Samsung Galaxy S8 reboot: How it works

If your Samsung Galaxy S8 doesn't run the way you want it to, it's not necessarily because of the device's age. Sometimes it helps to reset the system. We show you how to do it.

Restart: The Samsung Galaxy S8 can be easily reset.

The Galaxy S8 is still one of the most popular smartphones ever. For those who have been using the device for a while, a proper reboot could possibly be advisable.

How to reset your Samsung Galaxy S8

With the following steps, you reset the Galaxy S8:

1. Open the "Settings" and there "General Management".
2. Select "Reset".
3. Tap on "Reset to factory settings".
4. Decide on one of the options displayed. If you want to completely reset the S8, select "Erase all".

Keep in mind that this will clean up all data. This option is mandatory if you plan to sell the device. If you want to continue using it yourself, you should definitely back up the data beforehand, for example via cloud backup or even locally.