How to Reset Updates on Xiaomi: Full Guide to Firmware Recoil

After the automatic update, your Xiaomi started to slow down, overheat or stopped turning on altogether? MIUI/TV OS Fortunately, rolling back the update on Xiaomi devices is real, but the process requires caution: wrong actions can turn the gadget into a “brick”. In this article, we will analyze all working methods of resetting firmware - from the simplest reset to settings to complex manipulations through Fastboot and Fastboot. ADB.

It's important to understand that not every update can be rolled back. The manufacturer often blocks downgrades through standard menus, especially if it's a major version of Android (for example, 13 to 12). In such cases, custom firmware or tools like the Mi Flash Tool will be required. We'll look at options for smartphones (Redmi series, POCO, Mi) and Xiaomi TVs (MI TV, Mi TV Stick) - the algorithms are different, but the principle is one: return the device to the previous stable version of the software.

Before you start, check:

• 🔋 Battery charge (at least 50% for smartphones, uninterruptible for TV)
• 🔌 Cable USB (original, undamaged)
• 💾 Backup (photos, contacts, messages – everything will be erased!)

1. Reset via the settings menu (the safest way)

If the device turns on and responds to commands, try to return factory settings. This method does not guarantee a rollback to the previous version of the software, but resets all settings to the state “out of the box”, which sometimes solves problems after an update.

For Xiaomi smartphones:

1. Open Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Choose to delete all data (hard reset).
3. Confirm the action with a password from the Mi Account (if linked).

For Xiaomi TVs:

1. Go to Settings → Device → Reset and Update → Reset to factory settings.
2. Enter. PIN-code (default 1234 or 0000).
3. Wait for the reboot (it will take 5-10 minutes).

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro or Mi 11), a menu reset does not roll back the firmware, but only clears user data. MIUI, proceed to the following methods.

2. rollback via Recovery Mode (no PC)

Recovery Mode is a built-in recovery menu that allows you to install the official firmware from the memory card.

• 📱 The device is turned on, but it is not working stable;
• 🔄 I need to return the previous official version. MIUI (casteless!);
• 💻 No access to the computer.

Instructions for smartphones:

1. Download the official firmware for your model from en.miui.com (select the Recovery ROM version).
2. Rename the file to update.zip and place it in the root of internal memory (not in folders!).
3. Turn off the phone, then press Volume up + Power before the Mi logo appears.
4. From the Recovery menu, select Install update.zip to System (use volume buttons for navigation, power for confirmation).

Download the firmware for your model|Rename the file to update.zip|Charge the phone. >50%|Deactivate signature verification (if required)-->

For Xiaomi TVs, the algorithm is similar, but the login to Recovery is different:

1. Turn the TV off the socket.
2. Press the Menu button on the remote and Power on the TV case.
3. Hold on for 10-15 seconds until the Android Recovery menu appears.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with an Amlogic processor (e.g. Mi) TV 4S 55) rollbacks through Recovery could result in loss of licenses DRM (Netflix, Disney+ stop working 4K). Before the procedure, check the processor model in Settings → About the device.

3.Using Fastboot and Mi Flash Tool (for experienced)

If previous methods have failed, you will have to connect to a PC. Fastboot Mode allows you to flash the device even if it does not turn on, but requires:

• 🖥️ Windows computer (7/10/11);
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original);
• 🛠️ Mi Flash Tool and Drivers Qualcomm/Mediatek;
• 📄 Firmware in.tgz or.zip format (look for Fastboot) ROM at xiaomifirmwareupdater.com).

Step-by-step:

1. Install the Mi Flash Tool and drivers (you can download here).
2. Unpack the firmware in a folder without Cyrillic characters (for example, C:\Xiaomi\ROM).
3. Turn off the phone, press Volume down + Power to enter the Fastboot (a hare in a hat-eared hat will appear).
4. Connect the device to your PC, launch the Mi Flash Tool and select the firmware folder.
5. Click Refresh → Flash. Select Clean all (full clean) or Clean all and lock (if you want to lock the bootloader back).

Critical information: On devices with a locked bootloader (most Xiaomi smartphones after 2018) before the firmware via Fastboot, you need to unlock it through the official Mi Unlock Tool. Without this, the firmware will end in an anti-rollback error.

4. rollback through ADB (for advanced users)

ADB (Android Debug Bridge) is a debugging tool that allows you to control your device via the command line.

• 🔧 You need to roll back a small update (such as a security patch);
• 📲 The device is on and connected to the PC;
• 🔓 Developer mode and debugging are enabled USB.

Instructions:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone and click on MIUI Version 7 times.
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB debugging.
3. Connect your phone to your PC, open Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (Mac/Linux) and type: Adb devices If the device is displayed, continue.
4. Download the desired firmware version (Recovery ROM) and place it in the folder with ADB.
5. Follow the command to reboot in Recovery: adb reboot recovery Next, follow the instructions in Section 2 (install via update.zip).

5.Castom firmware: when official methods don't work

If Xiaomi blocked the rollback through standard methods (for example, due to the anti-rollback policy), there is still the option with custom firmware.

• 📦 LineageOS – pure Android without shell MIUI;
• 🔄 Pixel Experience – firmware with Google Pixel features;
• 🛡️ Havoc-OS – flexible firmware with many settings;
• 🔧 Xiaomi.eu – modified MIUI without Chinese services.

Pre-installing warnings:

⚠️ Note: Castom firmware is warranty-free and may contain bugs; on some models (Redmi) K40, Mi 11 Ultra) requires unlocking the bootloader, which resets the device; Banking applications (Sberbank, Tinkoff) may stop working due to lack of SafetyNet certification.

Where to download and how to install:

1. Select firmware on the XDA Developers forum or xiaomi.eu (check compatibility with your model!).
2. Download TWRP Recovery for your device.
3. Please. TWRP Fastboot: Fastboot Flash Recovery twrp.img fastboot boot twrp.img
4. In TWRP, run Wipe → Format Data (this will erase everything, including internal memory!).
5. Install the firmware through Install and restart.

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Before installing custom firmware, check it for stability reviews. For example, on the Xiaomi Mi A3, some LineageOS builds break the camera. Look for topics on forums marked "[STABLE]".

6. Features of the rollback on Xiaomi TVs

Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV series, Redmi TV) are updated less often than smartphones, but problems after updates are more common.

• 📺 Freezes when activated;
• 🔊 The sound disappears through HDMI;
• 🎮 The game doesn't work (Google Stadia, NVIDIA GeForce NOW);
• 📶 Constant reconnection to Wi-Fi.

Ways to roll back for TV:

1. Through USB: Download the firmware for your model from the official website. Unpack the archive and copy the update folder to the flash drive (FAT32!). Insert the flash drive in the TV, go to Settings → Software Update → Update via USB.

Through ADB

adb shell am start -n com.android.tv.settings/.MainSettings


adb push update.zip /sdcard/




adb shell reboot recovery

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with MStar processor (e.g. Mi) TV 4A 32) Firmware rollback may result in loss of support for Dolby Audio. Before the procedure, check the processor model in documents or on the sticker on the back of the TV.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even with the instructions, users often face problems, and let's look at the most common ones.

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If the device does not turn on after rollback, do not panic: in 90% of cases it is fixable by re-routing through Fastboot. The main thing is not to interrupt the process and use verified firmware files.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions