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How To Factory Reset Your Samsung Galaxy S6/S6 Edge?

Does your Samsung Galaxy S6/S6 Edge need a clean start? A factory reset can do just that and get rid of all personal information.

Resetting your device is simple. You just need to adhere to the instructions you see below.

How Can I Factory Reset Through Device Commands?

It is possible to factory reset by making use of some easy commands on your phone. There are several reasons why you will need to perform a reset, but if you are getting this done to offer your device to a buyer, then more instructions will be required.

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1. Deactivate FRP (If Selling Device)

The FRP, Factory Reset Protection can inform you to get yourself signed in to your Google account using previously synced info. Because you do not want a stranger making use of info like this, deactivate this by heading to “Settings.”

Choose “Lock screen and security” and ensure you get rid of all your passwords, patterns and PINs. After that, head back to “Settings” and click on Accounts. Ensure you do away with all your Google accounts before the step you will see next.

2. Access Backup And Reset Settings

When you are done with deactivating FRP, head back to Settings. After that, swipe down till “Backup and reset” is visible. Then, click “Factory Data Reset.”

After clicking this, you might be warned that your entire data will be gone. If you are yet to do it, backup your data before any confirmation. When you are set, confirm the rest and click “Reset Device.”

Since all your info will be gone, you will warned one more time. Click “Delete All” to continue with the factory reset.

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How Can I Factory Reset My Samsung Galaxy S6/S6 Edge Via Recovery?

If you have to do a factory reset but you cannot get into factory settings, recovery can be used as well.

1. Power Off Phone

Before anything else, you must power off your Samsung Galaxy S6/S6 Edge device.

2. Perform Manual Reset

After that, press these buttons at the same time- Volume Up, Home, and Power. Continue holding the buttons down till an Android logo is visible on your phone display.

3. Boot Menu

Some seconds will be used up till your Samsung’s boot menu is visible. Make use of the volume buttons to access your options and use the Power button to choose “Wipe Data/Factory Reset.” After that, the Volume Down button will lead you to “Yes, delete all user data,” Use the Power button to choose this option.

4. Reset Phone

Hold on for your device to wrap up the deletion. A script might be visible way down on your screen. When deletion is done, the script will end with “Data Wipe Complete.” Lastly, press the Power button on your smartphone to reset.

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