How to factory reset locked Android?

To manually open the Settings app on various devices, follow the appropriate method for your device type: For Windows: Click on the Start Menu (Windows icon) in the lower-left corner. Select Settings (gear icon). Alternatively, you can press Windows + I on your keyboard to directly open the Settings app. For macOS: Click on the Apple icon in the top-left corner of the screen. Select System Preferences from the dropdown menu. For iPhone/iPad: Locate the Settings app on your home screen (it has a gear icon). Tap on it to open. For Android Devices: Locate the Settings app in your app drawer or home screen (gear icon). Tap on it to open.If your Android device is locked and you want to perform a factory reset, the process may vary slightly depending on the make and model of your device. Here’s a general method to factory reset a locked Android device: Method 1: Using Recovery Mode Power Off the Device: If the device is on, power it off completely. Enter Recovery Mode: Press and hold the appropriate buttons for your device. Common combinations include: Volume Up + Power or Volume Down + Power. For some devices, you might need to hold Volume Up + Home + Power. Keep holding the buttons until you see the manufacturer’s logo, then release them. Navigate the Recovery Menu: Once in recovery mode, use the Volume buttons to navigate through the menu. Highlight the option that says Wipe data/factory reset. Press the Power button to select it. Confirm the Reset: Navigate to Yes to confirm the factory reset and press the Power button. Wait for the process to complete. Once done, you will see a message indicating that it has been completed. Reboot the Device: Navigate to Reboot system now and press the Power button to restart your device. Method 2: Using Find My Device (if available) If you have linked your Google account to your device and have Find My Device enabled, you can perform a factory reset remotely: Go to the Find My Device website. Log in with your Google account. Select the device you want to reset. Choose Erase Device. This will perform a factory reset on your device. Important Notes: Data Loss: Performing a factory reset will erase all data on your device, including apps, contacts, messages, and media. Make sure you are okay with losing this information. FRP Lock: If you have Factory Reset Protection (FRP) enabled, you may need to log in with the Google account previously associated with the device after the reset. If you encounter any issues or if the specific buttons seem not to work for your device, it’s best to check the manufacturer’s website or support resources for exact recovery button combinations.For Linux (Ubuntu, for example): Click on the System Menu in the top-right corner. Select Settings or System Settings from the dropdown list. If you’re looking for settings related to a specific application or service, please provide more details, and I can give more tailored instructions!
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