To remove the accessibility icon on an Android device, follow these general steps which apply to many Android phones, including Samsung, Tecno, Infinix, and others:
Steps to Remove the Accessibility Icon
- Open Settings on your Android device.
- Go to Accessibility.
- Scroll down and select Advanced Settings (this option may vary by device).
- Tap on Accessibility Button or Accessibility Menu.
- In the list of actions assigned to the accessibility button, deselect or remove all checked options. When the last option is removed, the accessibility icon (often a man-shaped or floating icon) should disappear from the screen.
- Press the back button to exit settings and confirm the icon is gone.
This method works for Samsung Galaxy phones and others running Android 11 or 12 and above
Additional Tips
- On some devices, if the icon persists, try toggling the accessibility features off entirely or switching between assigned apps before deselecting the accessibility button
- If the icon is part of a floating widget on websites or apps, look for a "Close" or "Hide" option on the widget itself, or clear site data in your browser settings to prevent it from reappearing
- For disabling specific accessibility features like Switch Access, you can go to Settings > Accessibility > Switch Access and toggle it off
Following these steps should remove the accessibility icon from your Android screen.