Many Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro users are faced with a situation where security becomes too intrusive. Constant requests to unlock, random touches in your pocket or just wanting to get into the interface faster can lead to the idea of turning off protection. However, in the modern shell of MIUI, this process is not always obvious and requires careful approach to settings.
Device owners often confuse deleting your password completely with turning off the pocket mode function or setting the display frequency. It is important to understand that the lock screen is the first frontier of protecting your personal data, photos and banking applications. Before moving to decisive action, it is worth weighing the risks of losing confidential information in the event of loss of a gadget.
In this article, we will discuss in detail all possible scenarios: from standard removal. PIN-We'll look at the standard methods through the settings menu and touch on the nuances of the work of biometrics on the MediaTek Helio processor. G90T, model.
Basic lock type settings in MIUI
The standard disablement path starts with the main operating system settings menu. MIUI may differ depending on the firmware version (Global or China), but the logic remains the same. You need to find the password and security section where key access settings are stored.
And when you go to the right partition, the system will show you the current method of protection, which can be a pattern lock, a digital key. PIN-You will need to enter a valid confirmation code to make changes, otherwise access to the change will be closed for security reasons.
- 🔒 Open Settings and find Passwords and Security».
- 📱 Select the option “Device Protection” or “Screen Lock».
- 🗑️ Click on “Change the lock password” and select “No” or “Disable” option».
- ✅ Confirm the action by entering the current password or fingerprint.
It is worth noting that after removing the main password, the system will automatically disable the biometric data associated with it. Face ID and fingerprint scanner will cease to work for unlocking, as they serve only as a convenient substitute for entering the main secret code.
Delete biometric data and face ID
The Redmi Note 8 Pro features a side-by-side fingerprint scanner combined with a power button, as well as facial unlock algorithms that speed access significantly, but can sometimes crash or interfere if you want a fully “clean” login without unnecessary checks.
To delete stored biometric profiles, you need to go back to the Passwords and Security menu, and it's important not just to turn off sliders, but to delete the recorded data so that the system stops trying to scan your face or finger every time you turn on the display.
The process of deleting data is irreversible without re-registration. If you decide to return protection in the future, you will have to re-create the fingerprint standards. This takes time, but ensures that old, possibly incorrectly recorded data will not cause false positives.
⚠️ Note: After deleting the biometrics, unlocking the device will only be possible through the on-screen password entry menu, unless you have selected the option of complete no protection.
Also worth checking is the privacy settings. In some versions of MIUI, there is a “Notifications on the Lock Screen” feature that can create an illusion of the blocker’s operation by showing previews of messages even when the password is missing.
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Use the App Lock fingerprint scanner, even if you have removed the password from the home screen, which will keep the basic security level for banking programs.
Solving the problem of constantly turning on the screen
Often users are looking for a way to “remove the lock screen,” not referring to the password, but rather when the display lights up on its own. On the Redmi Note 8 Pro, this is often the responsibility of the Pocket Mode feature or proximity sensor, which may be contaminated or incorrectly calibrated.
To prevent accidental switching on, check the lock settings in your pocket, a feature designed to protect against tapping when the phone is in your bag, but sometimes it works the other way around, waking the screen from the slightest movement of fabric.
And you also have to pay attention to the "Raise to Power" feature, which activates the screen when you pick up your phone, which is convenient for many people, but if your goal is to maximize battery savings and not to overactivate the matrix, it's best to deactivate this option.
- 🚫 Go to "Settings» → «Screen locking».
- 📵 Find the “Mode in your pocket” item and turn it off.
- 🙌 Turn off the “Rise to Enable” option in the same menu.
- ⏱️ Set a minimum time before going to sleep (e.g. 15 seconds).
If the screen continues to light up without your participation, the problem may lie in a poor-quality protective glass that covers the light sensor, in which case the software settings will not help, you will need to replace the accessory.
☑️ Diagnosis of spontaneous inclusion
Comparison of protection methods and their impact on speed
The choice of security method directly affects the speed of access to the device and the level of data security. The table below compares the main methods available on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro so that you can choose the optimal balance between convenience and protection.
| Protection method | Unlock speed | Level of security | Impact on the battery |
|---|---|---|---|
| No password | Instantly. | Zero. | Minimum |
| Imprint scanner. | High (< 0.5 sec) | High-pitched | Low. |
| Face ID (2D) | Medium (1-2 sec) | Medium. | Average. |
| pattern lock | Low (depending on the user) | Medium. | Low. |
| A complex password | Low. | Maximum | Low. |
As you can see from the table, a complete password rejection gives maximum speed, but leaves the device vulnerable. The fingerprint scanner in the Redmi Note 8 Pro works quickly enough and consumes almost no charge, being the “golden mean”.
Face ID is software-based on the front camera, so it's less secure than the infrared sensors on the flagships, but it's good enough for everyday use when unlocking apps.
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The best option for most users is a combination: PIN-code as the primary method and fingerprint scanner for quick access.
Resetting a forgotten password through Recovery Mode
If your goal to remove the lock screen is because you forgot your password, you can’t do it with standard settings, and in such cases, Xiaomi devices use a full reset via Recovery Mode.
This method is radical, as it results in the complete removal of all user data: photos, contacts, messages and installed applications, the phone will return to a factory state, as if you just bought it in a store.
To enter recovery mode, turn off the device. Then press the volume button and the power button at the same time. Hold them until the Mi logo appears, then release the power, continuing to keep the volume up until the Recovery menu appears.
Wipe Data → Wipe All Data → Confirm → RebootNavigation in this menu is done with volume buttons (up/down), and the choice is confirmed by the power button. Once you select the Wipe All Data item, the system will request confirmation, often requiring you to enter the word "yes" or select "Confirm".
⚠️ Note: If the device has been activated Mi Cloud and the function "Find the device", after resetting the phone will require the password from the Mi Account. Without this data, it will be impossible to unlock the device (protection against theft).
The cleaning process can take a few minutes. Once completed, the phone will automatically restart, and you will see the initial setup welcome screen where the lock screen will no longer be available.