# Troubleshoot Network Search Error

If you encounter an error stating "Error while searching for networks" when trying to search for network operators, follow these steps:

1. Navigate to Network Settings:
   * Go to 'More' > 'Cellular Networks' > 'Network Operators'.
   * Attempt to 'Search Networks'. If an error message appears, proceed to the next step.
2. Adjust Preferred Network Type for LTE SIM Cards:
   * If you are using an LTE SIM card, the error might be due to incompatible network type settings.
   * Navigate to 'Settings' > 'More' > 'Cellular Networks'.
   * Select 'Preferred Network Type'.
   * Change the setting to an option that does not include EVDO and CDMA. For instance, set it to 'LTE/TDSCDMA/GSM/WCDMA'.

By changing the network type settings to be compatible with your SIM card type, you should be able to resolve the network search error.


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