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Android Apps > Tools > Screen Orientation Control
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Screen Orientation Control

by OHMAE Ryosuke · Tools · Free
On Google Play since April 2013 · Data updated 2026-11-06

Screen Orientation Control is made and published by OHMAE Ryosuke. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with OHMAE Ryosuke. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to OHMAE Ryosuke and are shown as published on Google Play.

AppBrain's verdict

EstablishedPopularLoved by users
Rating on Google Play
4.56
6,997 ratings
Installs
2.1 million
Last updated
November 3, 2026
Ads
Contains ads
Size
4.96 MB

Screen Orientation Control is popular, with 2.1 million installs. Users love it: 4.6 stars from 6,997 ratings.

Official page on Google Play

Pros & Cons

  • Per-app and global orientation profiles.
  • Background overlay UI with quick access from the notification bar.
  • Large installed base (1M+ downloads).
  • Overlay-based approach may trigger system warnings or be blocked on some devices.
  • Potential battery impact due to background residency and overlays.
  • Lacks some auto-mode or panel features offered by competitors.

User feedback

Ratings and reviews on Google Play

Comments on Screen Orientation Control for Android

★★★★★ Cindy Scott · Sep 11, 2026
HBO Max all of a sudden wouldn't rotate to landscape while viewing video. This app did the trick. Simple and straightforward solution.
★★★★★ Adam B · Apr 10, 2026
Works great! I use it to force Facebook Livestreams into landscape mode on my Android phone. One of the rare apps that works reliably and has well-thought-out features.
★★★★★ Sassy Seraphina · Aug 26, 2026
Amazing app! Nothing I was doing in Samsung settings (labs, routines, etc.) nor Good lock was allowing me to force portrait orientation for Pinterest on the inner screen of Z fold 8. This app flawlessly and effortlessly solved it. TSM 🫶
★★★★★ Zaza Leneuf · May 8, 2026
Great App for all-round screen orientation. Can be very useful even for some with screen touch issue
★☆☆☆☆ hifu · Oct 16, 2026
Works with Samsung's garbage brainless designed camera app but breaks the settings app working with rotation lock no matter what I change
★☆☆☆☆ l l · Jul 1, 2026
App is unable to read gyroscope data on my pixel 7 none of the automatic functions work
★☆☆☆☆ Brett · Jun 13, 2026
No Chrome desktop support, despite coming up in the search as the best match
★☆☆☆☆ Topher Allen · May 23, 2026
It's a 2-day free trial, but it makes it seem like it's more than just a lite edition

Google Play Rating history and histogram

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Store listing

By OHMAE Ryosuke, from Google Play

“Lock or rotate screen with 1 tap. Auto-switch orientation per app.”

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Description by OHMAE Ryosuke Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
A tool app that lets you change or lock your phone's screen orientation with one tap from a notification.
Useful when auto-rotate is inconvenient, such as while watching videos, reading, playing games, or lying down.

Main Features
- Switch anytime from notifications: Change screen orientation with one tap from notification buttons.
- Per-app automatic control: Link specific apps with screen orientations and switch automatically for each app.
- Many rotation settings: Use portrait/landscape locks, sensor modes, reverse locks, and lying-down modes.

Supported Rotation Settings
Choose from 14 rotation settings.

[Basic Lock Modes]
- portrait: Lock to normal portrait.
- landscape: Lock to normal landscape.
- reverse portrait: Lock to upside-down portrait.
- reverse landscape: Lock to reverse landscape.

[Sensor-based / Auto Modes]
- full sensor: Rotate in all directions based on the sensor (system control).
- sensor portrait: Stay in portrait and flip based on the sensor.
- sensor landscape: Stay in landscape and flip based on the sensor.

[Lying Down / Special Modes]
- lie left: Rotate 90 degrees left relative to the sensor.
- lie right: Rotate 90 degrees right relative to the sensor.
- headstand: Rotate 180 degrees relative to the sensor.
- full: Rotate in all four directions based on the sensor (app control).
- forward: Rotate only in forward directions.
- reverse: Rotate only in reverse directions.
- unspecified: Use the current app's original orientation.

Required Permissions
Required: "Display over other apps"
Used to show a transparent control UI that requests screen orientation changes.

Optional: "App usage data"
Used only for per-app automatic control to detect the app currently open.

Troubleshooting
If reverse orientation locks do not work, try turning on "Auto-rotate" in device settings.

How It Works & Limitations
This app uses a transparent control overlay on top of other apps to request orientation changes from Android.
It also runs as a foreground service so control can continue after the app closes.
Because of this mechanism, the following limitations apply:

1. Persistent notification
Android requires a persistent notification while the app is active in the background. It cannot be hidden.
2. Battery and power saving settings
The OS may identify this app as a source of battery use and stop it. Excluding it from battery optimization may improve stability.
3. Security warnings or restrictions
Because this app uses the "Display over other apps" permission, some devices or security apps may show warnings or restrict it.
This permission is used only for screen orientation control. It is not used to read screen contents, perform input operations, or send data.
4. Conflicts with other overlay apps
Other overlay apps, such as blue light filters or screen capture tools, may conflict with this app.
5. Android 16+ large screen devices
On some Android 16+ large screen environments, such as tablets, foldables, or desktop displays, orientation settings may not be applied due to OS behavior.

Important Notes
This app can force orientations that the running app may not support. This may cause layout issues, temporary unresponsiveness, or crashes.
If this app causes issues in another app, that app's provider or developer is not responsible. Please refrain from contacting them about such issues.

Disclaimer
This app is developed by an individual. Feedback and requests are welcome, but please understand that I may not be able to address every request.

Recent changes:
Supports Quick Settings tiles
Official page on Google Play

Safety and technology

Found in the app by AppBrain
Ads
Contains ads
Price
Free
Libraries
22
App size
4.96 MB
Content rating
Everyone

Technologies used by Screen Orientation Control

15 permissions · 22 libraries
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Releases

Updates seen on Google Play
Version
7.10.4
Launched
April 2013
  • Nov 3, 2026UpdateVersion 7.10.4
  • Oct 24, 2026UpdateVersion 7.10.3
  • Oct 17, 2026UpdateVersion 7.10.2
  • Oct 4, 2026UpdateVersion 7.10.1
  • Sep 26, 2026UpdateVersion 7.10.0
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Installs

Tracked by AppBrain
Last 30 days
32 thousand
Per day
1.1 thousand
30-day average
Play install range
1+ million
Launched
April 2013

Installs over time

Screen Orientation Control has been installed 2.1 million times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 1.1 thousand installs per day.

Rankings

Google Play top charts

Google Play Rankings for Screen Orientation Control

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About the app and developer

About Screen Orientation Control

Screen Orientation Control is a tools app developed by OHMAE Ryosuke.

How many times has Screen Orientation Control been downloaded?

Screen Orientation Control has been downloaded 2.1 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 32 thousand times.

What is the rating of Screen Orientation Control?

Screen Orientation Control is rated 4.56 out of 5 stars, based on 7 thousand ratings.

Is Screen Orientation Control free?

Screen Orientation Control is free. The APK size is 4.96 MB. The latest APK version available is 7.10.4. The last update was on November 3, 2026.

What are the requirements for Screen Orientation Control?

The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since April 2013.

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Developer information for OHMAE Ryosuke

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Frequently asked questions about Screen Orientation Control

Is Screen Orientation Control free?

Yes. Screen Orientation Control is free on Google Play.

Is Screen Orientation Control still available?

Yes. Screen Orientation Control is on Google Play, and the last update we saw was on November 3, 2026.

Does Screen Orientation Control contain ads?

Yes. Google Play lists Screen Orientation Control as containing ads.

How large is Screen Orientation Control?

Screen Orientation Control is 4.96 MB.

Is Screen Orientation Control suitable for children?

Google Play rates the content of Screen Orientation Control as suitable for everyone.

How many times has Screen Orientation Control been installed?

Google Play lists 1,000,000+ installs for Screen Orientation Control.

How do people rate Screen Orientation Control?

Screen Orientation Control scores 4.56 out of 5 stars, from 6,997 ratings on Google Play.

Who made Screen Orientation Control?

Screen Orientation Control was developed by OHMAE Ryosuke. It is listed in the tools category on Google Play.

What are the best alternatives to Screen Orientation Control?

People looking at Screen Orientation Control also look at these tools apps: Rotation: Orientation Manager, Rotation Control, Screen Orientation & Rotation, Screen rotation control pro, control screen rotation.

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