Khaberni - When your phone or Android tablet encounters a big problem that cannot be resolved through the usual reboot, Recovery Mode may be the lifesaver for fixing the glitch and restoring the device to working normally.
This mode allows executing crucial maintenance tasks such as installing updates or performing a factory reset, but the way to access it varies between companies, which can be confusing for some.
Here is your practical guide to entering Recovery Mode on popular Android devices, with an explanation of the most important options available within it, according to a report published by "digitaltrends".
How do you enter into Recovery Mode?
Pixel devices:
Turn off the device by pressing and holding the power button.
Press and hold the power button and the volume down button if your device is Pixel 6 or newer, or the volume up button if it is Pixel 5 or older.
Use the volume buttons to navigate until "Recovery Mode" appears, then select it using the power button.
When the "No command" screen appears, press and hold the power button and then press the volume up button once.
A recovery options menu will appear.
Galaxy devices:
Turn off the device the traditional way or by pressing and holding the power button if it is frozen.
In the S20 / Note20 series and beyond: Press and hold the power button + volume up button until the "Samsung" logo appears.
In older devices: Press the power button + volume up button + Home or Bixby button.
Use the volume buttons to navigate within the menu.
Motorola devices:
Turn off the device completely.
Press and hold the power button + volume down button until the boot mode appears.
Select Recovery Mode with the power button, and you may need to enter a password or choose a language depending on the model.
OnePlus devices:
First, turn off the device.
Press and hold the power button + volume down button.
Use the volume buttons to select the appropriate option.
Key Options in Recovery Mode
The list varies by device, but most offer the following options:
1. Reboot system now.
Reboot the device normally.
2. Apply update from ADB.
Update the device through a computer using the ADB tool, an option targeted at developers.
3. Wipe data/factory reset.
Factory reset and delete all data, including photos, apps, and settings, which is irreversible.
4. Wipe cache partition.
Delete temporary memory files without affecting your data.
