Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 – How to Clear Chrome and App Cache

As you use your Redmi Note 4 and browse the internet, its cache memory fills up. If you don’t empty it regularly, it might cause your phone to slow down. Here’s how to deal with it.

Clear Chrome History

Google Chrome, like any other web browser, can store and remember a huge amount of data. Over time, saved passwords, auto-fill forms, cookies, and cached items (images, files, pages, etc.) can pile up and clog your Redmi Note 4’s pipes. To clear up Chrome’s browsing history and cache, follow these steps:

1. Unlock your Redmi Note 4.

2. Tap the Google Chrome icon to launch the app.

3. Tap the “Menu” icon (upper-right corner).

4. Tap the “History” tab.

5. Then, access the “Clear browsing data” tab.

6. Check the components you want to delete.

7. Tap the “Clear Data” button.

Clear App Cache with Security App

Once you’ve cleared Chrome browsing history, cached items, and cookies, you might want to take things a bit further and wipe the app cache, as well. There are two ways to do it – through the Security app and through the Settings app. Here’s how to wipe cache using the Security app:

1. Unlock your Redmi Note 4.

2. Tap the Security app icon.

3. Once the app opens, tap the “Battery” tab.

4. Next, tap the “Settings” icon in the upper-right corner.

5. Pick the “Clear cache when device is locked” option from the list.

6. Set the time interval.

Now, each time you lock your Redmi Note 4, it will clear the cache after the designated time period.

Clear App Cache with Settings

Another way to clear the cache on your Redmi Note 4 is through the Settings app. To do that, follow these steps:

1. Unlock your Redmi Note 4.

2. Tap the Settings icon.

3. Tap the “Storage” tab.

4. Once in the “Storage” section, tap the “Cached data” tab.

5. The phone will display a pop-up. Tap the “Clear Cached Data” button.

6. Tap the “OK” button to confirm.

Alternatively, you can delete cache for each application. Go to Settings, then Apps. There, pick the app you want to clear and tap its name. Then, select the “Clear Cache” option.

Restore to Factory Settings

If clearing up the browsing data and cache memory doesn’t solve the problem, a factory reset might be in order. To perform a factory reset, follow these steps:

1. Turn your Redmi Note 4 off.

2. Press and hold the Power and Volume Up buttons together. When you see the Xiaomi logo on the screen, release the Power button. Keep holding the Volume Up button.

3. When the language selection screen appears, use the volume buttons to highlight the language you want. Press the power button to select the language.

4. Next, pick the “Wipe and Reset” option.

5. After that, select the “Wipe All Data” option.

6. Confirm your choice by selecting “Yes”.

7. Once the process finishes, tap the “Back” button.

8. Select the “Reboot” option.

9. Wait for the phone to reboot.

Final Words

It is important to empty the cache and delete browsing data regularly to keep your phone in top condition. Use the methods explained in this article and your Redmi Note 4 is bound to stay in great shape for a long time.