Quick Answer: How to Force Restart Android?
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Force shutdown the device.

Press and hold your Android device’s Power button and the Volume Down key for at least 5 seconds or until the screen shuts down.

Release the buttons once you see the screen lighting up again.

How do I reboot my Android phone?

To boot into recovery mode, make sure that the device is powered off, then follow these instructions:

  • Hold the Volume Up and Power button simultaneously (for Samsung Galaxy devices, hold Volume Up + Home + Power)
  • Hold the button combination until you see the word Start (on Stock Android).

How do I force restart my phone?

Force restart your phone

  1. Firstly, unplug the charger if your phone is connected to a charger.
  2. Press and hold both the Power and Volume Up buttons for at least 8 seconds, until the phone is turned on.
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