ANDROID users experiencing speed issues on their devices have received a free hack from Google to try and fix it.
Phone users who panic that it’s the beginning of the end for their device when it starts to slow down and crash may be able to restore it with a quick trick.
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There are several steps you can take to try and combat this problem.
One of them is known as the “Safe Mode” method, which can help devices that run slowly and take a long time to respond.
This hack is designed to reveal whether an app is causing the problem and highlight which one is to blame.
First, users must put their devices in Safe Mode, which “temporarily turns off all downloaded apps,” according to Google. support page.
This process differs by phone, so users should find out how to access Safe Mode through phone manufacturer websites such as Oppo, Samsung, or Huawei.
Once Safe Mode is enabled, see if the slowdown or lagging issue goes away.
If this happens, it means an app is probably draining your phone’s efficiency; however, if the problem persists, you will have to continue troubleshooting.
For those who believe an app is causing the problem, the next step to resolving it can be quite a pain.
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Google advises users to restart their phones and remove all recently downloaded apps.
Do this one by one and after deleting each app, restart your device.
As you did after enabling Safe Mode, you should see if removing this app improved your phone’s efficiency.
After funding the culprit, reinstall all other apps.
Other basic tips include checking for app updates and closing apps after use so they don’t run in the background.
Also, check your network and connection settings and see if there are any Android software updates.
This can be done in the Settings app under the System button.
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It is also advisable to check your storage and make some space available if necessary.
Those still experiencing delays and slowdowns will have to perform more “advanced troubleshooting,” according to Google.
Users may consider restoring the device to factory settings, although this will remove all data from the phone.
Data held in your Google Account can be restored, but apps and their data will be erased.
Devices must be fully backed up before performing a factory reset.
The final option is to contact the device manufacturer for more information and advice.
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