How to remove safe mode on Xiaomi 7: all working methods

Safe Mode on Xiaomi Mi 7 or Redmi 7/7A is an Android diagnostic mode that automatically disables all third-party apps, leaving only system ones. It can activate after a failed update, a program conflict, or even accidentally pressing buttons when rebooting. If the screen on your smartphone at the bottom says "Safe Mode" and most applications are unavailable, do not panic: it is not a virus or a breakdown.

In 90% of cases, the problem is solved by a simple reboot, but sometimes more radical measures are required - from resetting the cache to working with ADB. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to disable Safe Mode on Xiaomi 7 (including models with custom firmware), and also explain why the mode can be turned on again and how to avoid this.

1.A Simple Reboot is the First Step

In most cases, the safe mode on the Xiaomi Mi 7 is turned on due to a temporary failure.

1. Hold the power button for 5-7 seconds until the off menu appears.
2. Select "Reboot" (or "Restart" in English firmware).
3. Wait 1-2 minutes – the smartphone should boot in normal mode.

If you've had the "Safe Mode" label left after the reboot, it's a deeper problem.

• 🔄 Volume button hanging (physical malfunction or contamination).
• 📱 Application conflict, especially if you have recently installed programs from unverified sources.
• 🔧 Damage to system files after update MIUI.

If a simple reboot doesn't work, move on to the next method, but first check if the volume button is clamped, which is the most common reason why Safe Mode is turned on spontaneously on Xiaomi.

2. Forced reboot through buttons

If your smartphone doesn’t respond to a normal reboot or freezes in safe mode, use hardware reset, which works even with strong lags:

⚠️ Attention: If after this procedure the phone boots again in safe mode, the problem lies in the physical malfunction of the volume button or damage to the firmware. In the first case, cleaning the buttons with alcohol (more on this below), in the second - resetting via Recovery.

On some MIUI 12+ firmware, this method can cause network settings to reset, to avoid data loss, before the procedure:

1. Connect to Wi-Fi.
2. Sync contacts with Mi Account (in account settings).
3. Make a backup through Settings → Additional → Backup.

3. Cleaning the volume buttons - if the mode is turned on by itself

On the Xiaomi Redmi 7 and Mi 7, the volume button often sticks due to dust or moisture, which leads to the automatic activation of safe mode at each launch, to check and fix the problem:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Take a toothpick or plastic card, wrap it in a soft cloth.
3. Carefully raise the volume button on the side of the case and clear the space underneath it of dirt.
4. Wipe the button with alcohol (at least 70%) and let it dry for 10 minutes.

If the problem persists after cleaning, the button may be mechanically damaged, in which case only a replacement at the service center will help, and the temporary solution is to disable the button programmatically via ADB (the method for power users is described below).

4.Dumping cache via Recovery Mode

If Safe Mode appears after updating MIUI or installing applications, the cause may be a damaged cache of the system, and cleaning it will not delete your data, but will reset temporary files:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the power button + increase the volume before the Mi logo appears.
3. In the Recovery menu, select the language (if you have a choice) then:
4. Go to Wipe & Reset → Wipe Cache.
5. Confirm the action and wait for the completion.
6. Choose Reboot. → Reboot to System.

⚠️ Warning: Don't confuse Wipe Cache with Wipe Data! The second option will completely reset the phone to factory settings, removing all files, photos and apps.

After cleaning the cache, the smartphone will boot longer than usual (up to 5 minutes).

5. Full reset settings (last resort)

If none of these methods work, you have to do hard reset, factory reset, and that will delete all the data, so you can only use this as a last resort.

• 📱 Make a backup copy through Settings → The phone. → Backup copy.
• 🔗 Synchronize contacts and notes with Mi Account.
• 🖥️ Copy photos and videos to your computer or cloud.

Resetting instructions:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the power button + increase the volume before Recovery appears.
3. Choose Wipe & Reset → Wipe All Data.
4. Confirm the action (it may be necessary to enter a password from Mi Account).
5. After reset, select Reboot to System.

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Factory reset removes all data, including photos, messages and installed applications, and only use this method if other methods have not worked.

Once reset, the phone will boot as new, you will need to reconfigure MIUI, log in to your account and restore the data from the backup, and if you still have safe mode again, the hardware (buttons or motherboard) is a problem.

6. ADB-Teams for experienced users

If you’re familiar with Android Debug Bridge (ADB), you can try disabling Safe Mode via the command line.This method is suitable for Xiaomi 7 with an unlocked bootloader or root rights.

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install ADB Tools on your computer.
2. Turn on USB debugging on your phone: Go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version. Click on MIUI Version 7 times to activate Developer Mode. Return to Settings → Additional → Developer. Activate USB Debugging.

Connect your phone to your computer and execute the commands:

adb devices


adb shell settings delete global safe_mode




adb reboot

If the mode remains after the reboot, try the alternative command:

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

⚠️ Attention: Teams ADB They can cause the system to malfunction if entered incorrectly. Do not use this method unless you are sure of your actions.

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If ADB Does not recognize the device, try reinstalling Xiaomi drivers USB Drivers or using other drivers USB-cable (preferably original).

Why is the Safe Mode back on?

If it reappears after a successful Safe Mode shutdown, look for one of these factors:

• 🔧 Damaged system files – Fastboot flashing is required.
• 📦 Conflict App – Remove newly installed programs.
• 🔄 Faulty volume button – need replacement or repair.
• 🔋 Battery problems – if the phone turns off when the charge is low, it can cause a crash.
• 🛠️ Castom firmware - some assemblies MIUI They have bugs with Safe Mode.

To identify the culprit:

1. Boot in Safe Mode and check if the phone is stable.
2. Remove suspicious apps through Settings → Apps.
3. If the problem disappears, one of the remote applications is to blame.

If the mode is turned on even without third-party programs, the reasons are hardware, in which case it is better to contact the Xiaomi service center.

FAQ: Frequent questions about safe mode on Xiaomi 7