How to Reset Xiaomi True Wireless Headphones to Factory Settings: Full Instruction 2026

Why do you need to reset Xiaomi headphones to factory settings?

Xiaomi True Wireless headphones are a popular solution for music lovers, but even they sometimes require a complete reboot. Resetting to factory settings helps solve problems with connection, sound artifacts or sensors incorrectly. Most often, users are faced with situations when one earphone stops syncing with another, there are constant breaks in communication with the phone or the sound begins to stutter.

The reset procedure removes all user settings, including device pairing history, individual equalizer settings (if supported), and firmware data. This does not affect battery physical health or hardware malfunctions, but solves software failures in 80% of cases. It is important to understand that after the reset, Xiaomi earphones will become “clean” – they will have to be reconnected to the smartphone, as after purchase.

In this article, we will discuss the official reset methods for all popular models (Redmi AirDots, Mi True Wireless Earbuds, Buds 3/4 Pro), as well as how to avoid typical errors. If your headphones do not respond to standard commands, here you will find alternative ways to recover.

Preparation for resetting: what to do in advance

Before you start resetting, follow a few mandatory steps that will help avoid additional problems and save your data.

• 📱 Turn off your headphones from all devices. Go to your Bluetooth settings on your smartphone, find Xiaomi headphones, and select Forget the Device (or Delete").
• 🔋 Charge the case and headphones to at least 30%.Discharged devices can interrupt the reset process.
• 📋 Write down your current settings if they have been changed through the Mi Home or Xiaomi Earbuds app. Once reset, you will have to reset them.
• 🌐 Check the firmware version (if possible).Outdated versions may require an update before resetting.

Pay special attention to the item with disconnection from devices. If the headphones remain coupled to at least one gadget, the reset may not be correct, and we recommend that you perform the procedure indoors with minimal electromagnetic interference - next to the router or microwave signal Bluetooth can be unstable.

Standard Resetting Method: Universal Instructions

Most Xiaomi True Wireless models support the same physical button reset algorithm, which works for Redmi AirDots (all generations), Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2, Buds 3 Lite and other budget options.

1. Place both headphones in the charging case and close the lid.
2. Wait 10 seconds, then open the lid.
3. Press and hold the touchpad on both headphones simultaneously for 15-20 seconds.
4. The indicators on the headphones will start flashing red and white – this is a signal of a successful reset.
5. Close the case cover, wait 30 seconds, then reconnect to the phone.

If the lights don't flash red, try repeating the procedure by holding the buttons longer. On some models (e.g. Buds 4 Pro) it may take 30 seconds of continuous holding. Also make sure the headphones sit tightly in the case - weak contact sometimes blocks the reset.

Reset via app: for advanced models

Premium headphones (Xiaomi Buds 3 Pro, Buds 4 Pro, FlipBuds Pro) support reset via a proprietary app, which is safer because it is controlled by the program, but requires pre-installing software:

1. Download the Xiaomi Earbuds app (for Android) or Mi Home (for iOS/Android).
2. Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
3. Open the app, select your headphone model.
4. Go to Settings → Reset to factory (or Reset)
5. Confirm the action and wait until the process is completed (usually takes up to 1 minute).

In some versions of the application, the reset option may be in the About Device → Submenu → Additional. If there is no reset button, update the application to the latest version - in older releases, the functionality may not be available. After a successful reset, the headphones will automatically turn off and you will have to reconnect them.

For models that support firmware through the application (for example, Buds 4 Pro), the reset can be accompanied by automatic software updates. Do not interrupt the process - this can lead to software failures. If the update is suspended, wait 10 minutes, then remove the headphones from the case and try again.

Alternative Resetting Methods for Problem Cases

If the standard methods didn't work, try one of the alternatives. They're suitable for headphones that don't respond to touch panels or are not defined by the app.

Method 1: Resetting through a charging case

Some models (Redmi AirDots 3 Pro, Buds 3T Pro) support reset via a button on the case:

1. Put the headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Press and hold the button on the back of the case for 10 seconds.
3. The indicator on the case should flash red 3 times - this is a confirmation of the reset.

Method 2: Forced reset via Bluetooth

For Android devices:

1. Activate the developer mode on your phone (7 times click on the "Build Number" in the settings).
2. Include Bluetooth debugging in the developer menu.
3. Connect the headphones, then through ADB, execute the command: adb shell am start -a android.bluetooth.device.action.RESET

⚠️ Attention: This method requires technical knowledge. ADB It can cause a phone malfunction. Use only if other methods have not helped.

For iPhones, there are no alternative methods of resetting through the system — you have to rely on physical buttons or contact a service center. If Xiaomi headphones do not respond to any of the ways, the problem may be hardware (for example, a malfunction of the Bluetooth controller).

Compatibility table: reset methods for different models

Important: Xiaomi Buds 4 Lite headphones do not support resetting through a button on the case - they are only available with a touch method or application. If your model is not listed in the table, use the universal instruction from the second section.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even when following instructions, users often make mistakes that prevent successful resets, and here are the most common ones and ways to solve them:

• 🔄 Incomplete button retention. Many people let go of touch panels too early. Hold them until the indicators start flashing red and white (not just white!).
• 📵 Some models require both earbuds to be in a closed case during reset, and if one earbud is lying separately, the procedure will not start.
• 🔋 If the indicator on the case is red, first charge the device to at least 30%.Reset on discharged headphones can lead to their "bricking".
• 📱 Automatic connection: If the phone automatically connects to the headphones during reset, turn off Bluetooth on the smartphone or remove the device from memory.

Another common problem is unsynchronized headphones after reset, if the left and right headphones don't work together:

1. Put both in the case, close the lid.
2. Take them out and hold the touch panels for 10 seconds, and the synchronization signal should sound.
3. If it doesn't work, repeat the reset again.

⚠️ Attention: After resetting headphones Xiaomi Buds 3/4 Pros may require re-tuning the gestures in the app. If the sound is quieter, check the equalizer settings - they are reset to factory values.

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If the headphones don't connect to your phone after reset, try connecting them to another device (tablet, laptop), which sometimes helps wake up the Bluetooth module.

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