Wiping the cache partition clears temporary files that have been stored on your Samsung Galaxy. This includes operating system files and leftover files from apps you’ve deleted.
- Turn off your Samsung Galaxy.
- Simultaneously press the Volume Up and Bixby button.
- Wait three seconds, then press and hold the Power button.
- Release all three buttons when you see the Samsung logo appear on the screen.
- Use the volume keys to navigate to Wipe Cache Partition.
- Press the power button to initiate the wipe.
- Select Yes to confirm your decision.
- Wait while the phone clears the cache. A message will scroll across the screen when the cache has been cleared.
- Use the volume buttons to navigate to Reboot System Now.
- Press the power button to reboot your Samsung Galaxy.
- Again using the power button, select Reboot System Now.
- Your Samsung Galaxy will turn on again.
Why this works:
Clearing the cache partition can free up storage space, speed up your Samsung Galaxy, and occasionally fix lingering software issues.