How to turn off the phone Xiaomi Poco: all ways to disconnect and reset

Xiaomi Poco smartphones are known for their performance and stability, but even they sometimes require a forced shutdown.Whether you are faced with a system freeze, the need to reset to factory settings, or just want to properly turn off the device without a power button - in this article you will find 5 proven ways to turn off.We will look at both standard methods and hidden features for emergency situations.

It is important to understand that improper shutdown can lead to data loss or file system damage. This is especially true for models with MIUI based on Android 12+, where background processes actively use cache. If your Poco X3, Poco F3 or other model has stopped responding to clicks, do not panic - in 90% of cases the problem can be solved without contacting the service center.

This article will be useful for both beginners and experienced users.

• 🔄 Standard shutdown via menus and buttons
• 🔋 Forced reset when getting stuck
• ⚙️ Reset to factory settings (hard reset)
• 🔌 Alternative methods for devices with a broken power button
• 🛠️ Diagnosing problems after improper shutdown

1. Standard shutdown via the settings menu

The safest way to turn off Xiaomi Poco is to use the built-in menu, which ensures that all processes are completed correctly and data is saved, and is suitable for all models from the Poco M3 to the Poco F5 Pro.

Instructions:

1. Unlock the phone screen (PIN-Code, fingerprint or Face Unlock)
2. Hold the power button (usually located on the right) for 2-3 seconds
3. In the menu that appears, select the option “Open” (Power off)
4. Confirm the action by pressing OK

On some models with MIUI 14, the menu may look different — instead of text, there will be pictograms. In this case, look for the off icon (usually stylized as the power button). If the phone does not respond to the hold of the button, move to the next method.

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On models with IR Blaster (infrared port), holding the power button longer than 5 seconds can activate the remote mode. To avoid this, press precisely and do not hold your finger too long.

2. Forced reboot (Hard Reboot)

If the Xiaomi Poco smartphone is frozen and does not respond to touching or pressing buttons, a forced reboot will be required, which works even with a completely black screen or endless boot.

Methods of forced reboot:

After the combination is removed, the phone should vibrate and restart.

• 🔋 Check the battery level (at a charge below 5%, a forced reboot may not work)
• 🔌 Connect the charger and try again in 5 minutes
• 🛠️ If the phone still does not respond, you may need to disassemble to turn off the battery.

3. Shutdown via Recovery Mode (for power users)

If standard methods don't work, you can turn off your phone through Recovery Mode, which also allows you to reset to factory settings or clear the cache. Be careful: wrong actions in Recovery can lead to data loss.

How to log in to Recovery Mode:

1. Turn off your phone (if it is still responding)
2. Click the combination: For most models: Power button + Volume up For Poco F5 Pro: Power button + both volume buttons

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Recovery

In the Recovery menu, use volume buttons for navigation and power button for confirmation.

1. Select the Reboot option → Power Off
2. Confirm the action.

On models with a locked bootloader, some Recovery menu items may not be available, in which case forced reboot through the buttons remains the only option.

4.Switch off via ADB (for developers)

If you have access to a computer and USB debugging enabled, you can turn off Xiaomi Poco via the ADB command. This method is useful when physical buttons don’t work, but the phone is determined by the computer.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect your phone to your PC through USB-cable
2. Open the command prompt (CMD on Windows or Terminal on macOS/Linux)
3. Enter the command to check the connection: adb devices should appear the name of your device
4. Execute the shutdown command: adb shell reboot -p

If the team doesn’t work, try an alternative:

adb shell input keyevent 26

This command simulates the pressing of the power button.

Install Xiaomi drivers on PC|Enable debugging on USB developer-setting|Connect your phone to the original cable|Check the visibility of the device by the adb device command|Have Administrator Rights on PC-->

⚠️ Attention: If debugging is on USB It wasn't on before, it won't work. It's not possible to turn it on on an already got stuck phone.

5. Alternative ways of turning off

When standard methods are not available, non-obvious techniques can be used, which are suitable for devices with a power button or a damaged screen.

Method 1: Using the "Screen menu" application

Some Xiaomi Poco models have a virtual power button:

1. Go to Settings → Special features → Screen menu
2. Activate the slider
3. On the screen will appear a floating panel with a switch off button

Method 2: Using Google's Voice Assistant

If you have Google Assistant set up on your phone, you can try the voice command:

1. Say, "Okay, Google."
2. Say, "Switch off the phone."
3. Confirm the action by voice or on screen
4. Reset to factory settings: In Recovery Mode, select Wipe Data → Factory Reset ⚠️ All data will be deleted!

If the problems persist after all the manipulations, it is possible that the firmware or hardware components are damaged, in which case it is recommended to contact the Xiaomi service center.

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After a forced shutdown, always check the integrity of the data, especially files that were opened at the time of failure: documents, photos in editing, downloadable files.

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Many Xiaomi Poco users make mistakes when turning off their phones, which leads to additional problems.

Pay special attention to models with a non-removable battery (for example, Poco F3 GT or Poco X4 Pro).Forced power outage on such devices requires disassembly of the body, which voids the warranty.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions