Resetting Android Q - this is how it's done

Resetting your Android Q device is always necessary when serious problems occur that you cannot solve in any other way. If this is the case for you, you have two methods to choose from to perform the hard reset.

How to reset your Android Q device via settings

If you have problems with your Android Q device that cannot be solved, resetting your smartphone or tablet can help as a last option. Even if you want to sell your device, a complete reset is necessary to erase all personal data and settings.

1. To reset your Android Q device to factory settings, please first open the settings of your smartphone or tablet.
2. In the settings, then navigate to "System" > "Advanced" > "Reset options" and tap "Erase all data".
3. Now confirm again by tapping on "Reset phone or tablet" that you really want to perform the reset.
4. Once the reset has been performed, your Android Q device will reboot and you can set it up again or from a backup.

Android Q: More reset options

If access to the settings of the device is no longer possible, you can also reset it using a key combination. To do so, press and hold the "Power Button" and the "Volume Down Button" simultaneously from the turned-off device until the boot menu appears on the display. Then navigate in the menu to the entry "Wipe data/ factory reset" and confirm your selection with the "Power key". The device is then reset and you can then restart it with "Reboot system now".