Where Are The Manual Buttons On A TCL Roku TV?

Last updated on April 2, 2026macOS & Apple7 min read

Where Are The Manual Buttons On A TCL Roku TV?

Quick Fix: Reach under the center of the TV bezel, find the recessed power bump, and press once to turn the TV on or off.

No need to dig behind your TV or squint at the back. The power button on most 2024–2026 TCL Roku TVs is still under the front bezel, centered beneath the TCL logo. One firm press wakes it up; press once more to switch it off.

What’s happening

TCL kept the physical controls hidden on the latest models so the TV looks sleek from the front. The power bump is actually a membrane switch—no moving parts, just a dimple you press. If you’ve got a 2023 or older model, the same bump is still there; nothing changed except the paint job.

Step-by-step solution

Stand in front of the TV so you’re looking at the screen.
Look at the bottom center of the bezel, directly under the TCL logo.
Slide your index finger along the underside until you feel a small rubber dimple about the size of a pencil eraser.
Press once to power the TV on; press again to power it off.

If this didn’t work

Model-specific rear switch: On the 6-Series 2025 refresh (65R655, 75R655), the power bump migrated to the rear right corner near the power inlet. Flip the TV gently to the side and feel for a tiny protrusion.
Reset the remote pair: If the TV itself turns on but the remote won’t, hold the pairing button on the back of the remote for 10 seconds and then re-pair in Settings → Remotes & devices → Add device.
Factory reset without a remote: Unplug the TV. Hold the recessed reset pinhole (back left side) for 20 seconds while plugging the power back in; the Recovery screen appears after 30 more seconds.

Prevention tips

Action	How often	Tip
Gentle cleaning	Monthly	Use a microfiber cloth lightly dampened with distilled water; never spray liquid directly on the bezel.
Firmware update	When prompted	Go to Settings → System → System update → Check now to keep the Roku OS current and avoid remote pairing bugs.
Remote storage	Whenever you move the TV	Store the remote in a drawer or clip it to the TV stand so it doesn’t “walk off” and leave you hunting for buttons.

Does TCL TV have manual buttons?

Yes, but they're hidden: The power button is still under the front bezel, usually centered below the TCL logo, though some 2025 6-Series models moved it to the rear right corner.

The rectangular “box” is still under the front TCL logo, but it’s just a solid block now — no buttons or controls. For some models, the power button isn’t on the bottom center under the TCL logo and light but instead on the rear right side of the TV.

How do I troubleshoot my TCL TV?

Start with the remote: Most issues stem from dead batteries, lost pairing, or firmware glitches—check those first.

Troubleshooting a TCL Roku TV Remote that’s Not Working

Where is the reset button on my TCL TV?

Look on the back panel: It’s a small pinhole near the connections—use a paperclip to press and hold for 20 seconds.

Locate the pinhole reset button on the back of your TV, near the antenna, HDMI, and audio connections. Using a paperclip (or similar), press and hold the reset button for at least 20 seconds. After a moment, your Roku TV will restart and display the Recovery Mode screen.

How do you reset a TCL Smart TV?

Try a soft reset first: Unplug the TV for 60 seconds, then plug it back in—that fixes most glitches.

How to restart your TCL Android TV

Does TCL TV have a reset button?

Yes, it’s recessed: Grab a paperclip, find the tiny RESET button on the connector panel, and hold it for about 12 seconds.

2nd way to do a factory reset TCL Smart TV Using a straightened paper clip or ball-point pen, press and hold the recessed RESET button on the TV connector panel. Continue to hold the RESET button for approximately 12 seconds. When the reset cycle completes, the status indicator comes on dim. Release the RESET button.

How do I reset my TCL 55 inch TV?

Factory reset steps: Settings → System → Advanced system settings → Factory reset.

How to Perform a Factory Reset on your TCL Roku TV

How can I turn my TV on without a remote?

Try a universal app: AnyMote works on both Android and iOS to control your TV.

Universal apps for Smart TV Another universal app that we can try to turn on the TV without a remote control is AnyMote, also available for free for Android and iOS.

How do I reset my TV to factory settings?

Start from the Home screen: Press HOME, then navigate to Settings → Support → Reset.

Turn on the TV. Press the HOME button on the remote control. Select Settings....The next steps will depend on your TV menu options:

How do I reset my TV without a remote?

Use the TV’s physical buttons: Unplug, then hold Power and Volume Down while replugging the power cord.

Unplug the TV’s AC power cord from the electrical socket. Simultaneously press and hold down the Power and volume Down (-) buttons on the TV (not on the remote), and then (while holding the buttons down) plug the AC power cord back in. Continue to hold the buttons down until Erasing screen appears.

How do you reboot a TV?

Power cycle first: Unplug for 30 seconds, then plug back in—that’s the simplest reboot.

How to restart (reset) an Android TVTM/Google TVTM?

How do I get the menu on my Samsung TV without a remote?

Use the built-in controller: Look under the front panel for a small joystick-like button.

When facing the TV, certain models have the TV Controller situated under the front panel on the middle or right-hand side. Single press the button to bring up the menu. Then, single press the button to move along the menu. Long press the center button to make your selection.

How do I get to the menu on my Samsung Smart TV?

Press HOME first: From there, use the directional pad to navigate to Settings.

Access the Settings menu Press the Home button. From the Home screen, use the directional pad on your TV remote to navigate to and select Settings. From here, select and adjust your desired options. Picture: Adjust the viewing mode, picture size, and Expert Settings like Backlight and Brightness.

How do I find the service menu on my Samsung TV?

Enter the secret code: Put the TV in standby, then press Info, Menu, Mute, Power in sequence.

Method 1 calling the service menu Put the TV into standby mode, turn off the TV with the remote control, then press the buttons on the remote control: “Info, Menu, Mute, Power”, then the TV turns on and displays the service menu.

How do I find the code for my Samsung TV?

Check the sticker: It’s usually on the back or side panel with model and serial numbers.

Finding information about your TV in settings

How do I reset the service menu on my Samsung TV?

Factory reset option exists: Look for Reset in the service menu to wipe all settings.

You can use the Samsung service menu, for such things as resetting the digital tuner, a total factory reset and enabling/disabling hotel mode....Method 1

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Alex Chen is a senior tech writer and former IT support specialist with over a decade of experience troubleshooting everything from blue screens to printer jams. He lives in Portland, OR, where he spends his free time building custom PCs and wondering why printer drivers still don't work in 2026.