How to turn off Xiaomi smart watches: step-by-step instructions

Owning modern wearables requires understanding the intricacies of their management, especially when the device starts to malfunction or requires a complete shutdown to save charge. Users often face a situation where the standard method of switching off through the screen menu is not available or the system reacts with a delay.

Xiaomi smartwatches and fitness trackers are built on different operating systems, whether it’s a proprietary shell or a modified Wear OS, which dictates different algorithms. Some models do not have a physical off button in the usual sense, relying on software commands or prolonged pinching of touch zones. Understanding these differences will help avoid panic and unnecessary actions that can lead to software damage.

In this article, we will take a look at all the existing methods of stopping devices, from a regular shutdown to a forced reboot, learn how to properly manage the power consumption of trackers in the Mi Band series and more complex Xiaomi Watch, and understand when deep resets are required.

Cutting down through the system menu

The most obvious and safe way to stop the gadget is to use the built-in interface. In most models of the Xiaomi Watch series, such as the Watch S1, Watch 2 Pro or earlier versions, you need to unlock the screen and swipe from top to bottom or press the control button to open the quick access menu, which usually contains an icon with the image of a gear or a separate button with the power symbol.

Once you go to the settings, you should find System or General where the Shutdown option is hidden. The system will ask you to confirm the action to avoid accidental shutdown during physical activity. This is a standard procedure that correctly completes all background processes and saves data before going into deep sleep.

However, the interface may vary depending on the firmware version. For example, in newer models with Wear OS, the power menu can be called by long pressing the top button or through the notification curtain. If you don't see the button right away, try scrolling down the settings list to the System About section, where the power management function is often duplicated.

• 🔋 Press the on button to activate the screen.
• 🔋 Go to Settings. → System system → Shutdown.
• 🔋 Confirm the action by clicking on the tick.

⚠️ Note: If the watch is connected to the charger, the shutdown option may not be available or may be replaced by a power saving mode.

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The regular shutdown via the menu is the only way to guarantee the safety of all unsaved data and the correct completion of the operating system’s service processes.

Features of Mi Band management and fitness trackers

The situation with fitness bracelets of the Mi Band series (from 4 to 8 generations) is radically different from full-fledged watches. These devices were originally designed as energy-efficient gadgets with a minimum set of controls, so the classic “Switch off” button in their menu often simply does not exist.

To force the tracker to stop, you need to use the settings menu on the bracelet screen itself, you need to scroll through the list of functions to the Settings (cog icon), then find the System or Additional section, and that's where the Off option, which is not available on all versions of the firmware, may be hiding at the bottom of the list.

If there is no software button, the only way to do this is to completely drain the battery or use special features in a companion app, and in some cases, resetting via the Communication Break or Reset menu, which actually reboots the device, simulating shutdown and on, is a useful feature if the tracker has got stuck and stopped syncing with the smartphone.

• 📱 Open the menu on the bracelet screen.
• 📱 Find the Settings section → System system.
• 📱 Select the Off option if it is available.

Importantly, the lack of an explicit shutdown button is normal behavior for many Xiaomi models.The device consumes minimal amount of power in the idle, so the need for a complete shutdown is rare, for example, only before long-term storage.

Forced reset when getting stuck

There are situations where the touch screen stops responding to touch and the software stops responding to commands, in which case a regular shutdown is impossible, and the application of the Hard Reset method is required, which works at the level of a hardware controller and does not depend on the state of the operating system.

To implement this procedure, Xiaomi watches need to press a single physical button (or the bottom button, if there are two) and hold it for a long time. Usually the process takes from 10 to 30 seconds. The screen can go out, then the brand logo appears - this is a signal that the command to reboot accepted.

If you have two buttons on your device, try to press them at the same time. On some models, such as the Mi Watch Lite, holding the button long leads to a training mode menu first, but if you keep holding, the hardware reset will work. Don't let go of the button until you see a vibration or logo.

Algorithm of actions when hanging:


1. Press the power button.




2 Hold 15-20 seconds.




3. wait for the vibration or logo.




4. Release the button.

⚠️ Warning: Do not use the forced reboot method often. Frequent system interruptions can damage firmware files and lose training data.

Reset to factory settings as a shutdown method

In extreme cases, when the system does not respond to any commands, and forced reboot does not help, the only option is a complete reset to factory settings, which operation will not only turn off the device, but also clean all user information, returning the clock to the “out of the box” state.

You can reset through the device's menu, if it's partially functional. You go to Settings → System → Reset (or Factory Reset). Once confirmed, the watch will overwrite the system partition and automatically shut down or restart to the initial setup mode. This is a radical but effective method of solving software errors.

Alternatively, you can use Mi Fitness or Zepp Life on your smartphone, and the device management section often has a button to unplug or reset, and when you choose this, the phone will send a command to the watch, initiating the cleaning and rebooting process, and then the device will be ready for a new pairing.

• ⚙️ Go to the menu of the clock settings.
• ⚙️ Find the Reset or Factory Reset.
• ⚙️ Confirm the deletion of all data.

Remember, after resetting, you'll have to reset your dials, alarm clocks, and activity targets, and use this method only when other methods have failed.

Comparison of nutrition management methods

To organize the information and choose the best way to solve your situation, consider a method comparison table. Different scenarios require different approaches: somewhere it is important to save the data, and somewhere it is just to reanimate the device.

As you can see from the table, a regular shutdown is the most preferred option. Using the battery discharge method is strongly discouraged for lithium polymer batteries, since a deep discharge can put them out of action forever.

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If the watch is not expected to be used for a long time (more than a month), leave it charged at 50-60% and turn it off via the menu if possible, or wait for it to be turned off, then recharge after six months.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

In conclusion, we will answer the most popular user questions that arise in the process of operating Xiaomi devices. These nuances will help to avoid common mistakes and better understand the logic of the gadgets.

Properly managing the power of your smartwatch will extend its life and ensure that all functions work smoothly. Use the knowledge wisely, and your gadgets will last you for many years.