If you’ve ever had trouble resetting a Roku remote, you’re not alone. But don’t worry, there are a few easy steps to follow that should help fix your issue.
- Open the Roku app and sign in to your account.
- On the main screen, click on the three lines in the top left corner of the screen and select “reset.”
- After clicking on “reset,” your Roku will ask for your password. Type it in and hit “reset.”
Roku remotes fall into two categories—those with removable batteries and those with integrated rechargeable batteries. We’ll cover how to reset both of these types.
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First, unplug the power cable from your Roku TV, set-top box, or stick and wait 10 seconds before plugging it back in.
After the Roku has booted up and is on the home screen, restart the remote. You can do this by pulling out and reinserting the batteries. For rechargeable remotes, hold the small pairing button for 20 seconds and release it when the status light rapidly flashes green.
Next, hold the pairing button for 5 seconds until the status light flashes green. Wait for the Roku to establish a connection with the remote.
Now you can follow the steps on the TV to pair the remote!
It’s as simple as that! Roku devices typically do a good job of keeping their connections with their remotes, but resetting and re-pairing can sometimes be necessary—just like restarting a Roku can sometimes solve little problems.
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