4 Easy Ways to Restart Samsung Smartphone
As phone users, it's common to run into issues like your phone freezing or slowing down. There are many reasons why this can happen—one of the most common is the phone’s RAM getting overloaded due to too many apps running.
Whatever the cause, sometimes all your phone needs is a quick restart to get back to normal. Restarting your phone is simple and can be done in a few different ways.
If you’re using a Samsung phone and unsure how to restart it, this guide will walk you through various methods to do it. Need a quick overview? Here’s a summary:
Using the Power Button
- Press and hold the power button
- Choose the "Restart" option
Using Quick Settings
- Swipe down from the top of the screen with two fingers
- Tap the power off icon
- Select the "Restart" option
Using the Assistant Menu
- Activate the Assistant Menu in your phone’s settings
- Open the Assistant Menu
- Choose the "Power Off Menu" option
- Select the "Restart" option
Using the Shutdown App
- Download and open the Shutdown app
- Choose the "Restart" option
After the summary, we’ll dive into the steps with detailed instructions and images. Make sure to read through to the end!
Using the Power Button

The first and most common way to restart an Android phone is by using the power button. If you're unsure how to do this, just follow these simple steps:
- Press and hold the power button until several options appear on your screen.
- Choose the "Restart" option to restart your Samsung phone.
- Wait for the restart process to finish.
After your phone restarts, you might not be able to use it right away. You'll need to unlock your phone using a pattern, PIN, or password, then wait a few moments for it to fully load.
Keep in mind, if your phone's buttons are still working fine, restarting it this way too often can cause wear and tear over time. To avoid this, you can try restarting your Samsung phone without using the power button, which we’ll cover next.
Using Quick Settings

This method is a good option if your phone’s power button isn’t working, or if you want to preserve the power button from getting worn out too quickly. Instead, you can use the Quick Settings menu. Here's how:
- Open Quick Settings by swiping down from the top of the screen twice or using two fingers.
- Look for the power off icon (as shown in the image above).
- Press the icon until several options appear on your screen.
- Choose the "Restart" option and wait for the process to complete.
Keep in mind, this method might not work on all Samsung models—only certain ones have this option in Quick Settings.
Using the Assistant Menu
For Android users, the Assistant Menu is a handy tool, providing quick access to shortcuts for various tasks, including restarting your phone.
This feature is available on Samsung phones, and here’s how to use it to restart your device:

First, make sure the Assistant Menu is activated in your phone’s settings (if it’s already on, you can skip this step). To activate it, go to Settings, then select Accessibility.
Under Accessibility, choose Interaction and Dexterity, then toggle the Assistant Menu on by sliding the switch to the right.

Once activated, a small grid-shaped icon will appear on the right side of your screen. You can move it to a more convenient spot if needed.
Tap the Assistant Menu icon, then scroll through until you find the Power Off Menu icon, usually on the second page.
Select it, and the same options that appear when pressing the power button will show up. From there, press "Restart" and wait for the process to finish.
Using Third-Party Applications

If the previous methods don’t work for you, you can try using third-party apps to restart your Samsung phone easily. One app we recommend is Shutdown (no root required).
The Shutdown app works just like your phone’s power button. Using it is simple—you just open the app and select the restart option, just as you would with the physical power button.
Keep in mind that Shutdown (no root) needs accessibility permissions on your phone. So, before using it, make sure to enable accessibility for this app in your phone’s settings. The best part? It’s completely free to use.
That wraps up our guide on how to restart your Samsung phone. We hope these methods help you out! Good luck, and feel free to leave a comment if you have any suggestions for restarting your phone.