Samsung resetting or factory reset
A factory reset, also known as master reset, is software restore of an electronic device to its original system state by erasing all of the information stored on the device in an attempt to restore the device’s software to its original manufacturer settings. Doing so will effectively erase all of the data, settings, and applications that were previously on the device. This is often done to fix a software issue that the device is facing, but it could also be done to restore the device to its original settings. Such electronic devices include handheld computers such as PDAs and mobile phones. Since a factory reset entails deleting all information stored in the device, it is essentially the same concept as reformatting a hard drive. Pre-Installed applications and data on the card's storage card (such as a MicroSD card) will not be erased. A factory reset should be performed with caution, as it effectively destroys all data stored in the unit. Factory resets can often fix many chronic performance issues such as freezing and will not remove the device's operating system
Common reasons to perform factory reset
· to fix a malfunctioning electronic device
· to remove a file or virus that is difficult to remove
· to clear the configuration and settings of the device to the default settings
· to clear the memory space on the device
· to remove personal information from the device before selling the device
· to remove screen password when it has been forgotten
· to fix a malfunctioning electronic device
· to remove a file or virus that is difficult to remove
· to clear the configuration and settings of the device to the default settings
· to clear the memory space on the device
· to remove personal information from the device before selling the device
· to remove screen password when it has been forgotten
How to reset your Samsung phone
Important: By performing a factory data reset, all data like your apps, photos, contacts, messages and music will be wiped from the device. Any data stored in your Google Account will be restored when you sign in, but all apps and their data will be deleted and cannot be restored. So make sure you backup all your important data before performing factory reset
Method 1: Erase data using the Settings menu
1. On your mobile device open the setting menu
Method 1: Erase data using the Settings menu
1. On your mobile device open the setting menu
2. Find the factory reset option or back up and reset option, depending on your device Factory data reset” feature may be located in one of two sections within the Settings app
a. Select the “Privacy” settings, and scroll down to “Factory reset”
a. Select the “Privacy” settings, and scroll down to “Factory reset”
b. Select the “Backup and reset” settings, and scroll down to “Factory reset
3. Tap “Reset device” to delete all data and restore your device’s factory settings. The accounts that you are signed into will be displayed on the screen. By default, all of your phone’s internal storage will be wiped.
If you want to erase all of the data on your phone’s SD card as well, check the box at the bottom of the screen.
4. Confirm the process by selecting “Erase everything". This will delete all data and restore back to your device’s factory settings. Your phone will be as if it just came out of the box.
Method 2: Recovery Reset
1. Power down your device. Before you begin the reset procedure, you will need to completely power your device off. (If the device is frozen, you can pull the battery out to turn it off.)
2. Press and hold the recovery buttons. The buttons vary from device to device, so you may need to look up the instructions for your particular phone. You will need to press and hold the buttons for a few seconds. Some of the more common button combinations include:
o Volume Up + Home + Power
o Volume Down + Power
o Home + Power
o If none of the above work, do a web search for your phone’s model plus “recovery mode”.
3. Select Factory Reset. Once the recovery menu opens, you can navigate the menu with the volume buttons. You may need to open the Recovery menu to find the Factory Reset mode. Use the Power button; some models use the camera button, to select your menu options.
You will be asked to confirm the factory reset.
4. Wait for the restore process to compete. After your phone resets, it will be set back to factory defaults and will be like it just came out of the box