Other Brands
If your phone brand is not listed in this section, follow these general steps. Most Android manufacturers have similar settings under slightly different names.
Step 1: Disable Battery Optimization
- Open Settings
- Search for "battery optimization" or "battery usage"
- Find Auto Call Scheduler
- Set it to Don't optimize (or Unrestricted)
Step 2: Enable Autostart (if available)
- Open Settings
- Search for "autostart" or "startup manager"
- If your device has this setting, enable it for Auto Call Scheduler
Step 3: Check Background Restrictions
- Open Settings
- Tap Apps (or App management)
- Find and tap Auto Call Scheduler
- Look for Battery or Background restriction settings
- Make sure background activity is allowed
Step 4: Lock in Recent Apps (if supported)
- Open your recent apps
- Find Auto Call Scheduler
- Try long-pressing or swiping down on the card to lock it
Step 5: Use the In-App Device Guidance
- Open Auto Call Scheduler
- Tap the hamburger menu (top-left)
- If Device Guidance appears, tap it and follow the on-screen instructions
Verify It's Working
- Create a test schedule set 2-3 minutes in the future
- Close the app completely (swipe from recent apps)
- Lock your phone
- Wait for the scheduled time
- If the call triggers, your settings are correct
If it still doesn't work, see Calls Not Triggering for additional steps.