How to set up Xiaomi Mi Band 4 after resetting: the full guide

Resetting Xiaomi Mi Band 4 is a necessary measure when you freeze, sync errors or before selling the device, but after this procedure, the bracelet becomes a “clean sheet”: all settings are reset to factory, and data on steps, sleep and training are erased. You can restore the gadget to work in 10-15 minutes, if you know the key nuances.

In this article, we will provide step-by-step instructions for setting up the Mi Band 4 after reset, including binding to the Mi Fitness app (formerly Mi Fit), resetting notifications, and screen personalization. We will also take a look at common errors (such as when the bracelet doesn’t connect to the phone) and give tips on how to optimize battery life. If you encounter a problem after updating your firmware or buying a used bracelet, here you will find solutions.

Preparation for setting up: what to do before resetting

Before you drop the Mi Band 4, save the important data. After the hard reset, all the statistics (steps, sleep, workouts) will be lost if not synchronized with the application.

• 📱 Update the Mi Fitness app to the latest version (Google Play or App Store) and older versions may not support newer bracelet firmware.
• ☁️ Sync data with the Xiaomi cloud: open the application, wait for the sync to complete (the cloud icon at the top of the screen should turn green).
• 📝 Take a picture of your current settings (alarm clocks, notifications, screen order) – this will speed up the resetting.
• 🔋 Charge the bracelet to at least 50%.Reset and initial setup consume a lot of power.

If you reset the bracelet because of constant freezes, try first to reboot it without completely resetting: plug it into charging and hold the touch button for 10 seconds. In 60% of cases, this solves the problem without losing data.

⚠️ Note: After resetting, the Mi Band 4 automatically unties from your Xiaomi account. If you sell the bracelet, be sure to remove it from the list of devices in the Mi Fitness app (Profile section» → «My devices. Otherwise, the new owner won't be able to tie the gadget.

How to Reset Your Settings on Xiaomi Mi Band 4

There are two ways to reset the bracelet: through the app and the hardware method. The first is preferable because it retains some of the settings (like the language), the second is forced, used if the bracelet does not respond to touch or connect to the phone.

Method 1: Reset via the Mi Fitness app

This method works if the bracelet is synchronized with the phone:

1. Open the Mi Fitness app and go to the Profile section» → «Mi Smart Band 4».
2. Slip on the three dots in the upper right corner and select "Untie the device."
3. Confirm action. The bracelet will automatically reset and reset.

Method 2: Hardware reset (if the bracelet does not respond)

If the screen of the bracelet does not respond or it does not connect to the phone:

1. Connect the Mi Band 4 to the charger.
2. Press and hold the touch button under the screen for 15-20 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. Release the button. The bracelet will reset and reset.

After the hardware reset, all settings will return to factory settings, including the interface language (English by default), and you will need to re-assign it to the application to change it.

Step-by-step setting up Mi Band 4 after resetting

After resetting, the bracelet is ready for a new binding. Follow this instruction to restore all functions:

Step 1: Installation of the Mi Fitness app

Download the latest version of the app:

• 🤖 For Android: Google Play.
• 🍎 For iOS: App Store.

After installation, sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account (if you haven’t already done so) and use the same account as before the reset, making it easier to recover data from the cloud.

Step 2: Linking the bracelet to the phone

The binding algorithm:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your phone.
2. Open Mi Fitness and tap "Add device» → Choose "Breasure» → «Mi Smart Band 4».
3. Hold the phone to the bracelet (distance not more than 10 cm) and wait for vibration.
4. Confirm the pairing in the pop-up window on the phone.

If the bracelet is not present, try:

• 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone (turn off/on).
• 📱 Remove the bracelet from the list of conjugate devices in the Bluetooth settings of the phone.
• 🔋 Charge the bracelet to 100% – at low charge it may not appear in the search.

Step 3: Set up the basic parameters

After binding, the application will offer to configure the bracelet. key points:

• ⏰ Time and date: synced automatically with the phone.
• 🌐 Language: Select "Russian" (if it is not on the list, update the firmware).
• 👤 User Profile: Indicate gender, age, weight and height to correctly count calories.
• 🔔 Notifications: Allow notifications to be accessed in your phone settings (required for Android!).

Important: On the iPhone after bracelet binding go to Settings → Bluetooth and manually allow notifications for Mi Fitness, otherwise the alerts for calls and messages will not work.

Step 4: Recovering Data from the Cloud

If you synced the data to the cloud before reset, you can return it:

1. In the Mi Fitness app, go to the Profile section» → «Mi Smart Band 4».
2. Tap "Recover Data" (will appear if there is a backup).
3. Select the last backup date.

Recover:

• 📊 Statistics of steps, sleep and training for the last 30 days.
• ⏱️ Alerts and reminders settings.
• 🎨 Order of screens and dials (if they were saved).

⚠️ Note: If you link the bracelet to a new Xiaomi account, the data from the old cloud will not be restored. → Data export (before dumping!).

Personalization of the bracelet: dials, notifications, alarm clocks

After the basic setup, you can customize the Mi Band 4 to your needs.

Installation of dials

In Mi Band 4, you can install third-party dials through the Mi Fitness app:

1. In the app, go to "Profile» → «Mi Smart Band 4» → «Dials».
2. Choose your favorite design from the collection (there are animated and thematic options).
3. Tap "Install" - the dial is synchronized with the bracelet.

To install custom dials (for example, from Amazfit or third-party sites):

• Download the dial file (.bin) to your phone.
• In Mi Fitness, select "Add dial» → «Import».
• Specify the path to the file and wait for synchronization.

Hidden function: If you press and hold the screen of the bracelet for 3 seconds, the change menu of the dial without the phone will open (works only for previously installed designs).

2. Set up notifications

To make the bracelet vibrate when calling and texting:

• 📱 On Android: Go to your phone settings → Annexes → Mi Fitness → Notifications. Enable permission to display notifications. In Mi Fitness, select which apps to display alerts from (e.g. WhatsApp, Viber, Gmail).
• 🍎 On iPhone: Go to Settings → Bluetooth, find it. MI Band 4 and turn on "Show notifications." In Mi Fitness, allow notifications for the right apps.

Limitations: On iOS, the bracelet only shows notifications about calls and SMS. For instant messengers (for example, Telegram) will require an Android smartphone.

3. Alarm clocks and reminders

To set the alarm clock:

1. In Mi Fitness go to "Profile» → «Mi Smart Band 4» → «Alarm clocks».
2. Slip "Add an alarm clock" and specify the time, days of the week and type of vibration.
3. Save the settings – the bracelet syncs them automatically.

For reminders of inactivity:

• Go to "Purpose and Reminders» → «A reminder of a sedentary lifestyle».
• Set the interval (e.g., every 60 minutes).
• The bracelet will vibrate if you don’t take at least 250 steps per hour.

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To prevent the bracelet from vibrating at night, in the notification settings (Mi Fitness) → «Notifications) turn on Do Not Disturb mode and specify sleep time (e.g. 23:00 to 7:00).

Updating firmware and solving problems

After reset, it is recommended to update the firmware Mi Band 4 to the latest version, which will fix bugs, add new features (for example, support for additional languages) and improve stability.

How to update firmware

1. Connect the bracelet to charging and make sure the charge is not below 50%.
2. Open Mi Fitness, go to Profile» → «Mi Smart Band 4».
3. If an update is available, a firmware update notification will appear.
4. Confirm the installation and wait for the completion (the bracelet will reboot).

Don’t turn off Bluetooth or unload the bracelet during the upgrade! interruption of the process can result in a blink (the bracelet will stop turning on).

Typical post-reset problems and their solutions

If something is not working properly after setting up, check:

• 🔄 Bracelet out of sync: Reboot phone and bracelet. Remove bracelet from the list of devices in Mi Fitness and re-attach. Update the application and firmware of the bracelet.
• ⚡ Battery goes down quickly: Turn off constant data sync (in bracelet settings). Reduce screen brightness. Turn off notifications from unnecessary apps.
• 📵 No notifications: Check the permissions for Mi Fitness in your phone settings. On Android, enable autorun for Mi Fitness (in battery settings). Reconnect the bracelet to your phone.
• 🌐 No Russian: Update the bracelet firmware. If the tongue doesn't appear, reset the bracelet and re-attach it.

⚠️ Warning: If the bracelet stops turning on after the firmware update (black screen, no vibration), plug it into charging for 30 minutes. 90% of the time, this solves the problem. If not, contact the service center (possible firmware error).

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Always update the Mi Band 4 firmware after reset, which eliminates most bugs and adds support for new features (such as control gestures).

Optimization of battery operation

After reset, many users experience accelerated bracelet discharge, which is due to background data synchronization and active Bluetooth.

• 🔋 Turn off constant sync: In Mi Fitness, go to bracelet settings → «Synchronization of data» → Select "Manual." Sync data 1-2 times a day manually (enough to accurately record activity).
• 🌙 Use dark dials: AMOLED-Mi Band 4 uses less energy on dark themes. Select the black-backed dial in the Dials section».
• 🔔 Limit notifications: Leave only critical alerts (calls, SMS, 1-2 messengers. Turn off vibration for unnecessary applications.
• ⏳ Reduce backlight time: In bracelet settings, select 5 seconds instead of 10 or 15.

With these settings, the Mi Band 4 will last up to 14-16 days on a single charge (versus 5-7 days with default parameters).

Proven life hack: If the bracelet discharges in 2-3 days for no apparent reason, reset it again and do not restore data from the cloud. In some cases, backups contain errors that affect power consumption.

FAQ: Frequent questions after the Mi Band reset 4