How to format / reset the Oneplus 6T, factory mode and hard reset

The OnePlus 6T is a smartphone that stands out especially for its power. Also for offering features very similar to those of high-end devices. But in this case, with a lower price.

But, although it is a device with great quality, you can also find some problem. If it is performance, screen errors or crashes, the solution may be to reset and format to factory mode. We are going to see 2 ways to format the Oneplus 6T and one to reset, if it does not respond correctly.

Factory data reset OnePlus 6T

How to restart or reset the Oneplus 6T

If the phone doesn't respond to tapping or anything, it might be toasted. Press and hold the power button for 5 to 10 seconds. In this time the phone will reboot without losing any data and should work fine again. Otherwise, we go to the next procedure.

Why reset your phone to factory mode

The main reason why most users decide to factory reset a phone It's because it doesn't work like it did in the beginning.

When resetting, all the junk files that have been accumulating are deleted. We also remove installed apps, either from Google Play or other app websites. So the performance usually improves.

But other reasons to launch a reset may be that you are going to sell or give away the device. In this case, always remember to delete the Google account first.

Two methods to reset the Oneplus 6T

There are two different ways you can choose to factory reset your OnePlus 6. The first, using buttons, is the one you should use if for some reason you can't turn on the device.

Either because it doesn't work or because you've forgotten the pattern. The second method, through the settings menu, is usually the most practical and simple. Especially when we have no problem accessing the settings menu.

Oneplus 6T, reset using buttons, Recovery menu

Remember to make a backup if you can, of the important data on your phone or cell phone.

1. The first thing you have to do is turn off the device. It is also important that you make sure that you have enough battery to carry out the process. Always above 50%.
2. Then hold down the Volume Down and Power buttons for a couple of seconds.
3. Release all buttons when you see the Android logo appear.
4. Next, you will have to enter the PIN to unlock the device (if you had one)
5. Then select Wipe data & cache
6. Finally, you will have to press Delete everything and accept.

Format the Oneplus 6T through the menu

Before doing this format, you should make a copy of the important data that you have on the phone.

1. The first step will be to turn on the mobile phone.
2. Then go to Settings.
3. The next step will be to go to Backup and Reset, and then you will have to choose the Restore to factory settings option.
4. After that, when you tap Reset phone, you will get a warning that all data will be erased. You must have a backup made, so as not to lose data.
5. Lastly, choose Erase everything and the phone will start to restore.

What has been your experience with the OnePlus 6T? Have you ever needed to reset to factory settings? Do you think it is a simple process or have you encountered any complications?

We invite you to go through our comments section at the bottom of this article. There tell us your opinion about the Oneplus 6T. Also of the different means at your disposal to format to factory values.