How to Reset the Samsung Galaxy Phones and Tablets

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

Last Updated: January 16, 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

1
Go to Settings.
2
Select Privacy (Backup & Reset).

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3
Choose Factory Data Reset.
4
Choose Reset Phone (or Reset tablet).
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Select Erase everything.
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Wait until the reset is finished.

Method 2

Method 2 of 4:

Hard Reset Using Code

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Go to Phone.
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Enter *2767*3855#.
3
Wait for the reset to complete.

Method 3

Method 3 of 4:

Hard Reset Using Android System Recovery or ClockworkMod Recovery

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Power off your device.
2
Hold Power+Vol down+Home. (On Screen button devices is Power+Vol down).
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Choose Wipe Data/Factory Reset.
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Choose Yes, Delete All User Data.
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Wait for the data wipe to accomplish.

Method 4

Method 4 of 4:

Soft Reset Without Losing Data

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Press and hold the Power button.

Community Q&A

Question

Does hard reset erase everything?

Community Answer

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

How do I turn off dark mode?

Community Answer

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.