How to Reset the Samsung Galaxy Phones and Tablets

A step-by-step guide to reset Samsung Galaxy phones or tablets

Co-authored by Brehima Traore

Last Updated: October 30, 2023

When you need to reset a Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet, you can choose between a hard reset or a soft reset, depending on your needs. Always back up data before doing a reset, as you'll likely lose all third-party apps and information, and it's best to be on the safe side with respect to ensuring you keep all that you need.

Method 1

Method 1 of 4:

Hard Reset Using the Settings App

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Method 2

Method 2 of 4:

Hard Reset Using Code

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Method 3

Method 3 of 4:

Hard Reset Using Android System Recovery or ClockworkMod Recovery

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Method 4

Method 4 of 4:

Soft Reset Without Losing Data

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Does hard reset erase everything?

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Yes, it does; it puts your phone/tablet back to factory settings and erases all of your data.

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You can do this in the settings app. In the "Display" section, there will be 2 settings; light and dark, There are additional settings for dark mode and also a way to change the brightness of the screen.

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How to Reset the Samsung Galaxy Phones and Tablets

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Hard Reset Using the Settings App

Hard Reset Using Code

Hard Reset Using Android System Recovery or ClockworkMod Recovery

Soft Reset Without Losing Data

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