There are different types of resets. The most common one is a soft reset, which is a normal reboot. Then there are the hard reset and factory data reset methods. Show
A hard reset is an alternate method for restarting or rebooting a device. It usually involves performing a series of hardware button presses. All this does is force a restart on your device. A hard reset will not delete data, affect apps, or make any changes. This is usually done when a device is unresponsive, and you can’t turn it off the standard way. On the other hand, a factory data reset is a process that takes your device back to factory settings. It will delete all apps, data, settings, and any files stored on the device. The tablet’s software will be left just as it would if it were new. QUICK ANSWER You can hard reset an Amazon Fire tablet by pressing the Power button and holding it for about 10 seconds. This will turn off the device. Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn it on again. Some Amazon Fire tablets, like the 5th through 7th generation models, will require pressing the Volume Down and Power buttons simultaneously. Similarly, press and hold them for 10-20 seconds until the device shuts off. Then press the Power button again for a few seconds to turn it back on. JUMP TO KEY SECTIONS Ryan Haines / Android Authority Hard resetting your Amazon Fire tablet is simple, but it can be a different process, depending on your device. Hard resetting most Amazon Fire tablets:
Hard resetting 5th to 7th generation Amazon Fire tablets:
How to factory reset an Amazon Fire tabletIf your Amazon Fire tablet continues to have issues, it might be a simple software problem or something going rogue in the settings. Factory resets are a bit extreme, but they often fix software issues. You should also do this when you’re selling or handing the tablet off to another person. Factory resetting your Amazon Fire tablet from the settings:This method is for those who can actually use the Amazon Fire tablet. Those with an unresponsive one should go to the next instruction set.
Factory resetting your Amazon Fire tablet using the Recovery Mode:You’ll have to dig deeper into the device’s software if it’s not responsive, and you need to perform a factory reset. This can be done from the Recovery Mode. Here’s how to do it.
Next: The most common Amazon Fire tablet problems and how to fix them Will a hard reset fix my Amazon Fire tablet issues? Sometimes, a simple reboot is all it takes to fix an unresponsive Amazon Fire tablet. If anything, it’s worth a try. It won’t fix more serious issues, though. What does a factory reset do to my device? A factory reset will delete all apps, files, and settings. The software will be taken back to factory settings and left as if the device was new. You’ll have to set the device up all over again. Can I do a factory reset and still keep my files? No. A factory reset will wipe your device clean, and no personal data will be left after it’s performed. The only way to keep your files is by backing them up before doing the factory reset. Of course, this is not an option if the device is unresponsive. What do I do if neither a hard reset nor a factory reset fix my device? If none of these methods work, chances are you have a pretty severe problem going on with your Amazon Fire tablet. It’s time to reach out to Amazon, a technician, or your insurance provider, if you have one. Is there a hard reset for Amazon Fire tablet?Power off your device, then press and hold the power and volume down buttons simultaneously. For more help, go to Factory Reset Your Fire Tablet from Recovery Mode.
How do I factory reset my Amazon Fire tablet with buttons?Kindle Fire HDX (3rd Generation), Fire (4th Generation), and Fire HD 10 (7th Generation) devices: Press and hold the "power" and "volume up" buttons simultaneously. Release the buttons immediately after a logo appears on the screen.
How do I Reset my Amazon Fire tablet without the pin?Hold the Power button and the Volume Up button together until it turns back on again. Release the Volume Up button when the Amazon logo appears, but keep holding the Power button down. It should then take you to the system recovery screen. Highlight the 'wipe data/factory reset' option.
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