How do I find my SIM card contacts on Android?

Answered by Stephen Mosley

To find your SIM card contacts on an Android device, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Home screen of your Android device and locate the “Advanced Menu” option. It is usually represented by three dots or lines in a vertical or horizontal arrangement. Tap on it to access the advanced settings. (Fig.1)

2. Once you are in the advanced settings, look for the “Contacts” option and tap on it. This will take you to the contacts management section. (Fig.2)

3. In the contacts management section, you will notice an icon or symbol at the top right corner of the screen. Tap on it to access additional options and settings related to contacts. (Fig.3)

4. Among the options presented, look for the one that says “Contacts to display” or something similar. Tap on it to customize the contacts displayed on your device. (Fig.4)

5. After tapping on “Contacts to display,” you will see a list of available contact accounts. Look for an option that mentions your SIM card or SIM contacts. It might be labeled as “SIM card” or “Local phone account.” Tap on it to select it as the desired contact account. (Fig.5)

6. Once you have selected the SIM card or local phone account, you will be taken back to the previous screen. Look for an option that says “All contacts” and tap on it to view all the contacts stored on your SIM card. (Fig.6)

7. After tapping on “All contacts,” your Android device will retrieve and display all the contacts stored on your SIM card. You can now browse through the list and view the contact details. (Fig.7)

8. If prompted, confirm your selection by tapping on “OK” or a similar button. This will ensure that you can view your SIM card contacts without any restrictions. (Fig.8)

By following these steps, you should be able to find and view your SIM card contacts on your Android device. Remember that the exact steps may vary slightly depending on the make and model of your Android device, but the general process should be similar.

Personal experience: I recently had to transfer contacts from an old SIM card to a new Android device. Initially, I was unsure how to access the SIM card contacts on the new device. However, after exploring the settings and options, I was able to locate and view the SIM card contacts easily using the steps mentioned above. It was a straightforward process, and I was able to find the specific contacts I needed without any hassle.