How to turn off the Xiaomi phone through the main menu: all the ways and nuances

Why a standard button shutdown doesn’t always work

Xiaomi smartphone owners often face a situation where the usual holding of the power button does not lead to a turn off menu, which may be due to the features of the MIUI firmware, hardware limitations or security features on some models, for example, on some models (such as the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or POCO F5), a prolonged press of the power button by default activates the voice assistant Google Assistant, rather than the power menu.

In addition, after the system updates, the behavior of the buttons can change – the manufacturer often reassigns their functions to optimize the interface. In such cases, turning off through the main settings menu becomes the only reliable way, this method works on all Xiaomi devices, regardless of the MIUI version or model, including the budget Redmi A2 and the flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

It is also important to consider that forced shutdown (such as pressing the Power + Volume buttons up) can lead to loss of unsaved data or even damage to the file system, so using the regular menu remains the safest option.

Method 1: Turn off via the "Additional" section in the settings

This is a universal method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones running MIUI 12-14, and the instructions are also relevant for HyperOS shell devices released after 2023.

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Scroll down and select the About Phone section.
3. Slip on the item Additional (on some models it may be called System settings).
4. Find the option to turn off or restart and confirm the action.

On some firmware, the path may be slightly different. For example, on a POCO X5 Pro with HyperOS, you need to go to Settings → System → Shut down and Reboot. If the partition is not available, try an alternative method (described below).

⚠️ Warning: If the phone is connected to charging, the system can block the shutdown before the cable is turned off, and this is done to protect the battery from deep discharge during firmware or upgrades.

Method 2: Use the notification panel (fast access)

Starting with MIUI 13, the notification panel has a quick power menu, which is convenient if the physical buttons on your phone are faulty or you prefer to control the device with one hand.

1. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Swipe down again to turn the full panel around.
3. Find the Meals icon (usually located in the upper right corner next to the flashlight and Flight Mode labels).
4. Slap it on and select Turn it off.

If there is no food icon, it can be added manually:

• 🔧 Click on the Edit icon (pencil) in the notification panel.
• 📱 Find in the list of unavailable nutrition shortcuts and drag it to the active area.
• 💾 Save the changes.

On Xiaomi 13T and later, this shortcut can be hidden by default – it will have to be activated through Settings → Notification Panel → Shortcuts.

Method 3: Turn off via Recovery Mode (for power users)

If the phone is stuck and does not respond to touch, and standard methods do not work, you can use Recovery mode. This method is suitable for all Xiaomi models, including the Redmi 10C and POCO M5, but requires caution – wrong actions in Recovery can lead to a reset.

To turn off the phone via Recovery:

1. Turn off the device forcibly (clip Power + Volume up for 10-15 seconds).
2. After vibration, release the buttons – the phone should go to Fastboot mode (black screen with a rabbit and the inscription Fastboot).
3. Press Volume Up + Power again to get into Recovery.
4. Use volume buttons for navigation and select Power Off (or Turn Off on Russian firmware).
5. Confirm the action of the power button.

⚠️ Warning: In Recovery mode, do not click on Wipe Data or Factory Reset, this will result in a complete cleanup of the phone's memory. If you accidentally select this item, immediately remove the battery (if possible) or wait for the process to complete.

Alternative methods: voice commands and ADB

For users who don't have a sensor or buttons, there are alternative ways to turn off, one of which is using Google's voice assistant.

• 🎤 Say, “OK Google, turn off your phone” (requires Google Assistant and internet access enabled).
• 🔊 Or, "OK, Google, open the power settings».

Another way is through ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires a computer and USB debugging enabled.

adb shell reboot -p

This command will turn off the device instantly to execute it.

1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB.
2. Turn on Developer Mode (7 times tap the MIUI version in Settings → About Phone).
3. Activate USB Debugging in Settings → Additional → For developers.
4. Open the command line on the PC and enter the command above.

The ADB method is useful if the phone is stuck on the Xiaomi logo or not responding to other methods, but it requires pre-tuning, so it is not suitable for emergencies.

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If the phone regularly freezes when you turn off, check the battery status at the service center. A worn-out battery can cause system failures, especially when the charge level is low.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you turn off your Xiaomi phone, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to solve them:

On Xiaomi models with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor (such as the Xiaomi 13 Pro), a forced shutdown can take up to 20 seconds due to optimized power management. If the phone does not respond longer than that time, a hardware malfunction is likely.

Another common mistake is ignoring warnings about low battery power, so if the charge level is below 3%, the system can block the shutdown to avoid a deep discharge, in which case, plug the phone into charging and wait for at least 5% of the charge.

Features of shutdown on different models Xiaomi

The manufacturer makes changes to the interface depending on the series of devices, here are the key differences for popular lines:

• 📱 Redmi Note 11/12: The off menu is available through Settings → System system → Some firmware requires password confirmation.
• 📱 POCO F4/F5: Quick shutdown through the notification panel is disabled by default – it must be activated manually.
• 📱 Xiaomi 12T/13T: Supports gesture Double tap on screen to call power menu (configured in Settings) → Lock screen).
• 📱 Black Shark 5: Gaming smartphones have a separate Shark Space button that can block the standard shutdown menu.

On HyperOS devices (such as Xiaomi 14 or Redmi K70), the path to the shutdown menu can look like this: Settings → About phone → Turn off and restart. Also, this firmware has added the option to Reboot in Safe Mode, which is useful for diagnosing problems.

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On smartphones Xiaomi with AMOLED-screens (such as Xiaomi 13 Ultra) are recommended to turn off the device at least once a week to reset the display cache and avoid pixel burnout.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions