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How to Clear Cache Partition — Google Pixel 2

Clear Cache PartitionAndroid 8.0 (Oreo)

How to Clear Cache Partition — Google Pixel 2

⏱ ~5 min📋 6 steps

The Google Pixel 2 is a 2017 Android 8.0 smartphone powered by the Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm) with 4GB and 128GB | 64GB internal storage. It features a 5.0", AMOLED, 1080.0x1920.0 display and is available in Kinda Blue, Just Black, Clearly White.

The Pixel 2 is equipped with a Li-Ion 2700 mAh, non-removable, a 2 MP, 4K@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@30/60/120fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@240fps (gyro-EIS) main camera, a 8 MP, 1080p@30fps front camera. The device uses a Nano-SIM + eSIM configuration. It weighs 143 g.

Clearing the cache partition on your Google Pixel 2 removes temporary system files that accumulate over time and can cause slowdowns, crashes or boot issues. Unlike a factory reset this process does not delete any personal data, photos, apps or settings, making it a safe first step when troubleshooting performance problems.

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Clears temporary system files without deleting personal data.

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On your Google Pixel 2: power off device

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Hold Volume Down + Power → enter Fastboot

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Navigate to 'Recovery mode' → press Power

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If 'No command': hold Power then tap Volume Up

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Navigate to 'Wipe cache partition' → confirm

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Select 'Reboot system now'

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