In this article, we have covered the steps to restart or reboot the Roku Streaming Stick or Roku TV in detail.
How to Restart or Reboot Roku
If a particular app on your Roku device keeps closing or becomes unresponsive after a while, don’t worry. This is an indication that the app’s cache file has been corrupted. To fix this, you can simply restart your Roku device. It will delete the cache on Roku, fix temporary performance issues, and help apps launch at a faster rate than before.
- Select Settings
After turning on the Roku TV, navigate to Settings on the home screen and select it. You can use the navigational buttons on the D-pad of the remote to scroll down.
- Pick the option System
On the next screen, navigate to the right-side menu and select the System option.
- Choose Power
Under the System section, navigate to the Power option on the right-side menu.
- Click System Restart
You will see two options under the Power settings. Navigate to the System restart option and select it.
- Tap Restart
Finally, select the Restart option to confirm and start the reboot process. Now, you will see the message “Restarting…” on the screen. After your Roku turns on, you can feel that the device’s performance has been drastically improved.
How to Restart Roku Device When Frozen
Grab the Roku remote and press the following buttons in the sequential order below.
- Home button – 5 times
- Up arrow button – 1 time
- Rewind button – 2 times
- Fast Forward button – 2 times
Now, your Roku device will automatically turn off and turn on again.
FAQ
Yes. To do this, manually unplug the Roku TV’s power cord and plug it back in again after a few minutes to reboot.
No. Restarting Roku doesn’t delete any data or settings. It will only remove the app’s cache and glitches associated with the firmware.
Yes. You can reboot Roku using the Roku app. To do this, install this app on your phone from the Play Store or App Store. Once installed, connect your Roku to the same WiFi as your phone. Run the app, click Devices, and choose Roku. Tap Remote to get a virtual remote interface. Next, go to settings and perform a system restart.
