Fastboot mode on Xiaomi smartphones is a utility tool for firmware, unlocking the bootloader or restoring the system. However, sometimes the device “hangs” in this mode, and the standard exit through holding the power button becomes impossible — for example, due to breakage of mechanical keys, moisture or software failure. If your Redmi, POCO or Mi refuses to leave the screen with a hare in a hat-eared, do not panic: there are at least 5 ways to bring the phone back to life without physical buttons.
In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of exiting from Fastboot, from simple (dumping through ADB) to radical (flashing through MiFlash), pay special attention to the nuances for different models (Xiaomi 11T, Redmi Note 10 Pro, POCO F3, etc.), and also explain how to avoid the “brick” when manipulating. If you are not sure of your skills, skip the command line sections and go straight to methods through Mi Assistant or recavers.
1.Output via ADB (Android Debug Bridge)
The most versatile method that works on 90% of Xiaomi devices is the use of a utility. ADB. It allows you to send commands directly to the phone system through USB-Importantly, for this method, the smartphone must have debugging mode on. USB (Unless you've turned it off before).
If the debugging has been activated, follow the instructions:
- Install. ADB-PC drivers: 📥 Download Platform Tools from Google’s official website. 📂 Unpack the archive into the root of the disk C:\ (like a folder C:\platform-tools). 🖱️ Connect your phone to your PC through USB-cable (preferably original).
Check the connection.
adb devicesIf you see the serial number of the device, the debugging works. If you don't, reinstall the drivers or try another cable.
Execute the exit command from Fastboot
adb rebootThe phone should be rebooted as normal.
If the adb reboot command doesn’t work, try an alternative:
adb shell reboot -p💡
If ADB doesn’t see the device, try running the command prompt on behalf of the administrator or using a USB 2.0 port (they often correctly identify devices in Fastboot mode).
⚠️ Note: If you have not previously included debugging USB, This method won't work. Go to the following methods.
2. Method: Reboot via Mi Assistant (official Xiaomi utility)
Xiaomi has developed a proprietary utility called Mi Assistant (formerly Mi PC Suite) that allows you to control your phone via a computer, including forced reboot, which is suitable if:
- 🔌 The phone is determined by the PC in Fastboot mode (in Device Manager it is visible as Android Bootloader Interface).
- 📱 The bootloader is not blocked on the device (if there is a lock, the utility will request authorization in Mi-account).
Instructions:
- 📥 Download Mi Assistant from the official website and install.
- 🔌 Connect your phone to your PC (use the back). USB-port).
- 🖱️ Run the utility and wait until it determines the device in Fastboot mode.
- 🔄 Click the “Reboot” button in the program interface.
If the utility gives an error "Device is locked", then the bootloader is blocked, in which case only unlocking through the Mi Unlock Tool will help (see section 4).
3. Method: Forced reset via Recovery Mode
If ADB and Mi Assistant didn't work, try logging into the recavator and resetting, which works even if the power and volume buttons don't work, as long as the phone is determined by the computer.
Algorithm of action:
- Open the command line in the ADB folder (as in method 1).
- Reboot your phone in Recavator: fastboot reboot recovery If the team didn't work, try: fastboot oem reboot-recovery
- Recavator mode: 📱 Use a touch screen (if it works) or a connected mouse via a touch screen OTG-adapter. 🔄 Select the Wipe Data option → Wipe All Data (complete reset). 🔄 After reset, restart your phone via Reboot System.
⚠️ Warning: Resetting over the receptacle will delete all data on the device, including photos, messages and installed apps.If the phone had important files, try the methods without losing data first (methods 1, 2 or 5).
What to do if the Recavator does not start?
4. Method: Flashing through MiFlash (for power users)
If none of the previous methods worked, the radical solution is to flash the phone over the MiFlash Tool, which is guaranteed to take the device out of the Fastboot, but requires:
- 📥 Official firmware for your model (you can download it on the Xiaomi website).
- 🔓 Unlocked bootloader (if the lock is active, use the Mi Unlock Tool first).
- 💻 Windows computer (MiFlash does not support) macOS/Linux).
Step-by-step:
- 📥 Download and install the MiFlash Tool.
- 📂 Unpack the firmware archive (.tgz or.zip format) into a folder without Cyrillic characters.
- 🖱️ Run MiFlash on behalf of the administrator.
- 🔌 Connect your phone in Fastboot mode to your PC.
- 📋 In MiFlash, click “Select” and specify the path to the firmware folder.
- 🔄 Click Refresh – Your phone should appear in the list of devices.
- 📛 Select firmware mode: Clean All - complete cleaning (recommended for critical failures). Clean All and Lock - cleaning + bootloader lock (if you plan to sell your phone) Save User Data - saving user data (not always stable).
«Flash»
Once the firmware is installed, the phone will automatically restart as normal, and if the process is interrupted, the device can turn into a brick, making it harder to restore.
| Xiaomi model | Recommended firmware regime | Firmware time |
|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 10/11 | Clean All | 7-9 minutes |
| POCO F3/F4 | Clean All and Lock | 5-7 minutes |
| Xiaomi 12/13 | Clean All | 10-12 minutes |
| Black Shark 4/5 | Save User Data (if possible) | 8-10 minutes |
5. Method: Alternative Fastboot commands
If standard commands don't help, try alternatives that sometimes work on "hard" devices. These commands are sent via fastboot in the command line (as in method 1).
List of useful teams:
- 🔄 Forced reboot: fastboot reboot
- 🔄 Reboot to the system (bypass Fastboot): fastboot continue
- 🔄 Cache reset (sometimes helps with hanging): fastboot erase cache
- 🔄 Reboot to EDL-Mode (for deep recovery): fastboot oem edl Careful: EDL-The mode requires an authorized Xiaomi account for firmware!
If after the command fastboot continue the phone still returns to Fastboot, then the problem lies in the damaged parts of the system - only flashing (method 4) will help.
Make sure the battery is 50%+ charged.
Download the firmware specifically for your model
Disable the antivirus (it can block MiFlash)
Use the original. USB-cable
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6. Method: Contacting the service center
If all of the above methods did not work, most likely the problem is hardware:
- 🔋 Failure of the power button or plume.
- 🔌 Damage to the motherboard (for example, after falling or getting moisture).
- 📱 Power controller failure (phone not responding to reboot commands).
In such cases, self-repair can make the problem worse. Xiaomi’s official service centers can:
- 🔧 Replace the power button or plume (cost: 1,500–3,000) ₽).
- 📱 Refuse the device through special equipment (EDL).
- 🔋 Diagnose damage to the fee (free of charge for repairs).
To find the nearest service center:
- Go to the Xiaomi Service website.
- Enter your city or enable geolocation.
- Choose a center marked “Authorized” (avoid unofficial workshops).
⚠️ Warning: Before visiting the service, back up your data (if the phone is switched on at least occasionally). After repair, all files may be lost.
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If the phone doesn’t respond to any commands and isn’t determined by the computer, don’t try to disassemble it yourself – this could result in a loss of warranty or a final breakdown.