What does it mean when your phone says downloading do not turn off target?

If the phone boots the safe mode without any problems, then the stuck downloading do not turn off target problem is most likely caused by the software-firmware conflict. You can release the Power button once the phone starts loading, and then press the Volume Down button and hold it until the phone restarts.

What does it mean when Samsung says downloading do not turn off target?

Download Mode is part of Samsung’s exclusive way of flashing (Odin), but it’s also used on some Nexus models. If you mix the Volume Up button with Volume Down, instead of entering Recovery Mode, you’ll be taken to the Download Mode which will display the “Downloading… Do not turn off target”.

What is Samsung Odin mode?

Odin is a utility software developed and used by Samsung internally which is used to communicate with Samsung devices in Odin mode (also called download mode). It can be used to flash a custom recovery firmware image (as opposed to the stock recovery firmware image) to a Samsung Android device.

Why is my android phone stuck in recovery mode?

If you find that your phone is stuck in Android recovery mode, the first thing to do is to check your phone’s volume buttons. It might be that your phone’s volume buttons are stuck and are not operating the way they should. It might also be that one of the volume buttons gets pressed when you turn on your phone.

How do I stop Odin mode from downloading?

To get out of Download mode or odin mode on Galaxy phone or tablet, you can try these tricks. To exit download mode, you can hold down Volume Down + Power button and the phone will power off. If not, hold down the two buttons longer, for about 20 seconds.

Why does Odin keep failing?

The most likely reason as to why Odin flash failed is because of the firmware (ROM) that you are attempting to flash onto your Samsung. This is because there are a few issues that could be wrong with the firmware.

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