How do I factory reset my Nexus 6?

How do I factory reset my Nexus 6?

1. Ensure the device is powered off.
2. Press and hold the Power+Volume Down buttons until bootloader mode (image of an Android laying on its side with ‘Start’ above it) appears, then release.
3. Select Recovery mode.
4. From the Android Recovery screen, select Wipe data/factory reset.
5. Select Yes.
6. Select reboot system now.

How long does it take to factory reset a Nexus 6?

It should take a minute or two. A factory reset on the nexus 6 can take up to or more than 20 minutes because of the encryption.

What happens if you do factory reset?

A factory data reset erases your data from the phone. While data stored in your Google Account can be restored, all apps and their data will be uninstalled. Connect your phone to Wi-Fi or your mobile network. When the factory reset completes, you must be connected to sign in to your Google Account.

How do I reset my bootloader to factory settings?

The Factory Reset

1. Turn off your device.
2. Hold the power button and the volume down button simultaneously until you get the Android bootloader menu.
3. In the bootloader menu you use the volume buttons to toggle through the different options and the power button to enter/select.
4. Choose the option “Recovery Mode.”

How do I reset my Nexus?

Master reset from settings menu

1. Back up data on the internal memory.
2. From the home screen, tap Apps.
3. Tap Settings.
4. Under ‘Personal,’ tap Backup & reset.
5. Tap the following to set as desired: Back up my data. Backup account. Automatic restore.
6. Tap Factory data reset.
7. Tap RESET TABLET.
8. Tap ERASE EVERYTHING.

How do I reset my Nexus without a password?

Forgotten screen lock.

1. Turn your tablet off.
2. Hold the volume down key.
3. Turn your tablet on.
4. Press the volume up key.
5. Using the volume down key, highlight Wipe data/factory reset.
6. Press the power key to select Wipe data/factory reset.
7. Press the volume ups key.