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How to Clear Cache Partition — Google Pixel 6

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How to Clear Cache Partition — Google Pixel 6

⏱ ~5 min📋 6 steps

The Google Pixel 6 is a 2021 Android 12, upgradable to Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades smartphone powered by the Google Tensor (5 nm) with 8GB and 128GB | 256GB internal storage. It features a 6.4", AMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+, 1080.0x2400.0 display and is available in Sorta Seafoam, Kinda Coral, Stormy Black.

The Pixel 6 is equipped with a Li-Ion 4614 mAh, a 50 MP, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS main camera, a 8 MP, 1080p@30fps front camera. The device uses a Nano-SIM + eSIM configuration. It weighs 207 g.

Clearing the cache partition on your Google Pixel 6 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 6: 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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