Resetting the iPhone Nowadays, there are many types and methods. It is important to understand that pressing reset on an iPhone does not always “delete” data on the iPhone. Let’s see what types of resets are available and when they should be used.
What are the ways to reset an iPhone? When should each method be used? See here (Updated 2023)
1. Reset All Settings (Reset All Settings)
This button is to restore all settings except Wi-Fi connection information. It will restore all settings to the default settings that came out of the factory. This method does not delete data from the device. Therefore, there is no need to back up data. Because the system will only adjust the new settings.
Resetting all settings It is recommended to do this every time after updating to new iOS or when using it and feeling that the device is acting abnormally. Usage is not the same because doing Reset All Settings will help the settings return to work more completely. There is a method as follows.
Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset All Settings (Reset All Settings)
When the machine has finished restarting, you can reset the entire machine according to our usage. Or some important ones will have instructions for us to go in and set up completely.
2. Erase All Content and Settings
This method isDelete all data on the machine (Restore the device) or, simply put, it is Wash the machine The principle is that after selecting delete The machine will clear all data in the memory. Just like when buying a new device, of course all data, photos, files, and applications that were not pre-installed with the device will be lost. before deleting The most important thing is Make a backup first.
This case should be used only when absolutely necessary, such as when wanting to resell the device to someone else. Or the machine has a problem after doing Reset All Settings and it doesn’t go away. You should use it carefully.
Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Erase All Content and Settings > Tap “Continue” > Enter iPhone passcode
After entering the code Your device’s data including settings will be erased immediately.
3. Reset Network Settings
Reset Network Settings This resets all network data settings. It deletes Wi-Fi connection data, deletes old Bluetooth connections, VPN and APN settings, and network connections with service providers.
This method is recommended to be done only if the device has problems connecting to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular that may not connect (Wi-Fi problems, you should also check the router or not) after We have reset the network settings. Try reconnecting to both the Wi-Fi network and Bluetooth.
Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Network Settings > Enter the code and tap Select. Reset network settings
4. Reset Keyboard Dictionary
When using the keyboard, iPhone always suggests words or emojis that we use often or regularly. Therefore, if the keyboard dictionary is reset These words or emojis will disappear. Instead, it will display the factory default value.
Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Keyboard Dictionary > Enter the code and tap Select. Reset dictionary
5. Reset Home Screen Layout
This feature is useful for people who like to download a lot of applications. When you use them, you may feel untidy and untidy. You may reset the home screen icon arrangement. When the device is reset, the app icons that came with it will be arranged in the same way as when we bought the device new. Other apps will not disappear but will be stored in the app gallery instead.
Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Home Screen Layout > Tap “Reset Home Screen”
6. Reset Location & Privacy
After using an iPhone for a while, you’ll inevitably need to access apps or websites and allow them to access your location and photos. When used for a long time, you may forget. Accessing too much information on the machine may not be good for some websites. Therefore, resetting location and privacy will clear all location and photo access. When we enter an app that wants to access data on the device, there must be a notification asking us again every time.
Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Location & Privacy > Enter iPhone passcode
7. Remove eSIM
This menu is used to delete the eSIM that was previously in the device. If anyone cancels the eSIM or has already closed the number and the eSIM is still in the device, they can press delete eSIM to delete all eSIM data from the device.
Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Remove all eSIMs > Enter iPhone passcode
These are all methods of resetting an iPhone. It is recommended to use them as appropriate and don’t forget to consider the effects before resetting.
