Samsung Galaxy S6 Hard Reset: How to do it

With a hard reset you can solve stubborn problems of the Samsung Galaxy S6. For example, if an update bug has crept in, resetting it to factory settings will fix it. Keep in mind that files may be lost as a result.

When the Samsung Galaxy S6 is turned on, perform the hard reset

If you can still operate your Samsung Galaxy S6, the reset is possible via the settings. Since the hard reset also deletes personal files such as photos and contacts, you should back up your data beforehand. You can also create a WhatsApp backup, for example. In order to be able to perform a hard reset, you must not have changed your password in the last 72 hours.Once you have taken all precautions, proceed as follows:

1. Open the settings.
2. Navigate to the menu item "Backup and reset".
3. Tap then on "Reset to factory settings" and confirm the query with "Reset device".
4. After the hard reset is complete, the Galaxy S6 restarts.

The hard reset with key combination

Often, particularly persistent problems cause users to have to reset their Samsung. If the usability is severely limited, you can also perform the hard reset with a key combination.

1. Turn off the device.
2. Now hold down the power button, volume up button and home button simultaneously until a menu appears.
3. Now navigate with the volume up and the volume down button to "wipe data/factory reset" and select the item with the power button.
4. Confirm with the power button "Yes delet all user data".
5. The device will now start resetting.

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