Maintenance of a smartphone's operating system is an essential process to ensure the proper functioning of the device. Among the various maintenance tasks, factory reset is one of the most important as well as the most complex. Factory reset, also known as hard reset, is a procedure that returns the smartphone to its original state, as if it were new, directly from the factory.
This process is useful in many situations, such as when the device is malfunctioning, when the user wants to sell the smartphone and wants to erase all of their personal information, or when the user simply wants to start from scratch with their device . However, it is important to remember that a factory reset erases all smartphone data, including apps, photos, music, videos, contacts, and more. Therefore, it is essential to back up your data before starting the process.
How to do a factory reset
Factory reset can be performed in two ways: through smartphone settings or through recovery mode. The first option is the simplest and can be done by any user, even those who are not very tech savvy. Recovery mode is a bit more complex and requires more technical knowledge.
Factory reset via settings
To perform a factory reset via smartphone settings, follow these steps:
- Access smartphone settings;
- Look for the "System" or "General" option, depending on your device model;
- Select "Restore" or "Reset";
- Choose "Factory data reset" or "Reset all settings" option;
- Confirm the action and wait for the process to complete.
After completing the factory reset, the smartphone will restart and all user settings and data will be erased. The device will be like new, ready to be configured again.
Factory reset via recovery mode
To perform a factory reset via recovery mode, follow these steps:
- Turn off your smartphone;
- Press the volume up and power buttons at the same time, until the manufacturer logo appears on the screen;
- When the logo appears, release the buttons;
- Use Volume buttons to navigate to "wipe data/factory reset" option and press Power button to select;
- Confirm the action and wait for the process to complete.
After completing the factory reset, the smartphone will restart and all user settings and data will be erased. The device will be like new, ready to be configured again.
Final considerations
Factory reset is a powerful tool to resolve smartphone malfunctions and ensure user data security. However, it is a process that must be carried out with care, as it erases all data from the device. Therefore, it is essential to make a backup before starting the factory reset.
Also, it is important to remember that a factory reset does not resolve hardware issues. If the smartphone has problems with the display, battery, on/off button, among others, it is necessary to look for a smartphone maintenance professional to solve the problem.
