HTC 10 Recovery Mode, Fastboot Mode and Download Mode

Are you wondering How to Boot HTC 10 into Recovery Mode, Bootloader Mode or Fastboot Mode, and Download Mode? Then, follow the instructions listed on this page to successfully boot HTC 10 into Recovery Mode, Bootloader Mode or Fastboot Mode, and Download Mode.

HTC 10 Recovery Mode allows a user to troubleshoot and fix problems with their device. In addition, recovery mode can access some core functions of the device, such as factory resetting the device, wiping cache, Installing updates, backup and restoring data, flash root packages and other zip mods, etc.

HTC 10 Fastboot Mode or Bootloader Mode is used to re-flash system partitions on the device. It is an alternative to the recovery mode but is more advanced. It helps to modify or write data directly to your device's flash memory.

HTC 10 Bootloader Mode or Fastboot Mode can be used to unlock the bootloader, flash a custom recovery (CWM, TWRP, Philz, etc.), flash stock ROM, flash custom image files, and more.

HTC 10 Download Mode allows users to flash ROM, Kernel, root packages (SuperSU), and perform system updates. It also helps restore the device to stock firmware from a custom firmware.

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Boot HTC 10 into Recovery Mode

Below are the methods using which you can boot HTC 10 into Recovery Mode.

Boot HTC 10 Recovery Mode using Hardware Buttons

1. Power off your phone.
2. Once the device is off. Press and hold the Volume Down and Power button together for a few seconds.
3. As soon as the new menu appears on the screen you should release keys.
4. Now, choose the Reboot to Bootloader Mode using the Volume button and select it using the Power button.
5. Now, choose Recovery Mode using the Volume Down button and select it using the Power button.
   
6. When the HTC Logo shows up and press  the Volume Up + Power button.
7. Now, your phone should boot into Recovery Mode.

Boot HTC 10 into Recovery using ADB command

1. First of all, install the HTC 10 USB Driver and ADB and Fastboot Drivers on your Windows computer.
2. Now, enable "USB Debugging" on your phone from Developer Options. If Developer Options is missing, go to Settings → About Phone and tap on Build Number about 7-10 times.
3. Connect your device to computer and open Command Prompt (CMD).
4. Now, enter the below command in CMD to boot HTC 10 into Recovery Mode.

   adb reboot recovery

Boot HTC 10 into Fastboot Mode / Bootloader Mode

Below are the methods using which you can boot HTC 10 into Bootloader Mode or Fastboot Mode.

Boot HTC 10 Bootloader Mode/Fastboot Mode using Hardware Buttons

1. Power off your Phone.
2. Now, press and hold the Volume Down and Power button together for a few seconds.
3. As soon as the new menu appears on the screen you should release keys.
4. Now, choose the Reboot to Bootloader Mode using the Volume button and select it using the Power button.
5. Now, choose Bootloader mode using the Volume Down button and select it using the Power button.
   
6. Now, your phone should boot into Fastboot Mode.

Boot HTC 10 Bootloader Mode/Fastboot Mode using ADB command

1. Assuming ADB and Fastboot Drivers and USB Drivers installed on your computer.
2. Enable "USB Debugging" on your phone from Developer Options. If Developer Options is missing, go to Settings → About Phone and tap on Build Number about 7-10 times.
3. Connect your device to the computer using a USB cable and open Command Prompt (CMD).
4. Enter the below command in the Command Prompt window.

   adb reboot bootloader

Boot HTC 10 Download Mode

1. Power off your Phone.
2. Press and hold Volume Down + Power buttons together for a few seconds.
3. Now, your phone should boot into Download Mode.
4. Now, choose Download Mode using the Volume buttons and select it using the Power button.