How to Turn Off R36S: Safe Shutdown Methods

Properly shutting down your R36S is important to prevent data corruption and save your game progress.

Method 1: Safe Shutdown (Recommended)

The safest way to turn off your R36S:

1. Press the Power button briefly (don't hold it)

2. A menu will appear with options

3. Select "Shutdown" or "Power Off"

4. Wait for the console to fully power down

This method ensures all data is saved and the SD card isn't corrupted.

Method 2: Sleep Mode

For quick pauses:

1. Briefly press the Power button

2. Select "Sleep" or "Suspend"

3. The console enters low-power mode

4. Press Power again to wake up

Sleep mode preserves your game state and uses minimal battery.

Method 3: Force Shutdown

Only use this if the console is frozen:

1. Hold the Power button for 5-10 seconds

2. The console will force power off

3. Wait a few seconds before turning it back on

⚠️ Warning: Force shutdown may lose unsaved progress!

Tips for Safe Usage

• Always save your game before shutting down
• Don't remove SD cards while the console is on
• Charge the battery before it completely dies
• Use safe shutdown whenever possible

What NOT to Do

❌ Don't just hold the power button every time

❌ Don't remove the battery to shut down

❌ Don't remove SD cards during gameplay

Following these shutdown practices will keep your R36S running smoothly for years!