Vibration Test
Test your device's haptic feedback and vibration motor with different patterns.
How to Use This Test
- Open this page on a mobile device (phone or tablet) that has a vibration motor.
- Tap the vibration buttons to trigger different patterns -- short pulse, long vibration, and rhythmic patterns.
- Feel for the haptic feedback and verify that the vibration strength and patterns are consistent.
What This Test Checks
This vibration test uses the Web Vibration API to activate your device's haptic motor, helping you verify it functions correctly.
- Whether the device's vibration motor responds to software commands
- Haptic feedback consistency across different vibration patterns
- Vibration motor strength and responsiveness
- Browser and device compatibility with the Web Vibration API
Troubleshooting
If you're having issues with the vibration test:
- Make sure your device is not in silent mode or do-not-disturb mode, which may disable vibration.
- Check your device's haptic feedback settings and ensure vibration intensity is turned up.
- Try using Chrome or Firefox on Android -- Safari on iOS does not support the Web Vibration API.
- Restart your device if vibration recently stopped working, as a soft reset can fix temporary issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why doesn't the vibration test work on my device?
The Vibration API is only supported on mobile devices with vibration hardware and compatible browsers. Desktop computers, most tablets, and some browsers like Safari on iOS do not support the web Vibration API. Make sure your device is not in silent or do-not-disturb mode.
Is the vibration test safe for my phone?
Yes, the vibration test is completely safe. It uses the standard Web Vibration API to trigger your device's built-in vibration motor with short, controlled pulses. This is the same mechanism used by notifications and alarms on your phone.
Can I test different vibration patterns?
Yes, this test offers multiple vibration patterns including short pulses, long vibrations, and rhythmic patterns. You can use these to verify that your device's haptic motor responds correctly to different durations and sequences.
My phone vibrates weakly -- is the motor failing?
Weak vibration can indicate a worn motor, but it can also be caused by software settings. Check your haptic feedback intensity in your phone's settings, ensure vibration is set to maximum, and restart your device. If the issue persists, the vibration motor may need servicing.
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