Factory Reset**
A factory reset is a process that restores your Samsung phone to its original settings and erases all data. This procedure can be useful when you want to sell or give away your device, or when you experience software issues.
To perform a factory reset on your Samsung phone:
- Go to the "Settings" app.
- Scroll down and select "Backup & reset."
- Tap "Factory data reset."
- Read the warning message carefully and tap "Reset phone."
Reboot to Download Mode (3 Methods)
Download mode, also known as Odin mode or recovery mode, allows you to perform various tasks on your Samsung phone, such as flashing custom firmware, rooting, or repairing software issues.
To reboot your Samsung phone to download mode:
Method 1: Using the Power Button and Volume Down Button
- Press and hold the Power button and the Volume down button simultaneously.
- Release the Power button when you see the Samsung logo on the screen.
- Keep holding the Volume down button until you enter download mode.
Method 2: Using the Power Button and Home Button (for newer devices)
- Press and hold the Power button.
- Immediately press and hold the Home button.
- Release both buttons when you see the Android robot icon on the screen.
- Keep holding the Power button until you enter download mode.
Method 3: Using ADB (Android Debug Bridge) Command
- Connect your phone to a computer via USB cable.
- Open a command prompt or terminal window and type the following command:
adb reboot bootloader
- Press Enter to restart your phone in download mode.
Power Off
To turn off your Samsung phone:
- Go to the "Settings" app.
- Scroll down and select "Device maintenance."
- Tap "Power off."
Alternatively, you can press and hold the Power button until the "Power off" option appears on the screen.
Read Info (MTP+ADB)
To read information about your Samsung phone using MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) and ADB:
- Connect your phone to a computer via USB cable.
- Open a command prompt or terminal window and type the following command:
adb shell
- Press Enter to enter the Android shell environment.
- Type the following command to read information about your phone:
getprop
- Press Enter to see a list of device properties, including the device name, model number, and firmware version.
Write IMEI / Fix Network (SPD)
IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) is a unique 15-digit code assigned to your Samsung phone. To write your phone's IMEI:
- Dial *#06# on your phone's keypad.
- Note down the displayed IMEI number.
To fix network issues on your Samsung phone, you can try the following steps:
- Restart your phone.
- Check for software updates and install them if available.
- Disable any unnecessary features or apps that might be consuming data.
- Reset network settings by going to "Settings" > "Connections" > "More networks" > "Reset network settings."
Supported Devices
The following Samsung phones are supported for factory reset, reboot to download mode, power off, and read info (MTP+ADB):
- SM-G355HN
- SM-G355HQ
- SM-G355M
- SM-G360H
- SM-G360HU
- SM-G361H
- SM-G361HU
- SM-G531H
- SM-J100H
- SM-J100ML
- SM-J105B
- SM-J105F
- SM-J105H
- SM-J105M
- SM-J105Y
- SM-J106B
- SM-J106F
- SM-J106H
- SM-J106M
- SM-J110H
- SM-J110L
- SM-J111F
- SM-J111M
- SM-J120H
- SM-J200H
- SM-J210F
- SM-J210FD
- SM-J320F
- SM-J320FN
- SM-J320G
- SM-J320H
- SM-J320M
- SM-J320MU
- GT-I9060C
- GT-I9060I
- GT-I9060M
- GT-S5280
- GT-S5282
- GT-S5611
- GT-S5611V
- GT-S7262
- SM-G110B
- SM-G110H
- SM-G110M
- SM-G130BT
- SM-G130BU
- SM-G130E
- SM-G130H
- SM-G130HN
- SM-G130M
Rooting and Custom Firmware
For advanced users who want to customize their Samsung phones, rooting and flashing custom firmware can be useful. However, these procedures may void your phone's warranty or cause software issues.
To root your Samsung phone:
- Download the necessary files from a reputable source.
- Connect your phone to a computer via USB cable.
- Open a command prompt or terminal window and execute the rooting commands.
To flash custom firmware on your Samsung phone:
- Download the necessary files from a reputable source.
- Use a flashing tool, such as Odin, to install the custom firmware on your phone.
In this article, we have covered various procedures for managing your Samsung phone, including factory reset, reboot to download mode, power off, and read info (MTP+ADB). We have also listed supported devices and provided information on rooting and flashing custom firmware.