Modern smartphones, including popular models of the series A from the South Korean giant, may begin to work unstable over time. This manifests itself in interface sluggishness, rapid battery drain, or endless system errors. If you are the owner Samsung Galaxy A50 and are faced with similar difficulties, a radical but effective solution would be to return to the original state.
The system reset procedure deletes all user data, applications and settings, returning the device to the state in which it was when purchased. Hard reset (Hard Reset) often eliminates software conflicts that cannot be resolved with conventional cache clearing methods. However, before starting any manipulations, it is critical to understand the risks and consequences of this action.
This instruction describes two main ways to perform this operation: through the standard Android settings menu and using recovery mode Recovery Mode. The method you choose depends on whether your smartphone has access to your desktop or is locked with a password. Carefully study each step to avoid losing important information beyond recovery.
Preparing the device for the reset procedure
Before initiating the data erasing process, you need to perform a number of preparatory steps. Ignoring this step may result in permanent loss of photos, contacts and documents. Make sure that you save all valuable files to external media or cloud storage, as the internal memory will be completely cleared.
Particular attention should be paid to the account Googlelinked to the device. The protection system FRP (Factory Reset Protection) locks the phone after a reset, requiring you to enter the login and password from the last used account. If you forget this data, it will be extremely difficult to unlock Galaxy A50 even with a receipt of purchase.
⚠️ Attention: Make sure that the battery charge level is at least 50-60%. Interrupting the reset process due to a low battery can damage system files and turn the smartphone into a brick.
It is also recommended to remove the memory card microSDif it is installed. Although modern versions One UI usually ask whether you need to format the external card, physical removal ensures that your data on it is safe. This is especially true if you plan to sell the device or give it to another user.
☑️ Preparing the Samsung A50 to reset
Method 1: Reset via the settings menu (Soft Reset)
The safest and simplest method is available to those users who have free access to the smartphone interface. This method is preferable, since the system itself correctly closes all applications and prepares the file system for cleaning. You don't need to know complex key combinations.
First, open the application Settings and scroll down the list to the item General settings. In some firmware versions, this section may be called simply System or located in the category Device management. The interface Samsung may vary slightly depending on the update version Android.
Next select item Reset. Several options will be displayed on the screen, among which we are interested Reset data. The system will warn you about what data will be deleted. Typically this is a list of all installed applications, media files and account settings.
- 📱 Click on the item
Reset datato view the list of information to be deleted. - 🔽 Scroll the screen to the very bottom and press the button
Reset. - 🔒 Confirm the action by entering your PIN code, pattern or screen unlock password.
- ✅ Press
Delete everythingto start the process formatting.
After confirmation, the device will reboot and begin the cleaning process. The screen may turn off and on several times - this is normal behavior. Do not attempt to interrupt the phone's operation at this time. The whole process takes from 5 to 15 minutes depending on the amount of occupied memory.
Before clicking the “Delete All” button, take screenshots of important settings, such as APN access point settings or email configuration, to quickly restore them after a reset.
Method 2: Hard Reset via Recovery Mode
If your smartphone is frozen, won’t turn on, or you forgot the unlock password, the only way out is to use recovery mode. This method is more “rough” because it bypasses the operating system. For Samsung Galaxy A50 and new models with the shell One UI there is an important feature of entering this mode.
Starting with certain security updates, to enter Recovery you need to connect the device to the computer via a USB cable. Without this step, the button combination may simply reboot the phone normally or turn it off. Make sure you have a working cable and a PC or laptop at hand.
Turn off your smartphone completely. If it freezes and does not respond to the power button, press the Volume Down and Power buttons simultaneously for 7-10 seconds until the screen goes blank. As soon as the device turns off, connect it to the computer with a cable.
Hold: Volume UP + Bixby button (if available) + PowerHold these three buttons at the same time. As soon as the logo Samsungappears, release the Powerbutton, but continue to hold Volume up (and Bixbyif your model has one). After a few seconds, you will see a menu with a black background and blue/yellow text.
⚠️ Attention: In Recovery mode, the touch screen does not work. Navigation is carried out using the volume buttons (up/down), and the selection of an item is confirmed by the power button.
Navigation in the Recovery menu and clearing data
The recovery mode interface may seem intimidating to an untrained user due to the lack of graphics. However, the menu structure is logical. You need to find the item responsible for erasing user data. It is usually called Wipe data/factory reset.
Use the Volume downbutton to move the cursor (highlight) down the list. When the selection stops at the desired item, press the button Power to enter the confirmation submenu. The system will ask you again if you really want to delete all data.
| Action | Control button | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Move up/down | Volume + / - | Change selected menu item |
| Confirm selection | Power | Enter section or start actions |
| Reset data | Select "Yes" | Format the /data partition |
| Reboot | Reboot system now | Exit mode and start Android |
Select item Yes or Factory data reset and confirm with the power button. The formatting process will begin, which will be displayed as a progress bar or text log at the bottom of the screen. Once completed, you will automatically return to the main Recovery menu.
What to do if the Recovery menu does not appear?
If the button combination does not work, try connecting the phone to a wall charger rather than to the computer. This works on some older firmwares, but One UI 2.0 and above requires a PC connection. Also make sure that the cable is in good condition and transmits data, not just current.
Initial setup after reset
After successful completion of the procedure, select item Reboot system now. The smartphone will reboot and the startup process will take longer than usual - from 3 to 7 minutes. This is due to optimizing applications and checking system files.
A welcome screen will appear in front of you. Select the interface language and connect to the Wi-Fi network. At this stage, the system may offer to restore data from a backup copy Google Drive or Samsung Cloud. If you created a backup earlier, this is the best moment to restore contacts and settings.
The most critical moment is a security check FRP. If you did not remove your Google account from your phone settings before resetting, the system will require you to enter its password. This is protection against theft: even after a complete reset, an attacker will not be able to use the phone without the owner’s data.
- 🔐 Enter the details of the Google account that was synchronized before the reset.
- 📅 Set the current date and time (usually adjusted automatically).
- 🛡️ Set up protection methods: fingerprint, facial recognition or PIN code.
- 📲 Sign in to your Samsung account to access branded services.
Once setup is complete, you will receive a clean device. It is recommended to immediately go to Settings → Software update and install the latest available security packages, since after resetting the firmware version may be the same as at the time of purchase or the last major update.
Possible problems and their solution
Despite the simplicity of the procedure, users sometimes encounter unforeseen situations. One of the common problems is that the phone freezes on the logo Samsung after a reset (bootloop). This may indicate damage to the system partition or a hardware conflict.
If the device reboots cyclically, try entering the mode again Recovery and select item Wipe cache partition. This command clears the system's temporary files without affecting personal data (although after a hard reset it is no longer there). This often helps complete the download.
In cases where the phone requires a Google account, but you don’t remember it, the situation becomes more complicated. The official way is to restore access to your account through the Google website from another device. Third-party methods for bypassing FRP often require specific software and may be unsafe.
⚠️ Attention: The interface and location of menu items may vary depending on the Android version (9, 10, 11) and One UI shell. If you do not find the exact name of the item, look for synonyms or similar icons.
If the phone continues to be unstable after a reset, the problem may be hardware (for example, memory or battery failure) rather than software. In this case, resetting will not help, and a visit to the service center will be required.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Will information be deleted from the SD memory card when resetting?
By default, the system does not format the external memory card when resetting settings through the menu. However, when using Recovery mode in some rare cases or when selecting the Full Format option, the data may be affected. It is better to always remove the card before the procedure.
How long does it take to completely reset a Samsung A50?
The data formatting process itself usually takes from 5 to 10 minutes. However, the first boot after the reset and optimization of applications can last up to 15-20 minutes. Do not turn off the phone during this period.
Is it possible to reset the phone if the screen is broken and the sensor does not work?
If the sensor does not work, it is impossible to reset through the settings menu. However, you can try using Recovery mode by operating the Volume and Power buttons. You can also connect a USB mouse via an OTG adapter if the screen at least partially displays the picture.
What is FRP and why does it ask for a password after a reset?
FRP (Factory Reset Protection) is an anti-theft system. It links the device to your Google account. After the reset, the phone requires you to enter the password from the last synchronized account to make sure that the reset was performed by the owner and not the thief.
Will the phone return to the very first version of Android after the reset?
No. A factory reset returns the software to the state it is currently in, including any installed system updates. Rolling back to an older version of Android is not possible in this way.