Reset the Motorola Moto X, restore data to factory mode

Do you need to factory reset the Moto X and format it completely? It is often necessary restore settings as factory our mobile phone, for this the options can be several: using the botones, introducing a bar code or from the menu of screen. The problem is usually that we do not know what keys to press or what steps to follow in a convenient way, so as not to further aggravate the problem.

Therefore, below we will explain how to perform the reset and restart to factory mode of the Motorola Moto X, a device that arrived at the beginning of 2014 to Spain.

In this guide, we explain the steps to follow to return to the original configuration of this Android terminal, recovering the state it had when it was purchased and taking it out of the box, that is, from scratch.

Tips before factory reset Motorola Moto X

What does formatting the Moto X entail?

Un reset it is a critical action for any device, even more so for one as sophisticated as a Smartphone. Having to perform this action normally happens because we have an application that is incorrectly installed or uninstalled, due to not remembering the unlock pattern or the password of the Smartphone. That is, any circumstance that blocks the mobile phone and makes it unresponsive or not work properly.

But it is important that before carrying out any of the procedures that we are going to explain below, that you fully charge the battery, remove the SIM card and the SD card from the Smartphone.

Remember that the hard Reset will erase all data from the internal memory of the mobile, so before doing so, if possible, we recommend you perform a Backup all data, documents, contacts, posts, files, tones, etc. So formatting the Moto X completely cleans the mobile of all the information.

How to factory reset data on Moto X

There are two procedures to reset the Moto X to factory mode: through the settings menu or with the keys/buttons of the phone itself.

Format the Moto X through the settings menu

On the main screen, click on the icon that indicates 'Applications' and choose the 'Settings' option. Here we will search for 'Backup and reset' -> 'Factory data reset' -> 'Reset phone'.

Now, assuming you have the screen lock activated, enter your password or PIN and click 'Continue'. The phone will start the process and should boot up normally after a few moments.

Reset via phone buttons/keys – Hard Reset

We will use this procedure in the event that we cannot access the Moto X user menu. The steps to Hard reset the Motorola Moto X are as follows:

• Turn off your Smartphone.
• Next, press and hold the 'Power' and 'Volume Down' buttons for as long as necessary until the phone resets. Sometimes if it's on and not responding, doing this will turn it off.
• After this, the Moto X should go through the first few setup steps, just like when you took it out of the box and turned it on for the first time.

This procedure is indicated by the Motorola brand, to solve some problems of operation of this android phone. If you have been useful how to factory reset Moto X, leave a comment below.