VIVO X300: How to Perform a Hard Reset via Recovery Mode

Understanding the Hard Reset Process

• 💡 A hard reset on the VIVO X300 can help resolve software issues, remove screen locks, or prepare the phone for a new user.
• ⚠️ Crucially, be aware that a hard reset will erase all data, including contacts, albums, and SMS messages, and data cannot be recovered.
• 📌 If the phone has a Google account signed in, you will need to verify either the Google account or the previous screen lock after the reset. Failure to do so may render the device unusable.

Steps to Enter Recovery Mode

• ⚡ First, power off the VIVO X300 by holding the power button and swiping right.
• 🔑 Then, simultaneously press and hold the power button and volume up button.
• 🚀 Release the power button when the Vivo logo appears to avoid entering Fastboot mode.
• 🎯 Use the volume down button to select 'Recovery Mode' and the power button to confirm.

Performing the Factory Reset

• ⚙️ Within Recovery Mode, navigate to and select 'Clear Data', followed by 'Clear All Data'.
• ⚠️ A confirmation prompt will appear, warning that all data will be cleared via secure deletion. Confirm to proceed.
• ⏳ Wait for the reset process to complete, which typically takes a short amount of time.
• 🔄 Once finished, select 'Return back' and then 'Restart' to reboot the device and initiate the final stages of the reset.
• 📱 The phone will eventually boot to the Android setup screen, indicating the reset is complete.