How to reset or factory restore LG C199 device?
LG C199 is a Smartphone that comes with Android Operating System version 9.0. If you want to reset or factory restore your device, here are the most common and recommended ways to do so:
Method 1: Software Reset
In this method, you will need to perform a software reset. This process will erase all data and applications on the device, leaving you with the default Samsung setup. Follow these steps to perform a software reset:
1. Turn off the device by pressing and holding the "Power" button until the phone shuts down.
2. Press and hold the "Volume Up" and "Power" buttons simultaneously until the Samsung logo appears on the screen.
3. Release the "Volume Up" button, but continue holding the "Power" button.
4. The "Samsung" logo will appear, and then a menu with the options "Hardware Reset" and "Wipe Cache/Factory Data".
5. Select the "Wipe Cache/Factory Data" option, and wait for the device to erase all data.
6. Once the process is complete, the device will reboot, and you will see the Samsung logo. Select the "English" option to proceed.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process.
Method 2: Hardware Reset (MLK3)
In this method, you will need to use a special Samsung application called ".mlk3". This application will allow you to perform a hardware reset, which erases all data on the device. Note that you will need to have a Samsung account with a registered email address to download the application. Follow these steps to perform a hardware reset:
1. Download the ".mlk3" application from the Samsung website using the email address you registered on the device.
2. Open the ".mlk3" application on your device.
3. Tap on the "MLK3 Reset" option on the menu.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter your PIN and complete the process.
5. The device will reboot, and you will see the Samsung logo. Select the "English" option to proceed.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process.
Method 3: Samsung Smart Switch
In this method, you can use Samsung Smart Switch to reset your device to its original settings. This process is similar to a software reset, but it will also restore any firmware updates that may be available for your device. Follow these steps to perform a reset using Samsung Smart Switch:
1. Download the Samsung Smart Switch application from the Google Play Store.
2. Plug the LG C199 device into the computer using a USB cable.
3. Open the Samsung Smart Switch application on your computer and connect your device.
4. After the computer recognizes your device, click on the "Enter Smart Switch mode on your phone" option.
5. The Smart Switch application will prompt you to enter your PIN, so enter it and click "Next".
6. Wait for the Smart Switch application to connect to your device and download any firmware updates that may be available.
7. Once the process is complete, your device will erase all data and restart to its original settings.
8. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process.
