Owning wearable electronics from Xiaomi and its sub-brands is a convenience that sometimes requires a technical reboot. Users often face situations where the device starts to work incorrectly, freezes or refuses to sync with the smartphone. At such moments, the only right solution is to completely reset the settings to factory settings, which allows you to eliminate software errors.
The recovery process can vary depending on your device’s specific model, whether it’s a fitness bracelet from the Mi Band series or a full-fledged Xiaomi Watch. It’s important to understand the differences between a simple reboot and deep memory formatting, as the second option involves completely deleting all accumulated health and activity data.
In this article, we will discuss in detail the algorithms of actions for various devices of the Mi Home ecosystem. You will learn how to safely clean through the application, how to use hardware buttons in emergency cases and what to do if the gadget has stopped responding to commands. Follow the instructions carefully to return the device to factory speed.
Preparation of smart watches for the procedure of resetting
Before you start taking drastic measures, you need to do a number of preparatory steps. Data synchronization is a critical step, because once reset, all the local information on the watch will be irretrievably lost. Make sure that your mobile device has a stable Internet connection to upload the latest data to the cloud service.
It's also worth checking the battery level. Although the reset process itself takes a little time, interrupting the operation due to a discharge can lead to a software failure, after which the device will have to be refashioned through the computer. 50-60%.
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Before reset, open the Zepp or Mi Fitness app and manually update the data by pulling the list of devices down for forced synchronization.
Remember to untie your device in your smartphone’s Bluetooth settings, which will prevent automatic reconnection during the reset process and eliminate possible pairing conflicts when reconfigured. Sometimes it is a “stuck” connection in Android or iOS that prevents the cleanup process from being completed correctly.
Resetting settings through the mobile application
The safest and most recommended way to return the gadget to its original state is to use official software. Different models use different platforms: old bracelets are controlled through Mi Fit, new ones are controlled through Mi Fitness, and Amazfit watches and devices require the installation of the Zepp app.
The process is this: once you log in, you need to select the device you want from the list of connected devices. You need to find the item in the management menu that is responsible for system operations. The interface may be slightly different, but the logic of actions is the same for the entire ecosystem.
- 📱 Open the application and go to the device profile.
- ⚙️ Find the "Settings" or "System" section in the lower menu.
- 🗑️ Select the option "Sever communication" or "Reset settings".
- ✅ Confirm the action in the dialog window that appears.
☑️ Algorithm of reset via application
Once confirmed, the system will send a command to the clock, and you'll see a progress bar or a cleaning animation, and then the device will reboot and greet you with the initial setting screen, as if it had just been taken out of the box. This is a standard procedure that takes no more than 1-2 minutes.
Hard Reset on models with screen
If the software method is not available due to the freeze of the interface or loss of communication with the smartphone, you have to resort to hardware reset. This method is relevant for models with a touch screen and a physical button, such as the Xiaomi Watch S1, Lite or Color.
In most cases, you need to press the power button for a long time (about 15-20 seconds), however, some firmware implements a recovery menu, which can be accessed by a combination of buttons or long pressing when switched off. Be careful: in this menu, navigation can only be performed by vibration signals or by rotating a vel (wheel).
⚠️ Warning: When performing Hard Reset through the recovery menu, do not interrupt the process until the brand logo appears".
For rotary-wheeled models, such as the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active series, the reset menu is navigated by rotating the item. You need to find "Wipe Data" or "Factory Reset." The choice is confirmed by clicking the same wheel or side button.
What if the screen does not respond to touch?
Not all models support full reset without pairing, some budget versions require at least one successful authorization to unlock the engineering menu. If the standard combinations do not work, you just have to wait for battery discharge.
Features of resetting fitness bracelets Mi Band
The situation with Mi Band activity trackers (from 3 to 8 generations) is different: these devices, as a rule, do not have a full menu for a user reset on the screen itself, the main and often the only way is to use a companion application.
However, there is a secret combination for some Mi Band firmware versions that allows you to reboot the device forcibly, which is to install the bracelet to charge and five times quickly press the touch area (where the steps are displayed), but this method works unstable and depends on the firmware version.
If the bracelet is stuck and does not respond to charging or touching, experts recommend a "deep discharge" method. Leave the device to lie down until the battery is completely exhausted. After that, put it on charge - when turned on, many microcontrollers automatically check the integrity of the system and reset temporary errors.
| Model of the device | Resetting method | Data retention | Implementation time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Band 6/7/8 | Through the Mi Fitness app | Only in the cloud. | 30-60 seconds |
| Xiaomi Watch S1 | Menu on the clock / Appendix | No. | 2-3 minutes |
| Amazfit GTR/GTS | Zepp appendix | In Zepp's profile. | 1-2 minutes |
| Redmi Watch | Settings → System | No. | 1-2 minutes |
It is important to distinguish between reboot and reset. Reboot simply turns off and on the device, saving all settings. Reset removes user data, Wi-Fi settings, alarm clocks and activity targets, returning the gadget to the "out of the box" state.
Solving problems with discharge and hanging
Sometimes the cleaning process may go wrong, the device may freeze on the logo, reboot indefinitely, or not appear in the Bluetooth list after the procedure, and in such cases, don't panic, most problems are solved by sequential actions.
The first thing you need to do when you're hanging on the logo is to provide a stable power supply. Connect the original cable and adapter. If the cyclic reboot doesn't stop within 15-20 minutes, try interrupting the charge and reconnecting the device, simulating a sudden surge in voltage, which sometimes causes the controller to go out of cycle.
- 🔋 Make sure the contacts on the back are clean and dry.
- 📡 Turn on and off Bluetooth on your smartphone again.
- 🗑️ Remove the device from the list of conjugated in the phone settings.
- 📲 Reinstall the Mi Fitness or Zepp app.
⚠️ Warning: If the watch heats up while it freezes, immediately disconnect it from charging and let it cool.Continuing to charge an overheated lithium polymer battery can cause it to bloat.
In rare cases, you need to flash the device through your PC using special software, but this is a procedure for advanced users and service centers. For the average user, just make sure that the application on the phone is updated to the latest version available in the store.
Setup of the device after recovery
Once the reset is completed successfully, you will have a language selection screen, which is the beginning of the initial setup process, and you will need to re-enter your Mi Account or Zepp account information to restore access to your activity history if it was stored in the cloud.
When pairing again, the system may suggest updating the software. It is recommended to agree, as new firmware versions often contain corrections for errors that may have caused previous failures.
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After reset, be sure to check the notification and permission settings for the Android/iOS app, as they are often reset by default after the communication is reinstalled.
Remember to reconfigure your steps, pulse zones and alarms, and you’ll also need to re-enter access card or transport data if your watch supports NFC, as the access keys are stored in secure memory that is cleared when formatted.