If your Huawei phone is running slowly, freezing, or experiencing issues that can't be fixed with normal troubleshooting methods, a hard reset might be the solution. A hard reset, also known as a factory reset, restores your phone to its original factory settings, erasing all data, apps, and personal information in the process. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to perform a hard reset on your Huawei phone, along with important things you should do before resetting it.
Before proceeding with a hard reset on your Huawei device, it's important to take a few precautions to avoid losing important data:
A hard reset will erase all data on your phone, including photos, contacts, messages, and apps. To avoid losing anything important, it's crucial to back up your data. Coolmuster Android Backup Manager is a powerful tool that allows you to easily back up your Android device to your computer. Here's how to use it:
01Click the button below to download the software for your Windows or Mac computer. Then, install the program following the on-screen instructions.
02Use a USB cable to connect your Huawei phone to the computer. Ensure that USB debugging is enabled on your Huawei phone (go to "Settings" > "About phone" > tap "Build number" 7 times > "Developer options" > Enable USB debugging).
03The program will provide you with two options: Backup and Restore. Here, we choose "Backup" to back up your data before a factory reset.
04Now, you will see a list of data categories (e.g., contacts, messages, photos, apps, videos, etc.). Select the items you want to back up.
05Click the "Back Up" button to begin the backup. The program will start transferring the selected data to your computer.
Once the backup is complete, you'll see a confirmation message. Your data is now safely stored on your computer and ready for recovery if needed.
Ensure your phone is at least 50% charged to prevent it from turning off during the reset process.
For your security, sign out of your Google and Huawei accounts to avoid being locked out after the reset.
Unplug any SD cards, SIM cards, or other external devices to prevent data corruption.
If your Huawei phone is unresponsive or you can't access the settings menu, performing a hard reset using hardware buttons is a reliable method. Here's how to do it:
Steps to hard reset Huawei using buttons:
Step 1. Press and hold the "Power" button, then select "Power off" to shut down your phone completely.
Step 2. Once your phone is powered off, press and hold the "Volume Up" button and the "Power" button simultaneously.
Step 3. Release the Power button when the Huawei logo appears, but continue holding the "Volume Up" button until the Recovery Mode menu appears.
Step 4. In Recovery Mode, use the "Volume Down" button to scroll down to the option "Wipe data/factory reset".
Step 5. Press the "Power" button to select this option. You'll be asked to confirm your action. Use the "Volume Down" button to highlight Yes and press the "Power" button to confirm.
The phone will begin the factory reset process, which may take a few minutes.
Step 6. Once the reset is complete, the "Reboot system now" option will appear. Use the "Power" button to select this and restart your phone. Your Huawei phone will now reboot and begin as a new device, with all data erased.
If your phone is still functioning normally and you can access the settings, follow these steps to reset it directly from the phone's settings menu:
Step 1. Go to the "Settings" app on your Huawei phone.
Step 2. Scroll down and tap on "System".
Step 3. Tap on "Reset" or "Reset phone".
Step 4. Select "Factory data reset", then tap "Reset phone". You'll be prompted to confirm your decision. If you're ready, tap "Erase everything" to begin the reset.
The phone will restart and begin the factory reset. Once complete, it will boot up as if it were new.
If you have lost your Huawei phone or can't find it anywhere, you can use the Find My Device feature to remotely erase all your data and perform a factory reset. This method ensures that no one else can access the information on your device.
Steps to perform a hard reset on Huawei using Find My Device:
Step 1. Open a web browser and go to Find My Device.
Step 2. Log in to your Google account using your secure credentials.
Step 3. After logging in, you will see a list of devices associated with your Google account. Select the Huawei device that you want to reset.
Step 4. You will be presented with several options: Play Sound, Lock, and Erase. Choose the "Erase" option to remotely wipe all the data on your Huawei device.
Step 5. A confirmation pop-up will appear, asking you to confirm that you want to erase all data and reset your device to factory settings. Select "Erase" to proceed.
The process may take a few minutes, depending on your phone's connection to the internet. Once completed, all data will be wiped, and your phone will be restored to factory settings.
A hard reset can resolve many issues with your Huawei phone, but it's crucial to back up your data first. Using Coolmuster Android Backup Manager is an easy and reliable way to ensure your important files are safely stored before you reset. Once the reset is complete, your phone will be restored to factory settings, ready for you to set it up again.
If you have any further questions or need help with the process, feel free to reach out. Stay safe and keep your data secure.
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