One of the reasons why your Roku device loads apps faster are because of stored cache data. When you visit and launch an app, the information that you use is stored in your cache memory. The next time you open the app again, it will load and retrieve stored data, which makes the process faster.
However, there are instances when your memory is full of stored cache data. If this happens, you end up not having enough storage space to install new apps or update existing applications. In some cases, the cache on your Roku may become corrupted, which will end up in errors and issues on your streaming player or smart TV.
If there are issues you encounter on your Roku device, one of the things you can do first is to clear and remove these cached data and cookies on your app or channel. You can check out the steps below on how you can do it.
Clearing App Cache Data on your Roku Devices
Clearing the cache data will help you fix common issues, free up storage space, and resolve playback errors on your Roku streaming player. But keep in mind that deleting your cache will wipe out and remove all temporary files that may be causing errors on your Roku device.
Unfortunately, Roku does not work the same way with other devices. There is no clear cache option in the Settings menu on Roku that you can use. What you can do to restart your streaming media player to delete the stored cache data or uninstall and reinstall the app.
You can restart your Roku device using your remote control.
- Go to the Home screen on Roku.
- On your remote, press the Home button five times.
- Press the Up button once.
- Press the Rewind button twice.
- Press the Fast Forward button twice.
- Your Roku device will restart.
Another way is to go to the Settings menu and select System. Now, choose System restart and select Restart.
Wrapping Up!
If you have problems with an app, you can remove it as a channel first. Then, follow one of the restart procedures above. After rebooting your Roku device, you can install the app back.
What are your reasons for deleting the cache data on your Roku device? We would love to know more, so drop us your answers in the comment section below.
