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A hard reset (factory reset) wipes all user data—including photos, apps, documents, and lock-screen credentials—restoring your phone to its original settings. This is often the only way to remove a PIN, pattern, or password if you're locked out. Mobile Team OfficialsHard Reset
⚠️ Important Note
This process deletes all your data. Only proceed if you have ownership of the device and have backed up your important files beforehand.
🧰 Required Before Getting Started
- Your Galaxy M36 5G
- Connection to a computer via USB or use of a USB-C OTG adapter
- A SIM card with PIN lock enabled (optional but helpful for powering off when locked) Mobile Team OfficialsHard Reset
🔌 Step-by-Step Reset Instructions
1. Enter Emergency Call Screen
To prevent the screen from turning off, tap and hold any digit on the Emergency Call screen for about 5–6 seconds. Mobile Team Officials
2. Turn Off the Device
- Simultaneously press and hold Volume Down + Power until it shuts off.
- If this fails due to a lock, insert a PIN-protected SIM and retry powering down. Mobile Team Officials
3. Boot into Recovery Mode
- Once powered off, immediately press and hold Power + Volume Up before the Samsung logo appears.
- This should launch the Android Recovery menu. Mobile Team OfficialsHard Reset
4. Factory Reset from Recovery
- Navigate using Volume buttons, select options with the Power button.
- Choose “Wipe data/factory reset”.
- Confirm by selecting “Yes – delete all user data”. Hard ResetMobile Team Officials
5. Reboot Your Device
- Choose “Reboot system now”.
- The reset typically takes 3–5 minutes, depending on storage. Mobile Team OfficialsOpen Video
6. Final Setup
- Follow on-screen setup:
- Tap Start → Accept terms → Skip copying apps/data → Set date/time → Skip Samsung account if desired → Complete setup. Mobile Team Officials
🔎 Why This Works
On many Samsung phones, using Power + Volume Down to shut off followed by Power + Volume Up to boot into Recovery Mode is an effective way to initiate a hard reset—even from the lock screen. RedditReddit
“Press and hold Volume Down + Power until the screen turns black. As soon as it goes black, release both and press Volume Up + Power … to enter Recovery Mode. Then select Wipe Data/Factory Reset.” Reddit
🔄 Alternate Unlock Options (If Available)
- Google’s Find My Device: If registered and connected online, it may allow you to remotely wipe the phone. This requires an active Google account and internet connection. Hard Reset
- Samsung’s Find My Mobile Remote Unlock: Available only if remote unlock was enabled prior to being locked. Newer Samsung devices may no longer support this feature. RedditReddit
📋 Quick Comparison Table
| Method | Data Lost? | Requirements | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recovery Mode Hard Reset | Yes | Physical access + recovery key combo | Almost always works if recovery mode is accessible |
| Find My Device (Google) | No | Google account + internet | Requires setup beforehand |
| Samsung Find My Mobile Unlock | No | Samsung account + remote unlock enabled | Often disabled on newer devices |
| ADB or File Manager (Advanced) | No | USB debugging enabled previously | Not usable if USB debugging was not enabled. mobilexfiles.comReddit |
💡 Pro Tips & Troubleshooting
- If unsuccessful powering off via buttons, simulate shutdown with SIM usage or let the battery run out. Then retry the key combination. RedditReddit
- Be prepared to sign in with your Google or Samsung account after reset—Factory Reset Protection may block further access otherwise. RedditReddit
🔐 In Summary
- Hold Volume Down + Power to shut off your Galaxy M36 5G.
- Press Power + Volume Up quickly after shutdown to access Recovery Mode.
- Perform Wipe data/factory reset, then reboot.
- Complete the setup prompts to regain access.
If none of these options work or you’re unsure, consider contacting Samsung support or a qualified service center. Let me know if you'd like help with Google/Samsung account recovery post-reset!
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