How to Fix PS4 Freezing or Slow in Menus (Best Method)
8PS4 freezing or becoming slow in menus is a common issue that can be incredibly frustrating. It usually points to a software, storage, or even a hardware problem. Here's a comprehensive guide to troubleshoot and fix it, starting with the simplest solutions:
1. Basic Troubleshooting & Power Cycling
Completely Restart Your PS4: Don't just put it in Rest Mode.
Hold the power button on the front of the console for about 7-10 seconds until you hear two beeps and the console fully shuts down.
Unplug the power cord from the back of the PS4 and from the wall outlet.
Wait for at least 5 minutes to allow the console to completely discharge any residual power.
Plug everything back in and turn on your PS4. This clears the system's cache.
2. Optimize System Software & Storage
Check for System Software Updates:
Go to Settings System Software Update.
If an update is available, download and install it. Sony regularly releases updates that improve stability and performance.
Rebuild Database (Safe Mode Option 5): This is one of the most effective solutions for menu sluggishness and general performance issues. It defragments your PS4's hard drive and reorganizes its files, which can fix corrupted data without deleting your games or save files.
Turn off your PS4 completely (hold the power button until it beeps twice and shuts down).
Enter Safe Mode: Press and hold the power button on the console. You'll hear one beep immediately. Continue holding for about seven seconds until you hear a second beep. Release the button.
Connect your DualShock 4 controller to the PS4 using a USB data cable (not just a charging cable) and press the PS button.
From the Safe Mode menu, select Option 5: Rebuild Database.
Confirm the action and let the process complete. This can take a while depending on how much data you have.
Free Up Storage Space: A nearly full hard drive can significantly slow down your PS4.
Go to Settings System Storage Management.
Check how much free space you have. Aim for at least 15-20% of your total storage to be free.
Delete games, applications, or captured videos/screenshots you no longer need. You can always re-download digital games later.
Limit Content Items on Home Screen: Too many icons on your home screen can sometimes contribute to slowdowns.
Go to Settings System.
Check the box for "Limit Number of Content Items on Home Screen." You can experiment with different limits.
Turn Off Dynamic Backgrounds/Themes: While aesthetically pleasing, dynamic themes use system resources.
Go to Settings Themes.
Select a simpler, static theme or the default PS4 theme to see if it improves performance.
Close Other Applications: If you have multiple applications or games running in the background (even if suspended), they can consume resources.
Hold down the PS button on your controller.
Select Close Application for any idle apps or games.
Clear Notifications: While less common, a very large number of old notifications has been reported to cause some minor slowdowns. Go to your Notifications and clear them out.
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