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How to Soft Reset — Google Pixel C

Soft ResetAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

How to Soft Reset — Google Pixel C

⏱ ~5 min📋 5 steps

The Google Pixel C is a 2015 Android 6.0.1 smartphone powered by the Nvidia Tegra X1 with 3GB and 32GB | 64GB internal storage. It features a 10.2", IPS LCD, 2560.0x1800.0 display and is available in Silver Aluminum.

The Pixel C is equipped with a Li-Po 9240 mAh, non-removable (34.2 Wh), a 8 MP, 1080p@30fps main camera, a 2 MP front camera. The device uses a No configuration. It weighs 517 g.

Performing a soft restart on your Google Pixel C is the quickest way to resolve minor performance issues, app freezes, or unresponsive touch screens without losing any data. Unlike a factory reset, a soft reset simply reboots the device and clears temporary memory, making it the recommended first step for any troubleshooting.

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Does not erase any data. Always try this first.

1

On your Google Pixel C: hold Power for 2 seconds

2

Tap 'Restart' or 'Reboot' in the menu

3

Wait ~30–60 seconds for the restart to complete

4

Force restart if frozen: hold Power for 10–15 seconds until screen goes black

5

Device reboots automatically — no data is lost

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