How to reset Honor on Android: a complete guide to resetting the settings

Resetting your smartphone Honor to factory settings may be necessary in a variety of situations: from banal system brakes to critical failures after an unsuccessful update. However, not all users know what exists several ways to perform a reset - from simple through the settings menu to complex manipulations through ADB or Fastboot. Moreover, on devices Honor (especially those released after 2019), the process may differ due to the features of the firmware Magic UI and restrictions associated with American sanctions against Huawei.

In this article we will examine all current reset methods for Honor 7/8/9/10/20/30/50/60/70/80/90/X-series models, including cases when the phone does not respond to buttons, is locked with a pattern key, or does not turn on at all. You will learn how to save important data before resetting, what mistakes users most often make, and what to do if the device does not boot after a hard reset. And at the end - answers to the most frequently asked questions on the topic.

1. When you need to reset settings on Honor

Resetting to factory settings (hard reset) is an extreme measure that is resorted to in the following cases:

• 🐢 The phone is very slow, applications constantly crash, and there is less than 10% of free memory left - even after clearing the cache.
• 🔒 You forgot pattern key, PIN code or account password Huawei ID (on older models).
• 📱 The device is stuck on the logo Honor or endlessly reboots after updating the firmware.
• 🦠 Suspicion of a virus or malware that is not removed antiviruses.
• 📦 Before selling or transferring the phone to another person (to delete all personal data).

However, resetting does not always solve the problem. For example, if the phone does not turn on due to damaged battery or hardware failure of the motherboard, then a hard reset is useless. In such cases, diagnostics are required at a service center.

⚠️ Attention: On models Honor with processors Kirin (released before 2021) after resetting, you may need to re-authorize in Huawei ID. If you do not remember your account details, the phone will turn into a “brick” - it will be extremely difficult to unlock it.

2. Preparing for a reset: how to save data

Reset to factory settings completely deletes all user data: photos, contacts, messages, installed applications and their settings. Therefore, it is necessary to make a backup copy before the procedure. Here's what you can save:

Data type	How to save	Notes
Contact	Synchronize with Google Account or export to file .vcf	Check in Settings → Accounts → Google → Synchronization
Photo/video	Copy to PC via USB or upload to Google Photos/Huawei Cloud	On new ones models Honor may not be Google Services
Messages	Use applications like SMS Backup & Restore	Does not save media files from MMS
Applications	The list of installed apps can be exported via App Backup & Restore	APK files themselves will only be saved with a manual backup

If the phone does not respond to touches or is locked, try connecting it to the computer in MTP (file transfer) mode. On some models Honor to do this you need:

1. Connect the USB cable.
2. Swipe down the notification panel.
3. Click “File Transfer” (if the screen is unlocked).

3. Method 1: Reset via the settings menu (soft reset)

This is the simplest and safest method, but it only works if:

• 📱 The phone turns on and responds to touches.
• 🔓 You know the PIN code or pattern.
• 🔋 Battery charge is more than 30% (to avoid shutdown during the process).

Instructions for Magic UI (from version 4.0 and later):

1. Open Settings (icon gears).
2. Go to System and updates → Reset.
3. Select Reset settings.
4. Read the warning and press Reset phone.
5. If necessary, enter the PIN code or password for Huawei ID.
6. Confirm the action by pressing Reset.

On for older models (before 2018), the path may be different:

Settings → Advanced → Backup and reset → Reset settings

Checked battery charge (minimum 30%)

Backed up important data

I know the PIN code/pattern

The device is not connected to charging (to avoid failures)-->

⚠️ Attention: If after resetting the phone requires you to enter data from Huawei IDthat you do not remember, do not try to guess the password repeatedly - the account may be blocked. Contact support Huawei with proof of device purchase.

4. Method 2: Hard reset via Recovery Mode

This method is useful if:

• 🔐 The phone is locked and you don’t remember the password.
• 📵 The device does not respond to touches (but turns on).
• 🔄 The smartphone is stuck on loading or reboots endlessly.

To enter Recovery Mode on Honor use a combination of buttons. It depends on the model:

Honor model	Button combination	Notes
Honor 7/8/9/10	Turn off → Press Volume up + Power	Release the buttons when the logo appears
Honor 20/30/50/X-series	Turn off → Press Volume up + Power → Hold for 10 sec	On some models you need to confirm the input with the button Volume up
Honor 60/70/80/90	Turn off → Press Volume up + Volume down + Power	You may need to connect to charging

After entering the Recovery control is carried out using the volume buttons (Up/Down - moving, Power —selection). Next:

1. Select Wipe data/factory reset.
2. Confirm the action (Yes).
3. Wait for the process to complete (may take 5-15 minutes).
4. Select Reboot system now to reboot.

What to do if Recovery Mode does not open?

If the button combination does not work, try:

1. Connect the phone to charge for 30 minutes (it may be low). battery).

2. Use another combination (for example, Volume down + Power).

3. On models with Kirin 990 and newer, you may need a special cable to force entry into Fastboot.

4. If all else fails - contact the service center, as the problem may be hardware (the power button is damaged).

5. Method 3: Reset via ADB (for advanced users)

The method via Android Debug Bridge (ADB) is suitable if:

• 🖥️ computer with installed drivers Honor/Huawei.
• 🔧 USB debugging is enabled (Settings → About phone → Build number (7 taps) → For developers → USB debugging).
• 🔓 The phone is unlocked (but, for example, does not respond touch).

Instructions:

1. Download and install ADB Tools on your PC.
2. Connect your phone to the computer via USB (select mode File transfer).
3. Open a command line (Win + R → cmd) and enter:

adb devices

If the device is detected (the serial number appears), execute the reset command:

adb shell recovery --wipe_data

For models with Magic UI 5.0+ an alternative command may be required:

adb shell am broadcast -a android.intent.action.MASTER_CLEAR

After executing the command, the phone will automatically reboot and begin the reset process.

1. Reinstall drivers HiSuite from the official website Huawei.

2. Use another USB cable (preferably the original one).

3. Turn on the mode Charging only, then switch back to File transfer.-->

6. Method 4: Reset via Fastboot (if Recovery is not available)

If Recovery Mode the phone is damaged or the phone does not respond to buttons, you can try a reset via Fastboot. This method is more risky and requires:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed ADB/Fastboot.
• 🔌 A working USB cable (preferably original).
• 🔋 Battery charge of at least 50%.

Step-by-step guide:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Hold Volume down + Power (for most models Honor) and hold for 10-15 seconds until the screen appears Fastboot.
3. Connect the phone to the PC.
4. Open the command line and check the connection:

fastboot devices

If the device is detected, run the command to reset:

fastboot erase userdata
fastboot erase cache
fastboot reboot

On some models (for example, Honor 8X or Honor 10 Lite) an additional command may be required to unlock the bootloader:

fastboot oem unlock [your_unlock_code]

However, you can only get this code through the official website Huawei, and for new models (after 2021) unlocking the bootloader is often impossible.

⚠️ Attention: Commands fastboot erase deletes data without the possibility of recovery. If you make a mistake with the command (for example, enter fastboot erase system), the phone may turn into a “brick” and will require flashing.

7. Method 5: Reset via HiSuite (official software from Huawei)

If the previous methods did not work or you are afraid to use ADB/Fastboot, you can try resetting through a proprietary utility Huawei HiSuite. This method is suitable for:

• 📱 Models Honor before 2020 (with support Huawei Mobile Services).
• 🔓 Phones that turn on but do not respond to touches.
• 🖥️ Users who have no experience with command line.

Instructions:

1. Download and install HiSuite from official website.
2. Connect the phone to the PC via USB (select mode HiSuite when prompted).
3. Run the app and wait until it detects the device.
4. Go to the section System Restore.
5. Select Reset to factory settings and follow the instructions on the screen.

The advantage of this method is minimal risk of errors, since the process is automated. However, on new models Honor (for example, Honor 70 or Honor Magic 4) the reset via HiSuite function can be disabled.

8. What to do if the phone does not turn on after a reset

In rare cases, after a hard reset, the device may:

• 🔄 Stuck on logo Honor.
• 📵 Not responding to the power button.
• 🔋 Show a black screen with a flashing indicator.

Here's what you can do:

Problem	Possible cause	Solution
Stuck on the logo	Damaged firmware	Try to reflash through Fastboot or eRecovery
Does not turn on	Battery is dead	Leave it on charge for 1-2 hours, then try to turn it on
Required Huawei ID	FRP lock	Restore access to your account or contact service
Black screen	Hardware failure	Take it to a service center (there may be a problem with the display or board)

If the phone is stuck on the logo, try entering Recovery Mode and execute Wipe cache partition (not to be confused with Wipe data!). This will clear the system cache without deleting user data.

On models with support eRecovery (for example, Honor 10 or Honor View 20), you can try to restore the firmware via the Internet:

1. Press Volume up + Power until the menu appears.
2. Select Download latest version and recovery.
3. Connect to Wi-Fi and wait for the firmware to load.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about resetting Honor

❓ Is it possible to reset Honor if you forgot the pattern key?

Yes, but this will require Recovery Mode or ADB (if USB debugging was enabled previously). If these methods do not help, your only option is to contact the service center with proof of purchase.

❓ Will a hard reset reset the IMEI lock?

No. Resetting to factory settings deletes only user data, but does not affect blocking by IMEI (if the phone is blacklisted by the operator or blocked after theft).

❓ Why does Honor ask for the old password after resetting?

This FRP blocking (Factory Reset Protection). It appears if the phone was linked Google Account (on older models) or Huawei ID (on new ones). To unlock, you need to enter the details of the account that was on the device before the reset.

❓ Is it possible to cancel the reset after it has started?

No. Once the process has started, it cannot be interrupted - this may damage the firmware. Wait for it to complete (even if it takes 20-30 minutes).

❓ How to reset Honor if the screen does not work?

In this case, only ADB (if debugging was enabled) or Fastbootwill help. If these methods are not available, contact the service center, as you will need to disassemble the device to connect to UART or flashing it through testpoints.