Use the model's placement diagram. A flexible area does not necessarily detect cookware in every possible position across the glass.
What the observation means
The system may recognise particular sections or require a minimum base size. Placing a pan partly over controls or outside the marked area remains unsuitable.
A useful next step
Check the intended arrangement before selecting heat. If a compatible pan is not recognised in an approved position, record the location and display. Do not move a hot pan rapidly around the surface as a diagnostic search or use boost to force detection.
Manuals and supporting guidance
Model-specific instructions take priority. These references support the practical principles discussed here; they do not diagnose your appliance.