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How to Clear Cache Partition — Google Pixel

Clear Cache PartitionAndroid 7.1 (Nougat)

How to Clear Cache Partition — Google Pixel

⏱ ~5 min📋 6 steps

The Google Pixel is a 2016 Android 7.1 smartphone powered by the Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm) with 4GB and 128GB | 32GB internal storage. It features a 5.0", AMOLED, 1080.0x1920.0 display and is available in Quite Black, Very Silver, Really Blue.

The Pixel is equipped with a Li-Ion 2770 mAh, non-removable, a 3 MP, 4K@30fps, 1080p@60/120fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@240fps main camera, a 8 MP, 1080p@30fps front camera. The device uses a Nano-SIM configuration. It weighs 143 g.

Clearing the cache partition on your Google Pixel 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: 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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