Samsung Galaxy A23 5G UW - Power Up in Safe Mode
Here's how to boot your Galaxy A23 5G UW into Safe Mode to help determine if an app is causing it to freeze, reset or run slowly.
An alternate method is available if the device can be powered on and is responsive.
- With the device powered off, press and hold thePower / Side buttonuntil the device vibrates and the 'Samsung' screen appears then release.
- With 'Samsung' still on screen, press and hold theVolume down button.Wait 2-4 seconds after the 'Samsung' screen appears before pressing theVolume Down buttonor the device may not start in Safe mode.
- Continue to hold theVolume down buttonuntil 'Safe mode' appears in the lower-left of the lock or Home screen then release.
- With Safe Mode enabled, ensure Airplane Mode is turned off then test device and app functionality.