How to Factory Reset SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab Active 5 Pro When Password is Forgotten

Performing a Factory Reset

• 💡 This guide demonstrates how to perform a factory reset on the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 Pro when the passcode is forgotten.
• ⚠️ Important: A factory reset will erase all settings, apps, and personal data from the tablet.
• 📌 Ensure you have a backup of your data before proceeding with the reset.

Steps to Reset the Device

• 🔌 First, turn off the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 Pro.
• 🔌 Connect a cable to the device.
• ⚡ Simultaneously press and hold the Power and Volume Up buttons until the Samsung logo appears, then release.
• 👆 Use the volume buttons to navigate the recovery menu and highlight "wipe data/factory reset".
• ✅ Confirm your selection using the Power button.

Completing the Reset and Setup

• ⚙️ Select "factory data reset" to initiate the data wipe.
• ⏳ Wait for the wipe process to complete.
• 🚀 Once the wipe is finished, select "reboot system" to restart the tablet.
• ✨ The device will now require a setup from the beginning, similar to when it was new.