Safe Mode on Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro: How to turn off in 5 minutes (all ways 2026)

You turned on the Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro, and the screen says "Safe Mode" in the lower left corner? Don't panic - it's a regular Android feature, not a virus or a breakdown. Safe Mode automatically disables all third-party apps, leaving only system ones to identify the causes of the crashes. But how do you get the phone back to normal mode?

In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to disable Safe Mode specifically for the Redmi 8 Pro (model). M1901F7H), sensitizing MIUI. You'll learn why your smartphone boots in safe mode, how to fix it without losing data, and what to do if standard methods don't work. ADB For instances where the screen does not respond to touch.

Why is Redmi 8 Pro loading in Safe Mode?

Safe mode on Xiaomi is activated for a reason.

• 🔄 Improper shutdown: if you have taken out the battery (on models with removable battery) or the smartphone is discharged to zero during the update.
• 📱 Application failure: one of the installed applications conflicts with the system (often launchers, antiviruses or programs for automatic memory cleanup are to blame).
• 🔧 Update error MIUI: If the firmware has been interrupted or installed with errors.
• 🎯 Pressing buttons when turned on: Accidentally clamping volume or power keys while booting.
• 🛠️ Damage to system files: after a failed rooting, unlocking the bootloader or installing a custom recavery.

On the Redmi 8 Pro, safe mode may become stuck due to the peculiarities of MIUI 12/13 with the Android 10/11 core. For example, if you used the Battery Optimization feature for third-party applications, the system may consider them “unstable” and block them the next time you turn on.

⚠️ Note: If the smartphone boots in safe mode after falling or getting moisture, the problem may be damage to the motherboard. In this case, the methods from the article will not help - you need a diagnosis in the service center.

Method 1: Reboot through the power button (the easiest)

In 70 percent of cases, a simple reboot is enough. Here's how to do it right:

1. Press the power button for 3-5 seconds.
2. In the menu that appears, select “Reboot” (or “Restart”).
3. Wait 1-2 minutes until the smartphone is completely turned off and turned on again.

If Safe Mode is still active after the reboot, try Forced Reboot:

• 🔁 Press the Power button for 10-15 seconds until the screen goes out.
• 🕒 Wait 30 seconds, then turn on your smartphone as usual.

On the Redmi 8 Pro, sometimes a button combination helps: press Power + Volume Up for 10 seconds until the Xiaomi logo appears.This will reset the temporary download settings.

Method 2: Removing a “Problem” Application

If Safe Mode is activated due to a conflict with the app, it must be found and removed.

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Sort the list by installation date (click on the three dots in the upper right corner → “By installation date”).
3. Remove applications installed before the problem (especially launchers, optimizers, antiviruses).

The typical "culprits" on the Redmi 8 Pro:

• 🚫 GO Launcher, Nova Launcher – can conflict with the shell MIUI.
• 🚫 Clean Master, CCleaner – aggressively cleans the cache of system processes.
• 🚫 Overclocking applications CPU (for example, CPU Tuner).
• 🚫 Fashionable firmware or patches (e.g. Magisk modules).

Check if this app is system-based (do not delete com.miui.*)

Backup the application data (if important)

Remove the cache before uninstallation

Reboot the smartphone after removal-->

If you can’t identify the culprit, use the error log:

1. Install the Logcat Extreme app from Google Play.
2. Run it in Safe Mode and find records labeled ERROR or CRASH.
3. The name of the problem package will be in the format com.name.application.

Method 3: Resetting to factory settings (if nothing helps)

If the previous methods didn't work, you'll have to do a hard reset, which will delete all the data, but it will return the smartphone to working condition. There are two ways to reset the Redmi 8 Pro:

Option A: Through the settings menu (if the screen is running)

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Select “Erase all data”.
3. Enter the password (if set) and confirm the reset.

Option B: Through Recovery Mode (if the smartphone doesn't respond)

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Power + Volume Up for 10 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. In the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (manage volume buttons, confirmation – power button).
4. After reset, select Reboot → Reboot to System.

⚠️ Note: On Redmi 8 Pro with unlocked bootloader, a reset via Recovery can result in a Mi Account being blocked. If you forget your Mi Account data, first link the device to your account in the settings!

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Before resetting, remove the memory card and SIM-This will speed up the process and save your contacts (if they are recorded on the map). SIM).

Method 4: Disconnect via ADB (for power users)

If the screen does not respond to touch or the smartphone “locked” in safe mode, Android Debug Bridge will help (ADB). This method requires a computer and USB-cable.

Step 1: Preparing the PC

Download and install:

• 🖥️ ADB Fastboot Tools by Google.
• 🔌 Drivers for Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro (you can download from the official website).

Step 2: Connecting your smartphone

1. Turn on Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times to activate Developer Mode).
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB Debugging.
3. Connect your smartphone to your PC and confirm the debugging permission.

Step 3: Commands to disable Safe Mode

Open the Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (macOS/Linux) in the adb.exe folder and type:

adb devices

(The name of your device should appear.)

adb shell settings put global safe_mode 0

adb reboot

If the first command fails, try an alternative method:

adb shell am broadcast -a android.intent.action.BOOT_COMPLETED

Method 5: Update or reflash MIUI

If Safe Mode appears after the system update, it may be that the firmware is installed with errors.

Option A: Update via OTA

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → System update.
2. Click on “Update Checker” and install the latest version of MIUI.
3. After the update, reset the cache: Settings → Memory → Clear the cache.

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If OTA does not help, you will have to reflash the smartphone manually:

1. Download the official firmware for Redmi 8 Pro (select the Fastboot version).
2. Unpack the archive in a folder from fastboot.exe.
3. Turn off your phone and press Power + Volume Down to log into Fastboot Mode.
4. Connect your smartphone to your PC and launch the file flash_all.bat (Windows or flash_all.sh (macOS/Linux).

⚠️ Note: Fastboot will delete all data, including photos and messages. pre-backup through Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

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If the safe mode reappears after flashing, the problem is in the hardware (for example, damaged flash memory), in which case only repairs in the service will help.

What do you do if nothing helps?

If all methods have been tried and the Redmi 8 Pro is still booting in Safe Mode, check the following:

• 🔋 Battery: If it's swelling or doesn't hold the charge, the smartphone may not load properly.Try plugging the charge and rebooting again.
• 🔌 Charging port: oxidation or contamination of contacts can cause malfunctions.Brush the port with alcohol and toothpick.
• 🛠️ Memory: If the internal memory (eMMC) is damaged, the system cannot boot properly. ADB Team: Adb shell df -h (partition /data show 0% Free space is a sign of a fault).
• 🔄 Hardware reset: on some Xiaomi helps clamping power + Volume up. + Volume reduction by 15 seconds (full hardware reset).

If the smartphone is warranty, do not try to disassemble it yourself - contact the authorized service center Xiaomi. For the Redmi 8 Pro repair warranty is free, unless the problem is caused by mechanical damage.

FAQ: Frequent questions about safe mode on Xiaomi