How do i select options in android recovery mode without power button?

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I accidentally put my tablet in android recovery mode but i can't select anything because my power button is broken so is there any way for me to select the reboot system now option without the power button?
 
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I accidentally put my Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 tablet in android recovery mode but i can't select anything because my power button is broken so is there any way for me to select the reboot system now option without the power button?
 
Welcome to Android Central! You'll probably have to get that Power button repaired, because otherwise there's also no way to force a shutdown or power the tablet back up.
 
Duplicate threads merged.. I made you the owner of the original guest post to make it easier for you to find.
 
I accidentally put my Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 tablet in android recovery mode but i can't select anything because my power button is broken so is there any way for me to select the reboot system now option without the power button?

If the power button is just sticking or mushy, a little squirt of WD40 will fix it right up. If it's actually broken, and flopping around loosely, it'll probably need to be replaced, although the WD40 might still be worth a try... that stuff can do some surprising fixes ;)
 
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If the power button is just sticking or mushy, a little squirt of WD40 will fix it right up. If it's actually broken, and flopping around loosely, it'll probably need to be replaced, although the WD40 might still be worth a try... that stuff can do some surprising fixes ;)
WD40 is my everyday cologne
 
If the power button is just sticking or mushy, a little squirt of WD40 will fix it right up. If it's actually broken, and flopping around loosely, it'll probably need to be replaced, although the WD40 might still be worth a try... that stuff can do some surprising fixes ;)

I was trying to resusciate some old phones and take them on holidays as backup phones. My old J3's power button does not respond and I was at a loss as to how to update it to Android 9.

Your solution worked brilliantly on the very first go!

Thank you. May you live long and prosper!
 
I was trying to resusciate some old phones and take them on holidays as backup phones. My old J3's power button does not respond and I was at a loss as to how to update it to Android 9.

Your solution worked brilliantly on the very first go!

Thank you. May you live long and prosper!
You're very welcome... I'm glad it worked for you 👍 WD-40 has got me out of some very sticky situations as well 😉