Forgetting your PIN, pattern, or password can be frustrating, especially when it locks you out of your smartphone. If you own a BLU View 5 Pro and find yourself in this situation, don’t worry—you’re not alone, and there’s a solution. Performing a factory reset or hard reset is the most effective way to regain access to your device.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to reset your BLU View 5 Pro to its factory settings, whether you’re troubleshooting a forgotten password or dealing with other performance issues. With clear instructions, this process will help you restore your phone to its original state, giving you a fresh start.
Why You Might Need a Factory Reset
- You forget your device’s security credentials (PIN, pattern, or password).
- You want to sell or give away your phone and need to wipe all personal data.
- Your device is experiencing software issues that cannot be resolved through standard troubleshooting.
How To Factory Reset Hard Reset BLU View 5 Pro – Forgot PIN, Pattern, Password
Step 1: Power Off the Device
- Press and hold the Power button until the power menu appears.
- Tap on Power Off to turn off your device completely.
Step 2: Enter Recovery Mode
- Once the device is powered off, press and hold the Volume Down and Power buttons simultaneously.
- Release the Power button when you see the BLU logo, but continue holding the Volume Down button until you see the recovery menu.
Step 3: Navigate the Recovery Menu
- You will see a screen that may say “No command.” To access the recovery options, press and hold the Power button and quickly press Volume Up once.
- Use the Volume Down button to navigate through the menu options.
Step 4: Select Wipe Data/Factory Reset
- Navigate to Wipe data/factory reset using the Volume buttons.
- Press the Power button to select this option.
Step 5: Confirm Factory Reset
- Use the Volume buttons to highlight Factory data reset, then press the Power button to confirm.
- The device will start wiping all data, which may take a few moments.
Step 6: Reboot System
- Once the reset is complete, you will be taken back to the recovery menu.
- Select the Reboot system now using the Power button.
After the Factory Reset
- You will need to go through the initial setup process again.
- If your device was linked to a Google account, you may be prompted to enter your account credentials due to Factory Reset Protection (FRP). This is a security feature designed to prevent unauthorized access.