Samsung Galaxy S20FE stuck on Samsung loading screens

Troubleshooting and Resolving Samsung Galaxy S20 FE Stuck on Boot Screen

Introduction

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (Fan Edition) is a popular device known for its balance of performance and affordability. However, like all smartphones, it can experience technical issues that disrupt normal operation. One such problem is the device becoming stuck on the Samsung logo during startup, often referred to as being “stuck on the boot screen.” This article provides a comprehensive guide to diagnosing, troubleshooting, and potentially resolving this issue, with a focus on safeguarding your data.

Understanding the Issue

Users may encounter situations where their Galaxy S20 FE, after experiencing crashes or overheating, refuses to fully boot. Instead, the device might repeatedly restart, get stuck on the Samsung logo, or enter a boot loop. In some cases, the device may turn on briefly and then restart, especially if it overheats, but ultimately fails to complete the boot process.

Common causes include:

• Software glitches after a crash or improper shutdown
• Overheating leading to automatic shutdowns
• Corrupted system files or failed updates
• Hardware issues, such as faulty memory or storage components

Precautionary Steps Before Proceeding

If you have important photos, videos, or data on your device that you have not yet backed up, it’s crucial to attempt data recovery before performing any factory resets or firmware reinstalls. However, be aware that some troubleshooting steps might risk data loss; proceed carefully.

Step-by-Step Troubleshooting Guide

1. Force Power Off and Cool Down

If your phone is stuck in a restart loop, try to fully power it down:

• Press and hold the Power and Volume Down buttons simultaneously for about 10-15 seconds until the device powers off.
• Once off, allow the device to cool down completely before attempting to turn it on again.

• This step helps prevent overheating and may break the restart loop.

• Attempt to Boot into Safe Mode

Safe Mode starts the phone with only essential apps, which can help determine if third-party apps cause the issue:

• With the phone off, press and hold the Power button.
• When the Samsung logo appears, release the Power button.
• Immediately after releasing, press and hold the Volume Down button.
• Keep holding until the device finishes booting.
• If successful, you’ll see “Safe Mode” at the bottom of the screen.

If the device boots into Safe Mode, uninstall recently installed apps that might be causing the problem.

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