How to turn on Xiaomi phone if the power button does not work: step-by-step instructions

The broken power button on Xiaomi’s smartphone is one of the most frustrating breakdowns that can completely paralyze the device. Without the ability to physically press the power key, many users find themselves at a dead end: the phone does not respond to charging, the screen does not turn on, and access to data seems lost. However, there are at least 5 working ways to launch Redmi, POCO or Mi without using a mechanical button – from simple charging manipulations to advanced methods through ADB or service menus.

In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of enabling Xiaomi without buttons, taking into account the features of different models (from Redmi Note 10 to Xiaomi 13 Ultra), pay special attention to security: which actions can lead to data loss and which can lead to complete failure of the device, you will also find instructions for diagnosing the problem (what if it is not a button?) and tips on how to avoid repeated breakdowns.

1. Checking for obvious reasons: Is the button to blame?

Before you try to turn on Xiaomi without the power button, make sure that the problem is in it. Often users confuse the key failure with other breakdowns:

• 🔋 Dim battery: If the phone doesn’t respond to charging, try another cable/power supply or charge it 15-20 minutes from a powerful source (e.g. laptop).
• 🔌 Oxygenated contacts: check the connector USB-C for dirt or moisture – this can block charging.
• 📱 System freeze: if before the "death" the phone braked, perhaps a forced reboot (method) will help №2).
• 💧 Liquid intake: on models with protection IP53 (for example, POCO X5 Pro) moisture could damage not only the button but also the board.

If you are sure that the battery is charged (the indicator on the screen flashes when you connect the charge), and the phone does not show signs of life, move on to the following methods. But remember: on models with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor (for example, Xiaomi 13T), a forced power outage through charging can reset the Trusted Face settings.

⚠️ Note: Don't try to disassemble the phone yourself if you don't have experience! AMOLED-screens (e.g. Redmi) K60) with careless opening, you can damage the plume of the display, which will lead to expensive repairs.

Method 1: Forced reboot through charging

The simplest method, which works on 80% of Xiaomi models (except some flagships with custom firmware), is to simulate power outages through a combination of connection / disconnect charging:

1. Connect your phone to the charger (preferably the original one with Quick Charge support).
2. Wait for the charging indicator to appear (red light bulb or battery icon on the screen).
3. Turn off the cable from the phone, then immediately plug it back in.
4. Repeat steps 2-3 3-5 times in a row at an interval of 1-2 seconds.

If the method works, the phone should turn on normally, POCO F5) Instead of full inclusion, the Fastboot menu may appear - in this case, proceed to the method. №4.

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This method works thanks to the features of the Qualcomm and Mediatek power controller, which are installed in Xiaomi smartphones. When abruptly interrupting charging, the system can interpret this as a command to restart.

3. Method 2: Using OTG cable and mouse

If your Xiaomi supports USB OTG (virtually all models after 2018), you can turn it on with an external mouse, a method that is especially useful if the phone has already been turned on before, but the screen is gone and does not respond to pressing.

You'll need:

• 🖱️ USB-mouse (wired or wireless with a OTG-adapter).
• 🔌 OTG-adapter (if not mouse) USB-C).
• ⚡ Charger (to power the phone during the procedure).

Instructions:

1. Connect the charger to the phone.
2. After 2-3 minutes (when the charging indicator appears) connect OTG-mouse-adapter.
3. On the lock screen, move the mouse cursor and click – this will unlock the device.
4. If the screen is black, try pressing the right mouse button (may work as a simulation of the power button).

On models with MIUI 14 and later (for example, Xiaomi 13 Lite), after connecting the mouse, a notification about the connected device may appear - this is a sign that the system is active and the phone can be unlocked.

⚠️ Note: Some firmware (e.g. Xiaomi.EU) OTG It can be disabled by default. If the mouse is not working, try connecting the keyboard, which is sometimes detected even when it is locked. OTG.

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Method 3: Including through ADB (for advanced users)

If your Xiaomi has previously been enabled debugging USB (USB Debugging, you can enable it with commands ADB (Android Debug Bridge: This method requires pre-configuration, but gives you full control of the device.

What do you need?

• 💻 Computer with installed ADB and Xiaomi drivers.
• 🔌 Cable USB-C (preferably original).
• ⚡ Phone with a charged battery (at least 10-15%).

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your PC when the screen is off (but with a charging indicator).
2. Open the command prompt (cmd) and type: adb devices If the device is identified (the serial number appears), move to the next step. If not, try reconnecting the cable or installing the driver again.
3. Enter the command to simulate the power button: adb shell input keyevent 26 (code 26 corresponds to the power button in Android).
4. If the phone doesn’t respond, try the forced reboot command: adb reboot

On models with MIUI 13/14 and a bootloader, additional authorization may be required. If the ADB issues an unauthorized error, try:

• 🔑 Connect the phone to another USB-port.
• 🔄 Restart the PC and try again.
• 📱 If the screen flashes at least once, try unlocking it through ADB command: adb shell input swipe 300 1000 300 500 (this simulates a swipe to unlock).

5. Method 4: Enter Fastboot and Reboot

If previous methods have failed, try running your phone in Fastboot mode (aka bootloader), which is suitable for most Xiaomi models, but requires care – wrong actions can lead to a data dump.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone from charging.
2. Press and hold the volume button (at least 10 seconds).
3. Without releasing the volume button, connect the USB-C cable to a charger or PC.
4. If the screen caught fire and the Fastboot logo appeared (robot with the inscription) FASTBOOT), Release the button.

Now you have two options:

• 🔄 Reboot to normal mode: press the volume button down until the Reboot item stands out, then confirm the choice with the volume button up.
• 🔧 Recovery via Mi Flash: If the phone doesn’t even turn on from Fastboot, you can try reflashing it using the official Mi Flash Tool utility (but it will delete all data!).

On models with a blocked bootloader (for example, Redmi Note 12 from the official sale) in Fastboot, you may need to log in to Mi. If you do not remember the login data, this method is not suitable.

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Method 5: Hardware reset (extreme case)

If none of these methods work, then you have to reset the hardware, which is forced power out of the battery, which is risky (you can damage the plumes), but sometimes it's the only one that saves the bricks.

How to do this:

1. Turn off your phone (if it reacts to charging in any way).
2. Carefully put the back cover (on models with a non-removable battery, for example, Xiaomi 11T, you will need a mediator or a plastic card).
3. Disconnect the battery plume (usually under a black insulation tape).
4. Wait 1-2 minutes, then plug the plume back in.
5. Connect the charger - the phone should turn on automatically.

⚠️ Attention: On models with LPDDR5 memory (e.g. Xiaomi) 12S Ultra) abrupt power outage can damage the data in RAM. If the phone had unsaved files (for example, photos in editing), they can be lost.

If you're unsure of your skills, it's best to contact a service center.The average cost of replacing the power button on Xiaomi in 2026:

• 💰 Redmi Note / POCO M: 800–1 200 ₽.
• 💰 Xiaomi 11/12: 1 500–2 500 ₽.
• 💰 Xiaomi 13/14: 2 000–3 500 ₽ (due to the complexity of disassembly).

7. How to avoid the power button breaking again

If you managed to turn on Xiaomi without a button, it is worth taking care that the problem does not happen again.

• 💦 Moisture: Even if the phone has protection IP53, getting liquid into the button over time leads to oxidation of contacts.
• 🤏 Mechanical damage: frequent pressing with force (for example, if the button is "recessed" in the case).
• 🔋 Overheating: If the phone gets heated while charging, it can warp the plastic elements of the button.
• 🧹 Dirt: dust and debris fall under the key, blocking its movement.

Prevention tips:

• 🛡️ Use a case with button cutouts (such as the original Xiaomi cases with dust protection).
• 🚿 Avoid using your phone in wet conditions (bath, swimming pool, rain).
• 🔄 Regularly clean the buttons with compressed air (a canister for cleaning equipment).
• 🔋 Do not put the phone on charging under direct sunlight or on soft surfaces (overheating). + pressure).

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On models with MIUI 14 and later, you can enable the function "Double touch to wake up" (Settings → Screen → Double touch to wake up), this will allow you to turn on the screen without using the power button (although only when the phone is already unlocked).

8. Frequent Questions (FAQ)