Whether your Samsung tablet has become slow, keeps freezing, is stuck on the Samsung logo, or you're preparing it for resale, performing a factory reset can often solve the problem. It restores your tablet to its original settings, giving you a fresh start and helping improve performance.

If your tablet isn't responding at all, you can also use Recovery Mode to reset it using the physical buttons. In this guide, our Samsung experts at MDS Mobile UAE explain the safest ways to factory reset your Samsung tablet, whether it's working normally or completely unresponsive.

Things to Do Before Factory Resetting Your Samsung Tablet

A factory reset permanently erases everything stored on your tablet, including:

• Photos and videos

• Apps and app data

• Documents and downloads

• Saved settings

• User accounts

Before you begin, take a few minutes to prepare your device.

Back Up Your Data

Go to Settings > Accounts and backup, and back up your files using Samsung Cloud or Google Drive. You can also copy important files to a microSD card if your tablet supports expandable storage.

Sign Out of Your Accounts

Before performing a factory reset, remove your Google and Samsung accounts by going to:

Settings > Accounts and backup > Manage accounts

This step helps prevent Factory Reset Protection (FRP) from activating after the reset. If FRP is triggered, you'll need to sign in with the same Google account previously linked to the tablet before you can use it again.

How to Factory Reset a Samsung Tablet from Settings

If your touchscreen is working normally, this is the easiest and safest way to reset your tablet.

Step 1: Open General Management

Open the Settings app and scroll down to General Management.

Step 2: Tap Reset

Select Reset to view the available reset options.

Step 3: Choose Factory Data Reset

Tap Factory data reset. Your tablet will display everything that will be removed, including installed apps, accounts, and personal data.

Step 4: Verify Your Identity

Tap Reset, then enter your PIN, password, or pattern to confirm your identity.

Step 5: Tap Delete All

Select Delete all. Your Samsung tablet will restart, erase all data, and boot up like a brand-new device, ready for setup.

How to Factory Reset a Samsung Tablet Using Recovery Mode

If your tablet is frozen, won't boot properly, or you've forgotten your lock screen password, you can reset it using Recovery Mode.

Step 1: Force Restart Your Tablet (If Necessary)

If your tablet is completely unresponsive, press and hold the Power (Side) button and Volume Down button together for about 7–10 seconds until the screen turns off.

Step 2: Connect the Tablet to a Computer

Using a USB-C cable, connect your Galaxy tablet to a computer. Some newer Samsung tablets require this connection before Recovery Mode can be accessed.

Step 3: Enter Recovery Mode

Press and hold the Power (Side) button and Volume Up button together. Release both buttons as soon as the Samsung logo appears. After a few moments, the Android Recovery menu will appear.

Step 4: Select Wipe Data/Factory Reset

Use the Volume buttons to move through the menu and highlight Wipe data/factory reset. Press the Power button to select it.

Step 5: Confirm the Reset

Highlight Factory data reset (or Yes) and press the Power button again. Once the reset is complete, select Reboot system now to restart your tablet. Your Samsung tablet will launch with its original factory settings.

How to Fix App Problems Without Factory Resetting Your Tablet

If you're only experiencing app crashes, slow performance, or software glitches, a full factory reset may not be necessary. Instead, go to:

Settings > General Management > Reset > Reset all settings

This option restores your system settings, Wi-Fi preferences, accessibility settings, and other configurations without deleting your photos, apps, or personal files. It's often enough to resolve minor software issues while keeping your data intact.

When Should You Consider Upgrading Your Samsung Tablet?

If your Galaxy tablet continues to freeze, lag, or struggle with newer apps even after a factory reset, the issue may be due to aging hardware rather than software. Upgrading to a newer Samsung Galaxy tablet gives you:

• Faster processors for smoother multitasking

• Brighter, higher-resolution displays

• Longer battery life

• Improved security features

• Years of software and security updates

Whether you're looking for a tablet for work, study, creativity, or entertainment, MDS Samsung UAE offers the latest Samsung Galaxy tablets with genuine warranties and the newest features to help you stay productive every day.