How to Reset RAM on Xiaomi: Effective Methods Without Data Loss

Why Xiaomi is “slowing down” and how it relates to RAM

Have you noticed that your Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO has become slower? Apps take too long to open, videos on social networks slow down, and games are crashed with a “Lack of memory” error? 90% of the time, overloaded RAM (RAM) is to blame. Unlike permanent memory (where files are stored), RAM is responsible for instantaneous processing of data by active applications. When it is clogged with garbage, the system begins to “gap”.

Xiaomi manufacturers optimize their smartphones for multitasking, but even 8-12 GB of RAM over time fill up with background processes. This is especially noticeable on budget models (Redmi Note 10, POCO M3) or devices with MIUI older than 2 years. Fortunately, you can clean up RAM without radical measures - factory reset or flashing. Next, we will analyze 5 proven methods, from the simplest to advanced.

Before you start, check the current RAM load:

1. Open Settings → About the phone → System status.
2. Slip on "Memory" (or "Use of Memory").
3. If less than 20% is free, it is time to act.

Method 1: Manual cleaning through the “Recent Apps” menu

The fastest method, which works on all versions of MIUI (10 to 14), is suitable for emergency RAM unloading when the phone starts to "glut" right while in use.

Instructions:

1. Press the square button at the bottom of the screen (or swipe from the bottom up and hold your finger for 1 second).
2. In the recent apps menu**, swipe up each window to close it.
3. Alternative: tap on the “Close All” icon** (cross or basket) in the lower right corner.

⚠️ Warning: Do not close system processes like com.android.systemui or miui.home, which can lead to a launcher reboot or black screen).

🎮 Games (PUBG, Genshin Impact, Call of Duty)

📷 Photo/video processing applications (CapCut, Lightroom)

📱 Messengers with active chats (Telegram, WhatsApp)

🌐 Browsers with many tabs (Chrome, Edge)

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Method 2: Automatic optimization through “Security”

MIUI has a built-in memory cleaner, the Security app, which not only removes debris from RAM, but also analyzes the background processes that eat up resources.

How to use:

1. Open the Security app (if not on the desktop, search through search).
2. Go to the Optimization tab (or Acceleration in older versions).
3. Click Clear Memory – the system will show how much RAM will be released.
4. For deep cleaning, tap Deep Optimization and confirm the action.

🔹 Useful Lifehack: In the Security settings, enable Auto Clean when you lock the screen. RAM It will be released every time you turn off the display, which is especially true for Xiaomi owners with 4-6 GB of RAM.

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If a mediaserver process appears on the optimization list, don't force it to be killed, it's responsible for media playback. Better restart the phone.

Method 3: Limiting background processes (for advanced ones)

By default, MIUI allows applications to run in the background even when they're folded up. This is convenient for messengers, but it's detrimental for RAM. To limit background activity:

Steps:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select an app that eats up memory (like Facebook or TikTok).
3. Slip Permissions → Autostart and turn it off.
4. Go back and select Battery → Background Activity → Limit.

⚠️ Note: After these actions, the app will not update content in the background. for example, WhatsApp will stop showing notifications for new messages until you manually open it. Use this method only for "gluttonous" programs that are not critical for everyday use.

Method 4: Use of the Developer Mode

If standard methods don't work, turn on the developer's hidden settings, which allow you to manually control how many processes can run in the background.

How to activate the mode:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Tap 7 times on the item MIUI version (the message will appear "You became a developer").
3. Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers.

Next, find the parameters:

• 🔧 Limit background processes → Select the Maximum 2 of the process.
• 🔄 Don't stay active → Turn on (the applications will close immediately after folding).
• 🚀 Forced suspension of applications → Use it for "heavy" programs.

Method 5: Reboot your phone (the most reliable method)

It sounds trite, but regular reboots are the best way to free up RAM. Unlike manual cleaning, they remove all background processes, including system processes, that can't be closed manually.

How to Reboot Xiaomi correctly:

• 🔄 Soft reboot: Press the power button → select Reboot.
• 🔋 Hard reboot (if the phone freezes): Clip the power + Volume up for 10 seconds.

🔹 When to reboot:

• 📅 Every 2-3 days for prevention.
• 🎮 After long gaming sessions.
• 🔄 If the phone is warming for no reason.

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Reboot not only cleans the RAM, but also resets the core cache, which eliminates the system micro-hangs.

What NOT to do when cleaning RAM

You can find dozens of memory-free tips online that actually harm your phone.

❌ Myths and mistakes:

• 🧹 Use "boosters" RAM» from the Play Market, applications like Clean Master or RAM Booster does not clear memory more effectively than embedded tools, but can show false notifications about a “critical load».
• ⚡ Disable system services through ADB. This leads to loss of warranty and unstable operation of the phone.
• 🔨 Delete files from the folder /data Manual risk of deleting critical system data — 99%.

⚠️ Attention: If after cleaning RAM The phone is still slowing down, the problem may be:

• 🛠️ Processor overheating (check in Settings) → Battery → Battery status).
• 🦠 Viruses (scan your phone through Security) → Antivirus).
• 🔋 Worn-out battery (if the charge drops faster than before).

FAQ: Frequent questions about RAM on Xiaomi