How do I clear cache storage on Samsung?

Having trouble with unresponsive apps? It may be time to give them a good spring cleaning. Don't worry, you don't have to uninstall the app or reset your phone. Instead, clear the app's cache or data. When you do this, any problematic files or bugs in the app will be deleted. You can also use your phone's Device Care features to limit background apps and help your battery last longer.

Note: Steps may vary depending on the software version and the app selected.

Clearing the app cache is kind of like a cleanse for your apps. It will get rid of residual files that could be slowing down the app.

Open Settings, and then swipe to and tap Apps. Select or search for the app you want to clear. Tap Storage, and then tap Clear cache.

Note: The only way to clear the cache on every app at the same time would be to perform a factory reset on your phone.

Important: Clearing the data will reset the app to factory default settings. Any personal settings saved on the app will be removed.

Need a total do-over? Try emptying out all that app's data. But please be aware this will completely reset the app. Make sure you have any accounts or usernames written down so you can log back in after the app resets.

Open Settings, and then swipe to and tap Apps. Select or search for the app you want to clear. Tap Storage, tap Clear data, and then tap OK. This will completely wipe the app and reset it to the original settings.

If you need some extra help with your phone’s storage, memory, and app usage, you can use Device care. These features will keep your device from slowing down while improving its overall performance. Device care will scan your apps for crashes, close down background apps, and look for malware with the tap of a button!

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Last Update date : Nov 17. 2021

While using your phone, apps will continuously store temporary data. If too much unnecessary data is saved, the storage space of the device may become insufficient. When your phone is running out of storage or running slowly, cleaning out the app cache and data can help. Follow the guide below to clean out the app's cache and data.

Before you try the recommendations below, be sure to check if your device's software and related apps are updated to the latest version. To update your mobile device's software, follow these steps:

Step 1. Go to Settings > Software update.

Step 2. Tap on Download and install.

Step 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Use the Device care to clear out the app's cache at once.

Device care allows you to delete unnecessary data in the cache from your phone at once. These features will keep your phone from slowing down while improving its overall performance. Follow the steps below to clean cache data using device care.

Step 1. Launch the Settings app, and then select Battery and device care.

Step 2. Tap Optimize now. Device care automatically optimizes your phone and clears the app's cache.

The Device care's optimization feature improves device performance through the following actions.

• Closes apps running in the background.
• Manages abnormal battery usage.
• Scans for crashed apps and malware.

If you want to set the device to perform auto optimization when your device is not in use, tap More options > Automation > Auto optimize daily and tap the switch to activate it.

How to clear an app's cache Click to Expand

If a specific app you are using is slowing down, try clearing that app's cache first. You can delete all problematic files or bugs from the app. Follow the steps below to clear the cache of a single app.

Step 1. Launch the Settings app, and then select Apps.

Step 2. Select or search for the app you want to clear.

Step 3. Tap Storage. Here, you can see the Gmail app, for example.

How to clear an app's data Click to Expand

When clearing data, all of the selected application’s data will be deleted permanently. This includes all files, settings, accounts, databases, etc. Follow the steps below to delete data for a single app.

Step 1. Launch the Settings app, and then select Apps.

Step 2. Select or search for the app you want to clear.

Step 3. Tap Storage. Here, you can see the Gmail app, for example.

Tap Clear data.

Step 4. Tap the OK button. This will completely wipe the app's files, settings, accounts, and databases.

Note: Device screenshots and menu may vary depending on the device model and software version.

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