Samsung Galaxy S22 / S22+ / S22 Ultra Power Up in Safe Mode
Samsung Galaxy S22 / S22+ / S22 Ultra
Power Up in Safe ModeSafe Mode is a diagnostic state on your Galaxy S22 / S22+ / S22 Ultra that only runs system apps so you can isolate if a third-party app is causing freezing or slowness.
Before you begin
An alternate method is available if the device can be powered on and is responsive.
Steps
- With the device powered off, press and hold thePower / Side buttonuntil the device vibrates and the Samsung screen appears then release.
- With 'Samsung' still on screen, press and hold theVolume down button.
- Continue to hold theVolume down buttonuntil Safe mode appears in the lower left of the unlock or Home screen then release.
- With Safe Mode enabled, ensure Airplane Mode is turned off then test device and app functionality.
- To exit Safe Mode, restart the device.