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How to Fix Microsoft To Do Crashing on Android When Reminders Appear
Question details
The user needs to stop Microsoft To Do from regularly crashing on their Android device whenever task reminders pop up.
- Product
- Microsoft To Do
- Device & OS
- Android 14 (Samsung Galaxy A33)
- Scenario
- Using the Microsoft To Do app to receive timely task reminders.
- Observed behavior
- The application crashes immediately when reminders appear, even after reinstalling, clearing data, and resetting the phone.
Ensure your Android operating system and the Microsoft To Do app are completely updated to the latest versions available in the Google Play Store, as developers frequently release patches for known crash bugs.
Verify and Enable All App Permissions
Check that Microsoft To Do has the necessary system permissions to display notifications and reminders without being blocked by Android's security.
Navigate to the Settings app on your Android device and tap on 'Apps' or 'App Management'.
Scroll through your list of installed applications and select 'Microsoft To Do'.
Tap on 'Permissions' and ensure that all requested permissions, specifically 'Notifications' and 'Alarms and reminders', are set to 'Allow'.
Report the Issue to Microsoft Support
If standard troubleshooting steps like a factory reset and reinstalling fail, the issue is likely a specific bug requiring developer intervention.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Microsoft To Do crash only when reminders appear?
This type of crash is often caused by a conflict in notification permissions, aggressive battery optimization settings restricting background pop-ups, or a specific compatibility bug between the app and the Android OS's alarm overlay system.
Does clearing the app cache fix crashing issues?
Yes, clearing the app cache via Settings > Apps > Microsoft To Do > Storage removes temporary corrupted data and often resolves minor crashing issues without deleting your saved tasks.
What should I do if a phone reset doesn't fix my app crash?
If a full factory reset and app reinstallation do not work, the problem is highly likely an app-side bug with your specific Android version. In this case, you must wait for a developer patch and should submit a bug report to the app developer with your device details.
