How to reset or factory restore BLU Vivo XL3 Plus device?
Resetting or factory restoring a BLU Vivo XL3 Plus device can be helpful if you want to start using your phone as a new device, in case you want to fix some issues or problems with your device, or if you have your device's data compromised. Here are the most common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore a BLU Vivo XL3 Plus device: Backup your data: Before resetting your device, make sure to backup all of your important data, such as contacts, photos, videos, and settings, to an external storage device, cloud storage, or to your phone's memory if you have enough space. This will help you to retain your data after resetting the device.
Method 1: Using the quick boot menu
1. Press and hold the power button and the volume down button at the same time for 10-15 seconds, until your device enters recovery mode. The recovery menu is a black and white screen with a triangle and a tick.
2. Press the volume up button to highlight "Wipe data/factory data," then press and hold the power button to confirm your choice.
3. Wait for the device to erase the data and be restored to its factory settings. This process can take several minutes, and the device will reboot when it's complete.
Method 2: Using the recovery menu
1. Open the recovery menu by pressing and holding the power button and the volume down button at the same time until the device enters recovery mode.
2. Scroll down and select "Wipe data/factory data," then press and hold the power button to confirm your choice.
3. Wait for the device to erase the data and be restored to its factory settings. The device will reboot when it's complete.
Method 3: Using OEM Data Flashing Software
This method requires the OEM data flashing software for your device. You can find the software on BLU's official website or on a trusted third-party website (make sure to check that it's secure). Once you have the software, follow these steps:
1. Connect your device to a computer using a USB cable. Make sure that the computer has USB debugging turned on for your device.
2. Run the OEM data flashing software and follow the instructions. The software will erase all data on your device and restore it to its factory settings.
In summary, the most recommended way to reset or factory restore a BLU Vivo XL3 Plus device is using the quick boot menu or recovery menu. However, using OEM data flashing software is an option if you want to restore the device to its factory settings without using a computer. It's important to save your data before resetting or factory restoring your device, and to back it up to an external storage device, cloud storage, or to your phone's memory if you have enough space.