factory reset
A 'factory reset' is often performed to restore an electronic device to its original condition, erasing personal data and settings.
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Definition
B2Electronic Devices
(technical)A process that returns an electronic device to its original state by erasing all user data and settings.
Example
- Performing a factory reset on your phone will delete all your personal files and apps.
B2Device Maintenance
(informal)An action to clear all personal content from a device, often done before selling or transferring it.
Example
- He did a factory reset on his tablet before giving it to his sister.
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