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Samsung Galaxy A23 5G UW - Power Up in Safe Mode

2026-10-22 19:07:57.334

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.
  1. With the device powered off, press and hold the
    Power / Side button
    until the device vibrates and the 'Samsung' screen appears then release.
    Power button
  2. With 'Samsung' still on screen, press and hold the
    Volume down button
    .
    Wait 2-4 seconds after the 'Samsung' screen appears before pressing the
    Volume Down button
    or the device may not start in Safe mode.
    Volume down button
  3. Continue to hold the
    Volume down button
    until 'Safe mode' appears in the lower-left of the lock or Home screen then release.