How to Reset Your Settings on Xiaomi Devices: Full Instruction 2026

Resetting on Xiaomi devices is a universal solution to fix software failures, prepare a gadget for sale or delete personal data. However, many users face the problem: where exactly does this feature hide in the menu? Depending on the model (Redmi, POCO, Mi or Mi Pad) and the firmware version (MIUI 12/13/14 or HyperOS), the path to reset may differ, and in some cases you need to use Recovery mode or even Mi Account.

In this article, we'll look at all the possible resets, from the standard menu to hidden commands for power users, how to return the phone to factory settings without a password, what to do if the device is locked, and how to avoid common errors. Importantly, on devices with HyperOS (such as Xiaomi 14 or Redmi Turbo 3), the path to reset has changed — we will show you the current screenshots and commands.

1. Standard reset via the settings menu

The easiest way is to use the built-in menu, which works on all Xiaomi devices, regardless of model, as long as the phone is on and you have access to the lock screen.

Instructions for MIUI 12/13/14:

1. Open the settings (cog icon).
2. Go to About Phone (or About tablet for Mi Pad).
3. Select Backup and Reset → Resetting.
4. Click Erase all data and confirm the action.

For HyperOS (starting with Xiaomi 13T, Redmi Note 12 and later):

• 📱 Settings → Memory. → Resetting settings
• 🔄 Choose to erase all data and settings
• 🔐 Enter your password (if set) and confirm

Make a backup copy of important data

Battery charge should be >30%

Disable your Google account (if you plan to sell your device)

Remember the username/password from Mi Account (required after resetting)-->

It takes 5-15 minutes to reboot, and it will look like new, and you will need to reconfigure it, including logging in to Mi Account and Google.

⚠️ Note: On some models (POCO F5, Redmi K60) After the reset, confirmation may be required through SMS or email if Mi Cloud has been activated before, make sure you have access to the linked number!

2. Reset via Recovery Mode (if the phone is not turned on)

If a Xiaomi device is locked, hovers on the logo or doesn’t respond to touch, Recovery Mode will help.This method works on all models, including the Redmi 9A, POCO X3 and Mi 11, but requires physical access to the buttons.

How to log in to Recovery:

1. Turn off the phone (press Power + Volume up for 10 seconds).
2. Keep Power + Volume up until the Mi logo appears.
3. Let go of Meals, but keep Volume up until you see the Recovery menu.

In the Recovery menu (in English or Chinese):

• 🔧 Select Wipe Data (or for Chinese firmware)
• 🗑️ Next Post Wipe All Data → Confirm
• 🔄 After completion, press Reboot. → Reboot to System

On some devices (like the POCO M4 Pro), the Recovery menu may look different. If you see a Fastboot instead of a Recovery, you've held the buttons for too long, try again.

⚠️ Note: On devices with a locked bootloader, a reset via Recovery may cause you to request your Mi Account password when you first download. If you don't remember your account information, restore it in advance at account.xiaomi.com.

3. Reset via Mi Account (remote)

If your phone is lost or stolen, you can delete it remotely through Mi Cloud, which only works if you:

• 📶 Device connected to the Internet (mobile data or Wi-Fi)
• 🔒 Find the device in the Mi Account settings

Instructions:

1. Go to i.mi.com and log in.
2. Select the lost device in the list.
3. Click Erase Data and Confirm Action.

It can take up to 30 minutes. Once reset, the phone will reboot, but the Mi Account lock will remain, which is anti-theft protection. To unlock the device, you will need to enter the associated account details.

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4.Reset on Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV)

On Xiaomi Mi TV or Redmi Smart TV, the reset is done differently than on smartphones, a method that will come in handy if the TV is slowing down, not connecting to Wi-Fi or needs to return factory settings before selling.

Instructions:

1. On the remote, click Settings (cog icon).
2. Go to the Device → About TV → Reset settings.
3. Select to erase all data and enter PIN-code (default 0000 or 1234).
4. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot (takes ~5 minutes).

If the TV does not respond to the remote, you can use a hardware reset:

• 🔌 Turn off the TV.
• 🖱️ Press the Source (or Menu) button on the TV case.
• 🔌 Connect the power by holding the button for 10-15 seconds.
• 📺 The Recovery Menu will appear on the screen – select Wipe Data.

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If the sound is lost after the Mi TV reset, check the audio output settings in the Sound menu. Sometimes the reset will reset the sound format to incompatible with your sound system.

5.Reset on Xiaomi laptops (Mi Notebook)

Xiaomi Mi Notebooks run Windows 10/11, so the reset is done through standard Microsoft tools. However, there are nuances associated with drivers and proprietary Mi software.

Resetting methods:

• 🪟 Through Windows: Options → Update and security → Recovery → Return the computer to its original state
• 🔄 Through BIOS: Hold it when loading. F2 Or Del, then select Load Default Settings.
• 💾 Through Recovery Disk: Create a bootable flash drive with the Mi Notebook Recovery Tool (download on the official website)

After discharge, it is recommended:

1. Install drivers from the official Xiaomi Support website.
2. Update Mi Bluetooth Driver and Mi Hotkey Utility to work properly.
3. Check Secure Boot settings in the BIOS (on some models, disabling Secure Boot leads to boot errors).

6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Even if you do the reset correctly, users face problems, and here are the most common ones and solutions:

1.The phone asks for Mi Account password after reset

This is standard protection against theft, and if you forget your account details,

• 📧 Restore your password at account.xiaomi.com.
• 📞 If you have a phone number attached, ask for it. SMS-code.
• 🕒 If your account is blocked, wait 24 hours and try again.

2.Reset interrupted and phone not switched on

If the reset process has been interrupted (for example, the battery has died), the device may hang on the Mi logo.

• 🔋 Charge your phone to at least 50%.
• 🔄 Repeat the reset via Recovery.
• 💻 If it doesn’t work, run the device through Fastboot (requires a PC and Mi Flash Tool program).

3.The camera or sensors do not work after the reset

It's because of the system file corruption.

• 📲 Update the firmware through Settings → Updating the system.
• 🔧 Reset again, but select Wipe Cache in Recovery.
• 🛠️ If the problem persists, reflash the device using XiaomiTool V2 (power-user).

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If the device requires an old Google password (FRP) after reset, it means that Factory Reset Protection was previously enabled. To unlock, enter the details of the last Google account associated with the device or wait 72 hours for automatic unlock (on some firmware).

7. Alternative Resetting Methods (for experienced users)

If standard methods don't work, you can use advanced tools, which require technical knowledge and can lead to loss of warranty or device bribing.

1.Dumping via Fastboot (ADB)

Suitable for devices with unlocked bootloader.

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB and Fastboot.
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).
• 📱 Included debugging by USB (Settings → For developers).

Discharge commands:

adb reboot bootloader


fastboot erase userdata




fastboot erase cache




fastboot reboot

2. firmware via Mi Flash Tool

If the device is not included even in Recovery, you have to flash it manually:

1. Download the official firmware for your model from the MIUI Downloads website.
2. Unclose the file and run the Mi Flash Tool.
3. Connect your phone in Fastboot mode (keep Volume Down + Power when connecting to your PC).
4. Select the firmware folder and press Flash.

⚠️ Note: Firmware of unofficial versions MIUI or custom rectifiers (e.g, TWRP) This can lead to the device being locked through Anti-Rollback. Before you run the firmware, check the version of Anti on the Xiaomi Firmware Updater website.

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