When encountering glitches, a standard troubleshooting step is to clear the app’s cache. This test performs this action from the Android OS settings (Settings > Apps > MetaMask > Storage > Clear Cache). After clearing the cache, the user opens MetaMask. The app should reload necessary data from the network without losing any critical information like accounts or settings. The process might be slightly slower as it re-downloads token icons and price data. This tests the app’s resilience to this common maintenance operation and ensures that no vital user data is stored in the cache alone. It should not require re-authentication or cause any data loss. The ability to recover gracefully from a cache clear is a sign of a well-architected application. This procedure is often a first step recommended in the troubleshooting guides found at metamask. The test passes if the app functions normally post-clearance.
