How to get out of Fastboot mode on Xiaomi: 5 working ways

Fastboot mode on Xiaomi smartphones (including sub-brands Redmi and POCO) is a service mode for firmware and restore the device through the computer. It is activated when an incorrect update, system failure or forced on with a combination of buttons. The main problem is that the phone “hangs” on the screen with a hare in a hat-eared and FASTBOOT, without reacting to standard methods of restarting.

In this article, we will discuss the current ways to exit Fastboot for all modern Xiaomi models (2018-2026), including devices based on MIUI 14/15 and HyperOS. We will discuss methods without a computer and using a PC, and explain why the phone can cycle back to Fastboot after a reboot. If your device does not respond to buttons or connect to USB, here you will find a solution.

What is Fastboot Mode and Why Does It Appear?

Fastboot (not to be confused with Recovery!) is a protocol for communicating with an Android bootloader via the command line. On Xiaomi, it runs on three occasions:

• 🔄 Interrupted Update: If the firmware is OTA or MIUI Updater was interrupted (the battery was drained, Wi-Fi was turned off).
• 🔧 Manual activation: Keeping the combination Volume down + Powering for more than 10 seconds.
• 🐛 System failure: Boot partition damage or core module conflict (often after custom firmware installation).

To distinguish Fastboot from "brick" (complete failure) is simple: on the screen the logo of Mi Bunny (hare in the hat) and the inscription FASTBOOT or This device is locked. If the screen is black or flashes red - this is already a hardware problem (see the section on hardware failures).

⚠️ Note: If before the appearance of Fastboot you installed custom recavery (TWRP) or firmware via fastboot flash, do not try to leave the mode without a computer - this can lead to a soft breech (cyclic reboot).

Method 1: Standard output without a computer (for most models)

If Fastboot came after a random button press or a failed update, try this method.It runs on Xiaomi Mi 10/11/12, Redmi Note 9/10/11/12, POCO F3/F4/F5 and other models with Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets.

Step-by-step:

1. Disconnect your smartphone from charging and USB cable.
2. Press the Power button for 20-30 seconds until the screen goes out.
3. After turning off, wait 5 seconds, then press Volume Up + Power for 10-15 seconds until the MI logo appears.
4. Release the buttons – the phone should boot in normal mode or go to Recovery.

If the device returns to the Fastboot after this action, the boot partition is damaged. Go to the methods with the computer (sections 3-5).

Method 2: Reboot with Recovery Mode

If the standard method didn't work, try booting into Recovery, an alternative recovery mode that's available even on locked bootloaders.

How to log in to Recovery:

1. Turn off the phone (squeeze the power for 20 seconds).
2. Press Volume Up + Power and hold until a menu with Mi Bunny and the words RECOVERY appears.
3. In the Recovery menu, select Reboot → System (use volume buttons for navigation, power for confirmation).

If Recovery does not have a Reboot to System option or the phone returns to Fastboot again, the firmware is damaged, in which case only flashing through the Mi Flash Tool (see Method 4) will help.

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If the Recovery menu is in Chinese, select the first item (with the character) – this is a reboot.

Method 3: Exit through the Mi Flash Tool (for power users)

If the phone is cyclically returned to Fastboot, the boot or system partition is likely damaged, in which case only flashing through the official Mi Flash Tool utility will help.

What you need:

• 💻 Windows computer 7/10/11 (64-bit).
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (better from the set).
• 📥.tgz or.zip firmware for your model (download from the official Xiaomi website).
• 🛠 Mi Flash Tool (last version - download here).

Step-by-step:

1. Install the Mi Flash Tool and drivers (they come with the package).
2. Unpack the firmware in a folder without Cyrillic characters (for example, C:\MIUI\proshivka).
3. Turn off the phone and press Volume Down + Power to log into the Fastboot.
4. Connect your smartphone to your PC. The Android Bootloader Interface should appear in Device Manager.
5. In the Mi Flash Tool, click Select, specify the firmware folder, then select Clean all (full clean) or Save user data (save data).
6. Press Flash and wait for completion (5-10 minutes). the phone will automatically restart.

⚠️ Note: If the Mi Flash Tool gives an error critical partition flashing is not allowed, then you have blocked the bootloader. Unlock it through the official tool Xiaomi (requires a Mi Account and wait 72-168 hours).

Method 4: ADB and Fastboot commands (for unlocked bootloader)

If you have bootloader unlocked, you can exit Fastboot using the command line.The method is suitable for Xiaomi with custom firmware or after a failed root access.

Tools required:

• 🖥 ADB Fastboot (downloaded as part of Android) SDK Platform Tools).
• 🔌 USB-data-couple.

Teams to exit Fastboot:

fastboot devices # Connection check (serial number should be displayed)


Fastboot continue # Continue downloading (if the system is intact)




fastboot reboot recovery #Reboot in Recovery




fastboot reboot bootloader #Reboot bootloader (if you need to repeat the process)

If the fastboot continues fails, the boot partition is damaged. In this case, manually reflash it:

fastboot flash boot.img # Swipe boot partition (boot.img file must be in folder with ADB)


fastboot reboot

The boot.img file can be extracted from the official firmware (.tgz) using the archiver or downloaded separately for your model on the XDA Developers or 4PDA forums.

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The fastboot command only works if the system is not damaged, and if the phone returns to the Fastboot after it, you need a complete firmware reflash.

Method 5: Hardware failures – when Fastboot isn’t the fault of the firmware

If none of the methods worked, the problem could be the hardware, most often the Fastboot is caused by:

• 🔋 Faulty battery: if the battery is inflated or does not hold charge (<3%), The phone can be rebooted cyclically.
• 🔌 Damaged connector USB: oxidation or break of contacts leads to failures during charging / firmware.
• 🧠 Memory problems (eMMC/UF): If the memory chip is damaged, the system cannot read the boot files.

How to diagnose a hardware failure:

1. Connect your phone to charge for 30 minutes, then try to exit the Fastboot (see Method 1). If the screen goes out after 2-3 seconds, the battery problem.
2. Try flashing your phone through the Mi Flash Tool with another cable and USB-If the utility can't see the device, there's a problem with the connector.
3. Listen to the phone: if you hear a crack or hiss when you connect to the charge, this is a sign of a short circuit on the board.

⚠️ Warning: If after falling or getting moisture, the phone stopped turning on and immediately hits the Fastboot, do not try to sew it - this can aggravate the damage.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When trying to log out of Fastboot, users often make mistakes that lead to a soft breeze (cyclical reboot) or complete loss of data.

If you are not sure of your actions, it is better to contact the Xiaomi service center. The cost of diagnosis (without repair) usually does not exceed 500-1000 rubles, but you will avoid the risk of finally "bricking" the device.

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