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- You can clear the cache on Sony TV to clear up bugs & glitches and speed it up.
- It is possible to delete the cache of a single app or the whole Sony TV from Settings.
Are some specific applications or options on your Sony TV malfunctioning? It’s because of overloaded cache data. Follow this guide and boost the Sony Smart TV’s performance by deleting the app and device cache.
How to Clear App Cache on Sony TV
1. Navigate to the Settings menu of your Sony Smart TV and enter the Apps section.
2. Select See All Apps and view all the installed apps. Choose the particular app and click on the Clear Cache option.
Note: Parallely, you can also click on the Clear Data option under the specific app to empty its data.
3. Hit OK as a confirmation and clear the cache data associated with that single app.
How to Clear Device Cache on Sony TV
1. Using the unit button, turn on your Sony TV with Android/Google OS.
FYI: This method is also suitable to delete cache data on Sony Bravia TVs with Google & Android OS.
2. From the home screen, go to the Settings menu and click on Storage/System.
3. Select the Internal Shared Storage option and click on the Clear Cache option.
4. Hit OK & within a few seconds, the cache files will be cleared on your Sony Smart TV.
Alternate Approaches to Clear Cache on Sony TV
1. Restart TV: Restarting your Sony TV will eliminate all the temporary bugs and glitches, along with the accumulated cache.
2. Update app & firmware: Updating the Sony TV firmware or a specific app is the next best way to avail of new features and be cache-free.
3. Uninstall/Reinstall app: At last, you can delete the malfunctioning app and download it again to help it run smoothly without any issues.
Right after going through this guide, you would have been clear about the cache-clearing method of Sony TV. Try this at regular intervals or whenever your Sony TV slows down to keep it TV error-free. It will also manage the storage space.
FAQ
1. Is it possible to clear the cache memory on Sony TV without a remote?
Yes, you can do it with the help of the Sony TV remote app. Pair the Google TV app ( App Store/Play Store) with your TV & use the app’s navigation buttons to reach the respective options, and clear the cache files (just like the physical remote). To pair the app, connect your Sony TV to WiFi and connect your smartphone to the same network.