How to reset or factory restore Samsung Galaxy J7 Nxt device?
When faced with problems on their Samsung Galaxy J7 Next devices, users may need to reset or factory restore the device. Here are the most common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore a Samsung Galaxy J7 Nxt device:
1. Using software recovery
To reset the device using software recovery, follow these steps:
- Turn off the device
- Press and hold the home button and power button simultaneously until the Samsung logo appears
- Release both buttons and press the volume up button to select recovery mode
- Once the Samsung logo appears, press the power button to select recovery mode
- Wait for the recovery menu to appear
- Use the volume keys to navigate and select "wipe data/factory data reset."
- Wait for the reset to complete.
- After the reset is complete, select "reboot system now."
2. Using a computer
To reset the device using a computer, you will need to have a USB cable and Samsung Smart Switch software installed on your computer. Follow these steps:
- Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable
- Open Samsung Smart Switch software on the computer
- Select the "home" tab and then click on "back up/restoreDEVICE".
- Select "backup for PC".
- Scroll down and select "backup now".
- Follow the prompts to backup your data to your computer.
- After the backup is complete, select "restore to device".
- Follow the prompts to restore the device to its original state.
3. Using Samsung Switch
To factory reset the device using Samsung Switch, you will need to have a Samsung Switch app installed on your smartphone. Follow these steps:
- Open Samsung Switch on your smartphone.
- Connect the device to the Samsung Switch app using a USB cable.
- Wait for the device to be recognized.
- Tap on "start".
- Select "correct backup."
- Select "ok".
- Select "understand".
- Select "incorrect".
- Wait for the factory reset to begin.
4. Using Bixby Voice
To reset the device using Bixby Voice, follow these steps:
- Turn off the device and press the home button and power button simultaneously until the Samsung logo appears.
- Press and hold the power button until the Samsung logo appears, then release the power button.
- Press and hold the home button.
- Say "Bixby voice".
- Say "factory data reset."
- Wait for the reset to complete.
- After the reset is complete, say "reboot."
It is important to note that a factory reset will erase all data on the device, so it is advisable to back up your data before attempting a reset. It is also recommended to only use official Samsung accessories when resetting your device to avoid any potential damage to the device.
