Resetting an Kindles run on a proprietary operating system. Amazon has developed and optimized the operating system to provide an excellent reading experience. However, it is not entirely free from errors and bugs.
For the last few years, Kindles have become very popular among the young and the elderly. The device enables s to read their favorite books without the eye strain that a phone or tablet would cause. While the original Kindle is a no-brainer for everyone, those who want a larger screen or network connectivity options opt for the Kindle Paperwhite and Oasis models.
Whether it's an Oasis, Paperwhite, or Basic, there are two ways to reset an Amazon Kindle. The first one involves restarting the Kindle, also called a soft reset. It reboots the device with default system values without affecting the data. If the device is stuck or frozen, s with the Kindle Paperwhite or Oasis can press and hold the power button for about 30 seconds to restart it. If the device menus work, tap on the three dots at the top right and tap on 'Settings.' In the menu, tap on 'Device Options' and select 'Restart.' A soft reset should get the device up and running again.
If The Soft Reset Doesn't Work On The Kindle, Go For A Hard Reset
A hard reset, also called factory reset, will erase all the books, documents, and information stored on the Kindle, and unlink and de the associated Amazon , so use this step as a last resort, and don't forget to back up anything important. The device will not cancel a Kindle Unlimited subscription, but the will have to their device again. Tap on the three dots and select 'Settings,' tap on 'Device Options,' and choose 'Reset.' The Kindle will prompt s that resetting will "remove all ed or transferred content." Press 'Yes' at the bottom right and wait for a few minutes before the device erases data, restores factory settings, and reboots.
Although Kindle is meant for long usage, s might encounter errors, bugs, or glitches. s should perform a soft reset when the Kindle screen is not responding, when the device won't exit a book, or when it is not connecting with the PC or other wireless networks. On the other hand, s should hard reset a Kindle if the bugs make it unusable or before selling the device or gifting it to someone. As Kindles add more features, they might be more prone to bugs, but a soft or hard reset should solve most problems. However, Amazon if this basic troubleshooting step doesn't work on the Kindle.
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