While Android TVs surely have great features, we know that some years down the line, the TVs start showing issues. There are several problems with Android TVs ranging from boot looping, crashing, unresponsive UI, and more. While some issues can be fixed through software troubleshooting, severe issues like force crashing and boot looping require you to hard reset your Android TV. So if you are facing any such issue with your Android TV then worry not. In this article, I bring you a detailed guide on how to perform a forced factory reset on your Android TV. So on that note, let’s begin with the tutorial.
Before the guide, we have explained the difference between hard reset and factory reset. You can go through the explainer for in-depth information. And then you can proceed with the steps. We have mentioned both Factory and Hard Reset processes for Android TV.
How Hard Reset is Different from Factory Reset?
Hard Reset and Factory Reset are basically the same thing. It’s just a difference in approach. When you are able to access your device in a responsive manner, you can access the Settings page and perform a factory reset easily. However, when things go south and your Android TV does not turn on then you need to use hardware keys (hence hard reset) to factory reset your TV.
To hard reset Android TV, first you need to open the Settings page and move to “Device Preferences“.
In case your TV is not booting at all or showing errors like “data corrupted” then you need to hard reset your Android TV through the recovery mode. Just turn off the TV and switch off the power or simply unplug the cord from the power supply.
Q. Will Unplugging My TV Reset It?
No, it won’t reset your TV. To learn about the reset process, follow our above guide.
In that case, you will have to hard reset your TV through the recovery mode. Follow the instructions in this guide from step #4.
Q. How Do I Reset My TV If It Won’t Turn On?
You can reset your TV even if it does not turn on. Just press certain hardware key combinations to enter into the recovery mode. You can find the instructions from step #4 of this article.
It’s a fairly simple process. If you have an Android TV then open Settings -> Device Preferences -> Reset -> Select the Reset button. That’s all. And if you have a smart TV by LG then move to Settings -> General -> Reset. For Samsung smart TVs, open Settings -> Support -> Self diagnosis -> Reset.
As I mentioned above, just open Settings -> Support -> Self diagnosis -> Reset. Now, enter the TV pin and your Samsung TV will reset itself.
When your TV screen is black then try performing a hard reset from the recovery mode. You can find the instructions from step #4 of this article.
You can’t reset Samsung TV without a remote. You need to buy a replacement for your remote.
Q. Why is My TV Not Responding to The Remote?
In the first instance, it might be a battery issue so try changing that. And if the remote is still not responding then you unpair and pair the remote from the Settings page.
To reset Sony Android TV in an easy manner, open Settings -> Device Preferences -> Reset. And if your TV is not booting then press “Volume down” and “Power button” on the remote and then turn on the power AC. For detailed instructions, follow our above guide.
If you have a TCL Roku TV then you can reset your TV without a remote. You need to press and hold the “Reset” button at the back for 20 seconds and the TV will reset itself.
If you have a TCL Roku TV then only you will find the reset button. It’s generally located at the top of USB ports.
No, there is no reset button on Sony Bravia TV.
Q. What Happens if I Factory Reset My LG TV?
All your apps, internal storage, files, and documents will be erased from your LG TV.
The above tutorial will work with most of the popular Android TVs. You can find a list of popular Android TVs below. The list is not exhaustive by any means and is only to serve as an example.
