How to Turn Off an iPhone XR

 What To Know

• To turn off iPhone XR, hold Side and Volume Down buttons > move slider from left to right.
• To turn on iPhone XR, hold down Side button until the Apple logo appears > let go of side button.
• To restart, press Volume Up, Volume Down, and then press and hold Side button until Apple logo appears.

Turning off the iPhone XR is one of the easiest things about using the smartphone, but there are a number of things related to it that you need to know. This article explains how to turn off an iPhone XR, how to turn it back on, how to restart it, and more.

How to Power Off iPhone XR 

Need to turn off your iPhone XR? It will be familiar from the process for turning on an iPhone XR, but there are two extra steps. Press and hold the Volume Down and Side buttons at the same time. When the slide to power off slider appears, move it from left to right. After a few seconds, your iPhone XR will turn off.

If you're not planning to use your iPhone XR for a little bit, you don't have to turn it off. You can just put it to sleep by pressing the Side button once (this is also called "locking" the phone). To wake the phone back up (aka "unlocking"), tap the screen or press the Side button again.

What to Do if iPhone XR Won't Turn Off

In some cases, your iPhone XR might run into a problem that prevents it from turning off using the steps from the last section. Don't worry: this is almost always a temporary glitch and it's easy to solve. Here's how:

1. Press and release the Volume Up button.

   

2. Press and release the Volume Down button.

   

3. Press and hold the Side button.

   

4. Keep holding until the Apple logo appears. When it does, let go of the Side button and your iPhone XR will restart.

Other Beginner iPhone XR Tips

Knowing how to turn off an iPhone XR is a good start, but here are some other important things a new or beginning iPhone owner should know how to do:

• Set a Passcode: If you didn't do it when you set up the iPhone, you should set a passcode. This short code prevents unauthorized people from using your iPhone or accessing your data. Start by setting a passcode on your iPhone. Then, set up Face ID so you can unlock your iPhone by looking at it.
• Get More Battery Life: You can charge the iPhone by plugging the included cable into a wall socket or a computer. Still, you'll want to use the iPhone as long as possible without having the inconvenience of a recharge. Check out these tips for getting the most battery life out of your iPhone.
• Take a Screenshot: Want to capture whatever's on your screen right now so you can share it or go back to it later? Take a screenshot by pressing the Volume Down and Side buttons at the same time and then quickly letting go. Screenshots are saved in the pre-installed Photos app.

Want to let how to turn off another iPhone model? We have instructions for turning off every iPhone model ever made.

FAQ

• How big is the iPhone XR?

  The iPhone XR measures 5.94 inches high, 2.98 inches wide, and 0.33 inches thick. It has a 6.1-inch screen.

• When did the iPhone XR come out?

  The iPhone XR was first available for purchase on October 26, 2018. Apple discontinued it on September 14, 2021.

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How to Reset an LG Phone

 What to Know

• LG resets come in three types: a soft reset, a hard reset, and a software factory reset.
• Soft reset, or restart, your phone when you notice strange, temporary issues, like freezing or sudden lag.
• Use a hard reset or software factory reset to return the phone to factory settings.

This article explains how to reset your LG phone using three methods that have different uses and drawbacks: a soft reset, hard reset, and software factory reset.

The Three Types of LG Phone Resets

When your smartphone freezes, runs extremely slowly, or otherwise appears to be having problems normal methods can't solve, a reset might be the way to get it functioning again. LG phones have three options for resetting them: A soft reset, a hard reset, and a software factory reset. 

• A soft reset is also called a restart. It's a safer version of turning your device off, then turning it back on again. Using a soft reset closes any applications and clears out the RAM before restarting the device.
• A hard reset uses the phone's hardware to return it to factory settings. This overwrites the device and any data that was added after it left the factory.
• A software factory reset (for our purposes, we'll call it a "factory reset" going forward) is an option available in the Settings app. This works similarly to a hard reset, but is done via software instead of using the phone's hardware.

How and When to Do a Soft Reset on an LG Phone

A soft reset is ideal for a situation where your phone has frozen, is operating slowly, or is showing other signs of being taxed, such as overheating or refusing to open apps. The soft reset is the option of last resort in this situation, as resetting a phone while an application is working with data may corrupt that data. Generally, however, a soft reset only loses any unsaved data on your phone.

To perform a soft reset on an LG phone, you have two options. First, hold down the Power key and the Power menu opens. Press Restart and the phone does a soft reset. If the Power menu won't open, or the phone is very slow, hold down the Power button and the Volume Down button until the screen goes blank and the LG logo appears. This forces the phone to restart as if you'd pushed the Restart button.

Older LG phones may use the Volume Up button instead of the Volume Down button for these operations. Check your user manual to confirm which button is used.

How and When to Do a Hard Reset on an LG Phone

A hard reset is the “nuclear option” of resetting your phone. Returning your phone to factory settings will wipe its memory, delete all your apps, all your data (photos, music, videos, etc), log you out of any accounts and delete your password and other credentials, and otherwise render the phone, at the software level, what it was when you first took it out of the box.

This should only be done in situations where you need the phone more than its data, or you want to wipe the device completely and quickly.

To perform a hard reset:

1. Turn off your phone. If possible, remove and reinsert your battery.

2. Without turning on your phone, press and hold the Power and Volume Down buttons to initiate a soft reset. 

3. When you see the LG logo, release and then press and hold the Power and Volume Down buttons again.

4. Release the buttons when the Factory Reset menu appears. Use the volume keys to navigate to the Yes button and press the Power button to click the button.

5. You will be asked again if you want to perform a hard reset. Repeat the button presses above to confirm, and your phone will hard reset.

How and When to Do a Factory Reset Via Software on an LG Phone

A factory reset works similar to a hard reset but is done through software settings. This is generally done to remove personal information from it when you're selling or donating the phone. To perform a factory reset:

These instructions apply to Android 11 and higher.

1. Open the Settings app and go to System > Advanced > Reset Options.

2. Choose Erase all data (factory reset).

   

3. Press Erase all data and follow any further instructions to restore your phone to factory settings.

   

   

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How to Reset a PS4 Controller

 What to Know

• For a soft reset, use a working controller to go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth Devices.
• Highlight the controller you want to reset, press the Options button, then select Forget Device.
• For a hard reset, use a straightened paperclip to press the button inside the small hole on the back of the controller for five seconds.

This article explains how to reset a PS4 controller. Instructions apply to the official DualShock 4 controller.

How to Reset Your PS4 Controller

A "soft reset" generally refers to turning a computer or device off and then on again, which flushes out memory and can correct many issues.

In doing a PS4 controller soft reset, we'll also reset the connection between the controller and the console. However, you can only do this if you have a second PS4 controller. If you don't have an extra controller, skip ahead to the directions on performing a hard reset.

Follow these steps to soft reset your PS4 controller:

1. Log in with your second (working) controller and navigate to the Settings in the PS4's top menu. This is the option that looks like a suitcase.

   

2. Choose Devices from the drop-down menu.

   

3. Select Bluetooth Devices. 

   

4. You should see your PS4 controller listed. Because you are using the working controller to navigate the menu, select the inactive one.

   The PS4 controller with a green dot is the active controller and the PS4 controller without the green dot is the inactive one. 

   

5. Press the Options button on your controller, found to the right of the touchpad. This will bring up a new menu.

   

6. Select Forget Device.

   

7. Now that we've forgotten the malfunctioning DualShock 4 controller, we want to power down the PS4. You can do this by holding down the PS4 button on your controller, navigating to Power in the menu and choosing Turn off PS4.

8. Connect your misbehaving DualShock 4 controller to the PS4 using a USB cable.

9. Turn on the PS4 and wait for it to boot up.

10. Press the PlayStation button on the controller and login to the PS4. The PlayStation 4 controller should now be paired and you can test to see if it's still misbehaving.

How to Hard Reset a PS4 ControllerA hard reset is when a device is reverted back to its factory default settings, which is basically how it came out of the box. If a soft reset fails and you're still having troubles, this process can frequently resolve any problems.

Thankfully, this is easy to do with the DualShock 4 controller, but you'll need a paper clip or something similar to reset your PS4 controller.

Follow these steps to perform a hard reset on your controller:

1. Power down the PS4.

2. Turn over the DualShock 4 controller and locate the small hole near the left shoulder button. 

   

3. Unfold one end of the paper clip and insert it to push the button buried inside the hole.

4. Hold down this button for about 5 seconds.

5. Connect the controller to the PS4 using a USB cable.

6. Turn on the PS4 and wait for it to boot up.

7. Press the PlayStation button on the controller to log into the PS4. The light bar should turn blue indicating the DualShock 4 has paired with the console.

These instructions may not work for a modded PS4 controller. If you have trouble following the directions, consult the manufacturer of your controller.

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Still Having Problems With Your PS4 Controller?

If you are still having problems with your controller, try restarting your router or modem. Remember, you'll lose Internet access, so warn anyone in the house before doing this step.  

If you were unable to sync your PS4 controller, run through the steps for doing a hard reset with the router or modem turned off. If you did pair your device but it is still erratic, try using it with the router and modem off. If that works, you need to change the Wi-Fi channel on your router.

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FAQ

• How do you sync a PS4 controller?

  To sync a PS4 controller, start by plugging it into the console. Turn on the PS4 and press the controller’s PS button. You can then wirelessly add additional controllers using the console’s Bluetooth settings.

• How do you fix PS4 controller drift?

  To fix drift, ensure your controller is turned off. Try a soft reset, and a hard reset if that doesn’t work. You can also clean your controller or replace its analog sticks.

• Why won't my PS4 controller charge?

  If your controller won’t charge, it could be an issue with the charging port or cable, a problem with the PS4 that prevents it from providing power over USB, or an issue with the controller’s battery.

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