How To Factory Reset Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini GT-I8190

The explained steps in this Guide will help you to Factory Reset Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini with model numbers:

• Samsung GT-I8190.
• Samsung GT-I8190L.
• Samsung GT-I8190N.
• Samsung GT-I8190T.

Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini GT-I8190 Factory Reset Checklist:

1- This process restores the Android platform to its original state and wipe all your data, So backup all the wanted data (Contacts, SMS, Photos, Videos,… Etc).

2- Make sure that you know the Google account name and password.

3- Any other Email accounts info.

4- Samsung accounts info.

5- Any other log-in info and settings you used on your Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini.

6- Ensure your Samsung Galaxy device has enough charge level.

Factory Reset Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini GT-I8190 from Recovery Menu:

1- Make sure that your Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini is Off, If not, Then turn it off (Press and hold the Power key, and then tap Power off). And remove the Memory card from it.

2- Take out its battery for 10 seconds, Then put it in again.

3- Press and hold Volume Up key + Home key then press Power key.

4- Keep pressing the above keys until Samsung logo appears,Then release all keys.

5- Wait until you are into Factory reset / System Recovery menu.

6- Use Volume Down key to scroll down and select Wipe Data / Factory Reset option.

7- Use Power button to confirm the operation.

8- You need to use the Volume Down key again to select “Yes — delete all user data“.

9- Use Power button to confirm the operation one more time.

10- After performing the hard reset, Select Reboot System Now option, And confirm it using Power button.

11- Now your Galaxy S3 Mini will reboot, Wait for it to be fully on and then you can start using it. Select your preferred device language, And follow the on-screen instructions to proceed the initial setup.