How do I do a factory reset on my Droid?

In the home screen, tap the Menu button, and then tap Settings. On the Settings screen, tap the Privacy option. You will be presented with a list of options such as “Back up my data”, “Automatic restore” and “Factory data reset.” Tap the “Factory data reset” option to restore the factory settings of your mobile phone.

How do I clear data on my Motorola Droid?

To erase all data and reset your phone:

1. Go to Settings > System.
2. Touch Advanced.
3. Touch Reset options.
4. Touch Erase all data (factory reset)
5. Touch Erase all data.

How do I reset my Motorola Droid tablet?

To Perform a Reset

1. From the home screen, touch Apps.
2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch Privacy.
4. Touch Factory data reset.
5. Check the Erase USB storage box if you would like to erase all content stored.
6. Touch Reset tablet and follow the onscreen instructions.

How do I reboot my Motorola Droid?

To reboot the device, press and hold the Power key for 10 – 20 seconds. Notes: Data on your phone will not be deleted.

How do you reset a Verizon Motorola Droid?

Press and hold the Volume Up key for 10-15 seconds. While still holding the Volume Up key, tap and release the Power key. This step may be easier if you hold the phone sideways. When the device displays additional menu options, use the Volume Down key to scroll to Wipe data / Factory Reset.

How do I soft reset my Motorola Droid?

Wait several seconds as the phone performs a soft reset. If this does not work, take the battery cover off the Droid, and remove the battery to force the phone to turn off. Reinsert the battery, then turn the Droid back on.

What does a “factory reset” do if rooted?

A factory reset really only deals with the Data and the Cache partitions. If you are on a Rooted device then again a factory reset will only remove the Data and Cache partitions. It does not mess with the System partition. If you have a custom ROM on the device after a factory reset you will still have that same custom ROM on the device.

Should I do the factory reset?

Factory data reset is often useful when your system is passed onto you from your sibling or is second hand in any form. It helps you in removing unwanted trash and junk in a single go. You can then plan your system in a personalized manner without any compromise with your device memory or outlook.

How do I Reset my Android phone to factory settings?

Performing a Recovery Reset Power off your device. Boot your phone in Recovery Mode. Press and hold the device-specific button combination while your phone is powered off. Scroll to Wipe data/factory reset. Use the volume buttons to scroll through the menu options. Press the Power button. This selects the reset option. Scroll to Yes.