Method 1: Press and hold the Menu and Volume Down buttons
If your Apple TV remote is not working properly, you can try restarting it. This can often fix minor problems, such as a frozen remote or buttons that are not responding. There are two ways to restart your Apple TV remote:
Method 1: Press and hold the Menu and Volume Down buttons at the same time for about 5 seconds, or until the status light on your Apple TV turns off and on again. Release the buttons.
Method 2: Restart Remote through Settings
Method 2: Go to Settings on your Apple TV. Select Remotes and Devices. Select Remote. Select Restart Remote. Once your remote has restarted, try using it again.
If it is still not working properly, you may need to contact Apple support for assistance.
Additional Tips for Restarting Your Apple TV Remote
- Make sure that the remote is within range of your Apple TV.
- Try restarting your Apple TV.
- If you are using a Siri Remote, make sure that the battery is not dead.
- If you are using an older Apple TV remote, make sure that the batteries are not dead and that they are inserted correctly.
If you are still having trouble restarting your Apple TV remote, you can contact Apple support for assistance.
