Since Roku remotes are handy, they may get stuck or hide between objects in your house. In such situations, you may be frustrated searching for the misplaced remote. Fortunately, Roku offers lost remote finder technology to locate lost remotes. Except for Roku basic remotes, finding the remote locations is possible for all voice remotes. This article will walk you through the steps to find the Roku remote when it has been lost.
Note: To locate your misplaced Roku remote using the following methods, ensure it has sufficient battery power
Locate the Lost Roku Remote using the Finder Button
If you own a Roku Ultra device, you can see a remote Finder button on the device panel. Turn on your Roku device and locate the Lost Finder button. Press and release the button. As a result, your Roku remote will produce a beep sound. By following the incoming sound, you can find your Roku remote.
Locate the Lost Roku Remote using the Remote App
You can use the Roku app to find your remote in two ways: by triggering a beep sound and by accessing the Roku settings using the app.
Using Ping Remote Feature
1. Connect your Roku device and smartphone to the same WiFi. Get the Roku app on your Android or iPhone.
2. Launch the app and pair it with your Roku device.
3. Once you connect with the Roku device, you can see a three-dot icon near the Roku device name.
4. Tap on it and choose Ping Remote. As a result, your remote emits a beep sound.
Using Settings
After pairing the remote app with your Roku device, click the Remote icon on the app. Once the remote interface opens, follow the process.
1. Tap the Home icon on the remote app.
2. Choose Settings and click on Remote & Devices.
3. Press the Remotes option and pick your Roku remote from the list.
4. Click Find Remote. That’s it. You can now find the location of your Roku remote.
Locate the Roku Remote using Voice Commands
Roku allows users to track the location of the remote with a voice command. The only condition is you must have enabled the voice function on your remote earlier. If so, with a clear and loud voice, say – “Hey Roku, where’s my remote?“. This will trigger the remote and help you find the remote location.
Is it Possible to Change the Remote Finder Sound?
Yes. Roku allows you to change the Remote Finder sound and offers a set of sounds in the settings. You can use this when the remote’s current sound is not much louder. If your remote is lost, use The Roku app and follow the process,
1. Open the Roku Settings and choose Remotes & Devices.
2. Tap on the Remotes option.
3. Now, pick your Roku voice remote.
4. Hit the Change remote finder sound option.
5. From the list of sounds, select the desired sound for your remote and click OK.
To listen to the new remote audio, tap the Preview remote finder sound option.
FAQ
No. It is impossible to find the lost Roku remote if it doesn’t work.
