How to access your Roku device's secret screens

By following the tips you can access to secret Wi-Fi diagnostics, advanced developer settings on your Roku device
An undated image of Roku Plus series 4K QLED TV. — Roku
An undated image of Roku Plus series 4K QLED TV. — Roku

Roku is renowned for its easy-to-use interface, making it one of the leading streaming devices in the US, allowing users to stream their favourite TV shows from sources such as The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, and more.

Although Roku OS may appear straightforward, it has many hidden features that not everyone is familiar with, such as secret Wi-Fi diagnostics and advanced developer settings.

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How to access secret Roku menus

Gadinsider has provided some tips to access these hidden options.

Secret wireless menu

If you want to learn about your Roku's wireless connection, such as checking how well your device is performing, you should explore the Secret Wireless Menu.

To access it:

  1. Tap the Home button on your remote five times.
  2. Now press Up > Down > Up > Down > Up.

Secret Ads and Screenshots Menu

The Secret Ads & Screenshots Menu is designed to give you more control over ads and screenshots.

To access it:

  1. Tap the Home button on your remote five times.
  2. Now press Up > Right > Down > Left > Up.

Secret Channel Info Menu

The Secret Channel Info Menu allows you to see which app versions you have running on your Roku device.

To access it:

  1. Tap the Home button on your remote three times.
  2. Then press Up twice, followed by Left > Right > Left > Right > Left.

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Secret Developers Menu

If you're an app developer and want to test your apps on your device, check out the Secret Developers Menu.

To access it:

  1. Tap the Home button three times and the Up button twice.
  2. Next, press Right > Left > Right > Left > Right.

Secret Network Menu

In the Secret Network Menu, you can check your Internet connection, find your IP address, and even set up a new connection.

To access it:

  1. Tap the Home button on your remote five times.
  2. Now press Right > Left > Right > Left > Right.