two buttons simultaneously:

While this does not open Recovery Mode directly, Samsung’s Maintenance Mode protects your data when sending the phone for repair. If you cannot access Recovery via hardware, Samsung Smart Switch on PC can force a recovery environment (System Recovery) when the OS is corrupt.

Continue holding until a blue screen with a "Installing system update..." message appears, then quickly disappears. This will lead you into the Android Recovery Menu (text-based, blue/black screen).

| Option | What it does | | :--- | :--- | | | Exits Recovery Mode and boots normally. | | Reboot to bootloader | Takes you to Download Mode (for flashing firmware). | | Apply update from ADB | Allows you to sideload an official OTA update file via ADB. | | Apply update from SD card | Install a system update from an external microSD card. | | Wipe data/factory reset | Deletes all user data (apps, photos, accounts) and restores to factory settings. Use this for forgotten passwords or severe glitches. | | Wipe cache partition | Deletes temporary system files. This is completely safe and often fixes lag, app crashes, or battery drain without deleting personal data. | | Mount /system | Advanced option to access system partitions. | | View recovery logs | Shows logs of what Recovery Mode has tried to do. Useful for debugging. | | Run graphics test | Tests the GPU and display. | | Power off | Turns the phone off completely. |

to a , laptop, or sometimes a low-power source like a television.

Once inside Recovery Mode, your touchscreen will . You must use physical buttons:

There are several reasons why you might need to access Recovery Mode on your Samsung Galaxy A55:

You can also use a third-party app like "Quick Boot" or "Reboot" to access Recovery Mode. However, be cautious when using third-party apps, as they may pose a security risk.