How to turn off the Xiaomi Mi Band 5 smart watch: all the ways and nuances

The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 fitness bracelet has become one of the most popular wearables due to its functionality, affordable price and long battery life. However, many users face a simple problem: how to turn off this gadget if the manufacturer did not provide an obvious power button? Unlike smartphones or tablets, where the disconnection occurs in a few seconds, with Xiaomi smart watches, everything is not so unique.

In this article, we will explore all the possible ways to turn off the Mi Band 5, including software and hardware methods, and explain why sometimes the device may not respond to standard commands. You will learn how to reset the bracelet to factory settings if it freezes, and what to do if the screen no longer responds to touch.

Why is the Xiaomi Mi Band 5 not on the off button?

The Mi Band 5 design involves a minimalist design without physical buttons, all control is done through touch screen and gestures.

• 🔋 Energy savings: Continuous on/off reduces battery life, and the manufacturer aims to maximize battery life (up to 14 days in standby mode).
• 🛠️ Simplification of design: no moving mechanisms (buttons) improves water protection (Standard 5) ATM) and reliability of the device.
• 🤖 Automation of processes: the bracelet goes into sleep mode when inactivity, saving charge without user participation.

However, there are situations where shutdown is necessary, such as when you store it for a long time, flash it over, or if the device is starting to get glitchy, and then we'll look at all the methods available.

Method 1: Standard shutdown through the bracelet menu

The most obvious method is to use the built-in Mi Band 5 settings.

1. Swipe your finger up the screen to open the main menu.
2. Find the icon. ⚙️ Settings (cogs) and tap it.
3. Scroll down the list to Turn off (or Disable in some firmware).
4. Confirm the action by touching the tick ✓.

If you don't have a "Switch Off" option on the menu, your firmware version doesn't support this option, so move on to alternative methods.

Disconnect the bracelet from the smartphone in the Mi Fit app

Make sure the charge level is above 10%

Remove the bracelet from your hand to avoid accidental touching

Remember the current settings (if you plan to reset)-->

Method 2: Forced shutdown (hard reset)

If the Mi Band 5 bracelet is stuck and does not respond to touch, you can perform a hardware reset. This method is also suitable if the device does not turn off through the menu. Important: after a forced shutdown, some settings (for example, time or notifications) may reset.

Instructions:

1. Remove the bracelet capsule from the strap.
2. Find the touch button on the back (a small indentation under the Xiaomi logo).
3. Connect the bracelet to the charger.
4. Press the touch button for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears on the screen.
5. Release the button and the device will turn off.

⚠️ Warning: Do not confuse forced shutdown with full reset (discussed below) Forced shutdown does not delete data, but it may interrupt sync with your phone. Once turned on, you will have to reconnect the bracelet in the Mi Fit app.

Method 3: Shutting off through battery discharge

This is a good method if the other methods have failed and the bracelet is not responding to anything. The point is simple: wait until the battery is completely drained.

• ⏳ It takes a lot of time (from a few hours to a day, depending on the level of charge).
• 🔋 Frequent full discharges reduce battery life.
• 📱 After switching on, you will need to re-synchronize with the smartphone.

To speed up the process:

• 🔦 Enable maximum screen illumination in bracelet settings.
• 📶 Activate a Continuous Search GPS (If the function is supported by your firmware).
• 🎵 Start vibration in continuous mode (for example, through an alarm clock).

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If the bracelet is dead and does not turn on after connecting to charging, hold it on the charger for at least 30 minutes. Sometimes it takes up to an hour for the battery to gain enough charge to start.

Method 4: Reset to factory settings (complete shutdown)

If your goal is not just to turn off the bracelet, but to completely reset it (for example, before selling or fixing serious crashes), reset to factory settings, which will delete all data from the device, including:

• 📊 Activity statistics (steps, sleep, exercise).
• ⚙️ Individual settings (dials, notifications).
• 🔑 Linking to Xiaomi account.

Resetting instructions:

1. Open the bracelet menu and go to Settings → More
2. Find the Reset option (or Reset).
3. Confirm the action by touching ✓.
4. Wait for the reboot (the bracelet will turn off and turn on automatically).

⚠️ Warning: Once reset, the bracelet will automatically detach from your Mi Account account. To reuse all the features, you will have to re-assign it via the Mi Fit or Zepp app (depending on the region).

Method 5: Turn off via Mi Fit/Zepp

In some firmware versions, the bracelet can be turned off remotely via an official app, which doesn't work on all devices, but it's worth trying:

1. Open the Mi Fit or Zepp app on your smartphone.
2. Go to the Profile section → My devices. → Mi Band 5.
3. Find Device Management or Additional Settings.
4. Select Turn off the bracelet (if the option is available).

If this function is not available, check:

• 📱 Update the application to the latest version.
• 🔄 Update the bracelet firmware (in the Settings section) → Update of the PO).
• 🌍 Check your account region (some features are only available in Chinese version of Mi Fit).

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Remote shutdown via the app is the safest method, as it does not require physical impact on the bracelet, but it only works on firmware 1.0.3.14 and higher.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after successfully turning off the wristband, users have difficulty re-energizing or syncing.

The bracelet does not turn on after switching off.

If the Mi Band 5 does not respond to charging:

• 🔌 Check the cable and adapter (use the original charging) 5V/1A).
• ⏱️ Wait 30 to 60 minutes – sometimes it takes time to initialize the battery.
• 🔄 Try another one. USB-port.

The bracelet is switched on but not synchronized.

Once you turn off or on, you may lose your smartphone connection to restore it:

1. Open the Mi Fit and remove the bracelet from the list of devices.
2. Reboot your smartphone.
3. Re-add Mi Band 5 via Add Device.

The screen doesn't respond to touch.

If the bracelet does not respond to swipes after switching on:

• 🧼 Wipe the screen with a dry wipe (possibly contamination or moisture).
• 🔋 Make sure the charge level is above 5% (at low charge, the sensor may be switched off).
• 🔄 Perform reset (see Method 4).

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