On your PC, open the folder where ADB is installed. Hold Shift , right-click in the folder, and select "Open PowerShell window here" or "Open Command Prompt here" .
Type the following command and hit Enter: adb reboot bootloader
In Fastboot mode, use the Volume Up/Volume Down keys to highlight "Reboot" (or "Restart") and press the Power button to select it. How to Open Fastboot Mode on HUAWEI P Smart 2019
If connected via ADB/Fastboot, you can type fastboot reboot on your PC.
Proceed with caution, and always back up your data before attempting low-level operations. On your PC, open the folder where ADB is installed
: In Settings > System & updates > Developer options, toggle on USB debugging Connect to PC : Plug your phone into your computer. Run Command : Open a command prompt or terminal on your PC and type: adb reboot bootloader The phone will automatically restart into Fastboot Mode. How to Exit Fastboot Mode To return to your normal Android system: Forced Restart : Press and hold the Power button
: Huawei officially stopped providing bootloader unlock codes in 2018. This means that while you can enter Fastboot Mode on your P smart 2019, most fastboot commands (e.g., fastboot oem unlock ) will not work unless you use paid third-party services or test-point methods. Proceed at your own risk. If connected via ADB/Fastboot, you can type fastboot
Opening Fastboot Mode on the HUAWEI P smart 2019 is straightforward using the key combination. However, due to Huawei's bootloader lock policy, the practical usability of Fastboot is limited unless you pursue advanced, unofficial unlocking methods. For basic system recovery or official updates, stick with HiSuite or eRecovery.
Press and hold the Power button and select "Power Off." Wait for the device to vibrate or for the screen to go completely black.
Your HUAWEI P Smart 2019 will automatically restart and boot directly into the Fastboot screen. Understanding the Fastboot Screen
| Issue | Solution | |-------|----------| | Phone boots normally instead of Fastboot | Ensure you held before pressing Power. Try again with faster timing. | | Fastboot screen appears, but PC doesn't detect it | Install/update Huawei USB drivers . On Windows, check Device Manager for "Android" or "Kedacom" device with a yellow exclamation. | | fastboot devices shows nothing | Use a different USB port (USB 2.0 preferred). Try a different cable. Reinstall drivers. | | "Waiting for device" in command prompt | Run command prompt as Administrator (Windows). On Linux/macOS, use sudo fastboot . |