You pressed the Xiaomi Redmi power button, but the screen is still black and the phone is not showing signs of life? 9/10/11 And other models. 70% In cases of malfunction is not associated with a motherboard breakdown, but with a banal contamination of contacts or software failure. However, you can not ignore the problem: if the phone is not turned on in the standard way, the risk of data loss or aggravation of the breakage grows at times.
In this article, we will examine all possible reasons why the power button on Redmi stopped working – from dried dirt under the key to damage to the plume. You will learn how to turn on the phone without a power button, what manipulations you can do yourself, and when you should immediately contact the service. K40), where mechanical breakdowns occur 3 times more often due to design features.
1. Software failures: when firmware is to blame, not hardware
If Xiaomi Redmi phone doesn’t turn on after upgrade MIUI, A battery drop or discharge, the problem is 80% likely to be software:
- 🔄 The screen flashes the logo Redmi/MI and off
- 📱 The phone vibrates when you press a button, but does not load.
- 🔋 Charging indicator is on, but there is no reaction to the power button
The first thing you need to do is try a forced reset.
- Connect your phone to charge for 10-15 minutes (even if the battery seemed charged).
- Press the combination of the power button + Volume up for 15-20 seconds.
- If a logo appears, release the buttons and wait for the download.
If the phone is loaded but the power button is still not working:
Reset the settings to factory (Settings) → The phone. → Resetting settings)|
Update MIUI to the latest version|
Check the button in safe mode (click Power). + Loudness down when switched on)|
Install an alternative launcher (e.g. Nova Launcher) to check for software conflicts-->
⚠️ Warning: If after a forced reboot, the phone loads into Fastboot mode (black screen with a rabbit and a sign) FASTBOOT), Don't try to exit it with a power button. This can cause the bootloader to be completely blocked:
- Connect the phone to the PC.
- Download the official firmware for your model.
- Use the Mi Flash Tool to flash it (instruction below).
Mechanical damage: what breaks inside the button
In Redmi with a side button (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro or Redmi) K50) mechanical breakdowns are more common due to:
- 💥 Side impacts or falls
- 🌊 Moisture hitting the key
- 🧴 Dust/mud contamination (especially if the phone is carried in your pocket without a cover)
- 🔧 Micro-switch wear (typical for phones over 2 years old)
How to check if the problem is in the mechanics:
| Symptoms. | Probable cause | Can I fix it myself? |
|---|---|---|
| The button fails or the clinite | Breakdown of the plastic fixator | Yes (remove and replace button) |
| The button clicks, but it doesn't work. | Oxidation of contacts or breakage of the plume | Partially (cleaning with alcohol, but soldering works - only in the service) |
| The button works once again. | Pollution or wear of the micro-switch | Yes (cleaning or replacing the button) |
| The phone is only turned on from charging | The problem is the power chain button (plate or chip) | No (a fee diagnosis is required) |
⚠️ Warning: If you decide to disassemble your phone to clean a button, don't use metal key-strip tools. Redmi plastic locks are fragile and easily breakable. Better use a plastic shoulder blade or guitar mediator.
How to Disassemble Redmi to Clean a Button
3. How to turn Redmi on without power button: 5 working ways
If the power button does not work at all, but the phone needs to be turned on urgently, use one of these methods:
1. Through the charger
- 🔌 Connect the phone to the original Xiaomi RAM (power at least) 18W).
- 🕒 Wait 10-15 minutes – some models (Redmi) 9A, Redmi Note 8 is automatically activated when 5% charge is reached.
2. button combination (for models with unlocked bootloader)
- 🔧 Hold the Loud up. + Volume down and connect to PC by USB.
- 🖥️ If the drivers are installed, the phone will be determined in Fastboot.
- 📱 Enter the command in the terminal: fastboot reboot
3. Through ADB (if USB-debugging was included)
- 🔗 Connect your phone to your PC.
- 📋 Open the command line and enter: adb shell input keyevent 26 (emulation of the power button press).
4.Use of wireless charging (for supported models)
- 🔄 Put your phone on wireless charging (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Wireless Charging Pad).
- ⏳ After 5-10 minutes, try calling the recovery menu with Volume Up. + Power (even if the button doesn’t work, sometimes it works).
5. via the service menu (for older models)
- 📞 Dial on the keyboard of another phone: ##4636##.
- 🔧 Choose the Battery. → Shutdown (not working on all firmware).
Button combination |
Connecting to charging|
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Wireless charging|
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4. Flashing as a way to return the button to work
If the phone turns on but the power button doesn't respond to the presses, the problem may be a damaged button driver in the firmware. 7/8/9 after-failure updates MIUI. To check the phone:
Step 1. Download the firmware.
- 🌐 Go to the official website MIUI.
- 📱 Select your model (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro) → vili).
- 📁 Download the latest stable version (Fastboot or Recovery).
Step 2: Install drivers and tools
- 🖥️ Download the Qualcomm driver (for Snapdragon phones).
- 🛠️ Install the Mi Flash Tool.
Step 3. Run the phone.
- Turn off the phone.
- Press Volume Down + Power to Enter Fastboot.
- Connect to your PC and start the Mi Flash Tool.
- Select the downloaded firmware file and press Flash.
- Wait until the end (10-15 minutes).
⚠️ Warning: If after firmware, the phone loads into Bootloop (infinite reboot), don't panic:
- 🔄 Make Wipe Data in Recovery (Loudness Up) + Nutrition).
- 📥 Repeat the firmware with the Clean All option in the Mi Flash Tool.
5. Power button repair: when to contact the service
If all the software methods have been tried and the button still doesn't work, it's time for a physical repair.
- 🔧 The button fell inside the body (breakdown of the fixer).
- 💧 The phone fell into the water or was exposed to moisture.
- 🔥 On the motherboard, traces of oxidation or burning are visible.
- 📉 The button works, but the phone only turns on with 10-20 attempts (wear and tear of the micro-switch).
The cost of repairs in official Xiaomi services (for 2026):
| Type of repair | Cost (₽) | Date(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning/replacement of the power button | 1 200 – 2 500 | 1–2 |
| Replacement of the button plume | 2 000 – 3 500 | 2–3 |
| Repair of the supply chain (solding) | 3 000 – 6 000 | 3–5 |
| Replacement of motherboard | 8 000 – 15 000 | 5–7 |
⚠️ Note: If you want to repair your phone yourself, consider it:
- 🔩 The screws in Redmi often have different lengths - confusing them, you can damage the board.
- 🔥 When soldering the plume buttons use a soldering iron with no more power 30W, Otherwise, you risk to remove contact points.
- 📱 After changing the button, be sure to check it in Test Mode (enter ##4636## → Hardware Testing).
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Before visiting the service, make a backup copy of the data via Mi PC Suite (if the phone is switched on at all) In 30% of cases, after repair, you need to reset your settings, which leads to the loss of photos and contacts.
6.Prevention: How to prolong the life of the power button
To make the switch on Xiaomi Redmi last longer:
- 📱 Use a side button protection case (e.g., Xiaomi Original Case or Spigen Tough Armor).
- 🚿 Avoid moisture – even condensation can cause contact oxidation.
- 🧴 Regularly (every 3 months) clean the buttons with compressed air (a canister for cleaning equipment).
- 🔋 Do not press the power button "idle" (unnecessarily).
- 🔄 Turn off double tap to start the camera (Settings) → Lock screen → Double pressing if you do not use the function.
For models with a side button (Redmi Note 10 Pro, Redmi) K40) particularly:
- 📦 Do not put your phone in your pocket with keys or coins.
- 💥 Avoid falling on the side edge (hitting the button in 90% of cases breaks its mechanism).
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The average power button in Redmi is 50,000 times pressed, and if you use it actively (100 times a day), it lasts 1.5 to 2 years, and you can reduce the load using gestures or voice control.
7. Alternative ways to control the phone without a power button
If repairs are delayed and the phone needs to be used daily, configure alternative on/off methods:
1.Gesturals
- 👆 Turn on Double Touch to Wake Up: Settings → Lock screen → Double touch.
- 🔄 Set up the swipe up gesture to unlock: Settings → Additionally. → Gestures.
Voice control
- 🎤 Activate Google Assistant and set up the command “OK, Google, turn off your phone".
- 📱 Use a smart speaker (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker) with phone-linked.
3. Automatic on-time switching
- ⏰ Use the MacroDroid app to create a rule: "Switch on your phone at 7:00 a.m. daily".
- 🔋 Set up auto-on when connecting charging (does not work on all models).
External accessories
- 🔌 Buy it. USB-power button debugger (e.g, UGREEN Power Button).
- 📶 Use Bluetooth remote to control the turn on (suitable for rooted phones).