures. Whether you're using USB or Bluetooth switches, volume buttons, or simply opening your mouth and raising your eyebrows, you have complete flexibility in how you control your device. This makes it possible to browse apps, select items, scroll through content, enter text, and perform complex actions—all without touching the screen.

Choose the scanning method that works best for you. Linear scanning moves through items one at a time, while row-column scanning organizes your screen into rows for faster navigation. Point scanning uses moving lines to pinpoint exact locations, and group selection assigns different coloured zones to switches, letting you narrow down your choices efficiently. After you set up your preferred switch configuration in your device's Settings under Accessibility, you're ready to start using your phone intuitively.

Camera switches bring hands-free navigation to life. Use facial gestures like looking left, right, or up to navigate your device without any physical switches at all. You can fine-tune the sensitivity and duration of each gesture to match your comfort level and movement style. Once you've selected an item, a menu appears with available actions—select, scroll, copy, paste, and more—giving you the same functionality as traditional touch interaction.

Save time with custom shortcuts. Record touch gestures like pinches, zooms, swipes, and double taps, then assign them to a single switch. Turn two pages in an eBook or launch your most-used apps with one press. This feature is especially valuable for frequent or multi-step actions that would normally require several touches.

A dedicated menu bar at the top of your screen helps you navigate your entire device. Access notifications, return to the home screen, adjust volume, and move between apps without leaving your current view. Switch Access integrates seamlessly with Android's accessibility framework, treating your switches as a complete replacement for touchscreen interaction.

Switch Access respects your privacy while providing the accessibility tools you need. The app functions as an accessibility service to observe your interactions and retrieve screen content, ensuring it responds accurately to your inputs. Get started today by opening Settings, navigating to Accessibility, and selecting Switch Access to configure your switches and begin using your device on your terms.