This guide is designed to show you how to reset your Samsung tablet. Whether you’re selling your old Galaxy Tab or giving it a fresh start, knowing how to reset it is crucial.

To soft reset your Samsung Galaxy Tab A series tablet: Press and hold the power button. From the options that appear after roughly three seconds, select Power off .

To reset network settings on a Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet, go to Settings > General management > Reset > Reset network settings > Reset settings. Enter your PIN and hit Reset again.

Nothing is forever. If you're rethinking your decision and want to reset default apps, just follow our guide for stock Android and most Samsung phones.