Mobile phones can suffer from various problems and failures that in most cases do not require an advanced method such as Hard Reset, although there are problems that require it. For this reason we want to show you how you can do a Hard Reset on any Samsung Galaxy, regardless of the model or range to which it corresponds.
All Samsung models share the Recovery mode that we will have to access to complete the Hard Reset, as well as One UI , one of all the customization layers that we can find. This process does not require too much knowledge, but it does require care and attention to the instructions that we are going to indicate, because we could make a mistake with certain consequences.
First of all, make a backup
One of the most important steps is that of information, since the Hard Reset will delete all the multimedia files and content that we have on our mobile. That is why the first thing we must do is save them on other devices such as a computer. Make sure there are no important files left, because they can’t be recovered later.
Another of the methods that Samsung proposes to save the photos, contacts, documents and other sensitive content that you store on the phone is to use Smart Switch, the system’s own app that, after granting the appropriate permissions, allows you to make a backup copy on a card MicroSD, or a USB storage drive.
When we have already saved all our files, we will be ready to return our mobile to the original state , thus avoiding possible problems caused by updates or errors generated by applications and the battery. There are many failures that can be suffered in a mobile and the only way to return it to its original state is the one that we are going to show you. If you don’t have it installed because your model is somewhat old, you can download it for free from Google Play.
Ways to do a Hard Reset on Samsung
Once we have all the files safe, there is one more thing that we have to take into account before returning the mobile to its original state . All manufacturers, and Samsung is no less, recommend that the battery has at least half its capacity. We go further and recommend doing it with the cell charged to 100%, unless you are in a hurry.
As with backup copies, it is highly recommended to leave the mobile connected to Wi-Fi in case the process takes more data.
Factory reset mobile
If we have everything ready, we can proceed to delete all the data from the terminal from the manufacturer’s options. What we do will be different from the method that we will see later, although it will have similar results. In this case, it is always possible that some elements of the memory will not be deleted, although only if we choose to do so. In any case , it is recommended that all the elements of the smartphone be removed so as not to lose any of them during the process.
To do this, what we have to do is enter the settings and go to the general administration section that appears in One UI.
- We go into reset
- We choose Reset to default values or Reset to factory values
- After this we will have to confirm that we are going to delete our email account, as well as the applications and memory elements present.
It is important to know that the first time it is turned on again, it will be as good as new, but it will require an extra security measure that only the previous owner will know about. This can be the blocking pin or the email you used. This average is used to prevent mobile phones from being stolen and then trying to use or sell it again.
Reset the mobile with the buttons
The process to reset our Samsung Galaxy consists of several steps that we must follow carefully so as not to confuse them. Before starting, we must check that our mobile has more than 50% of the battery and if not, we can plug it through the original charger to carry it out.
- We turn off our Samsung Galaxy by holding down the power button and then tapping on power off.
- When it is off, press the power button and volume up at the same time for several seconds until you see the Android logo.
- (Some models with Bixby button need to long press power + Bixby + volume up)
- In the following steps we move with the volume up and down keys, accepting the option with the power button.
- We place ourselves on “Wipe data / Factory reset” and accept with the power button.
- Then we place ourselves on “Yes” and accept.
- Finally we choose “Reboot system now”.
Now we just have to wait for all the data on our mobile to be deleted and when it turns on again, we will have to configure it as a new mobile . It is not advisable to continually repeat this process, but in case of errors or problems it may be the only solution.
Which method is better?
Although they may seem exactly the same, both are going to be involved by the security stocking by realigning them and erasing everything or almost everything in their path.
The Hard Reset is the advanced mechanism, and for users with a little more knowledge, it is recommended to use this method, since it manages to eliminate the temporary memory completely and offers superior cleaning before the reset. However, the vast majority of users should choose to reset the mobile with the second method.
The reason is that not knowing where to touch can lead us to make a mistake in these internal Hard Reset menus, something that can be critical for the smartphone and end up turning it into a brick by taking it to a “brick” or “semi-brick” state. “. You better not want to know what this is.
If we are not sure what we are going to do on our mobile or when entering this tool we see that the menus do not correspond to the explanation, the most basic method where we do not have to enter the recovery menu will be better. If after having followed the easiest process the mobile continues with the problem, it will be time to go to the technical service, where they will be able to do an even more complete Hard Reset than we are going to do since they have the specific and advanced machinery.
In one way or another, the mobile will return to what it was as long as it is a software failure.
Possible problems when doing the Hard Reset
The problems that affect this situation can be very varied, although the most common is that in the middle of the process, it stops and does not finish it. Luckily, the terminals have their own backup that will try to return the phone to us as we had it so that there is no problem if you continue with the process. This does not always save us and therefore we must be very careful when doing it.
This situation can occur if we have touched the power and volume buttons while the Hard Reset is being carried out or if it has detected a battery failure. That is why it is so important to keep in mind that there is plenty of battery power so that the mobile reads a process that can take several minutes and a great effort.
