Performing a Normal (Soft) Reset on a Samsung Galaxy Portal
A normal reset is sometimes referred to as a soft reset. A normal reset stops all running applications but does not erase any programs or saved data.
Caution be sure to save any unsaved data before performing a normal reset since a normal reset erases all unsaved data.
- Installed applications may cause errors. In this case, enter Safe mode and then delete the latest applications you have installed.
- To enter Safe mode, press and hold [
] until “Safe Mode” will
appear while the device is booting.
Performing a Hard (Full) Reset on a Samsung Galaxy Portal
A full reset is sometimes referred to as a hard reset. Perform a full reset when you want to clear all settings, programs and data from RAM. A full reset deactivates the battery the power button does not function until the battery is reactivated.
Caution if you perform a full reset, your Samsung Galaxy Portal returns to its default settings and looses all information that is not recorded in ROM.
To perform hard reset:
- From the Home screen, open the application list and select Settings -> SD card & phone storage -> Factory data reset -> Reset phone.
