Samsung Galaxy S9 / S9+ Restart in Safe Mode
Samsung Galaxy S9 / S9+
Restart in Safe ModeRestarting your Galaxy S9 / S9+ in Safe Mode puts it into a diagnostic state that only runs system apps so you can determine if a third-party app is causing freezing or slowness.
Before you begin
An alternate method is available if the device is unresponsive or won't power on.
Steps
- Press and hold thePower / Side buttonuntil the Power off prompt appears on the screen, then release.
- Touch and holdPower offuntil the Safe mode prompt appears, then release.
- To confirm, tapSafe mode.
- With Safe Mode enabled, ensure Airplane Mode is turned off then test device and app functionality.
- To exit Safe Mode, restart the device.