How to Turn Off Xiaomi Redmi Note 9: 5 Ways to Work (2026)

Why a standard shutdown may not work

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 is one of the brand's most popular budget phones, but even it sometimes has trouble shutting down.Users face situations where the device hangs on the logo MI, It doesn't respond to the power button or it doesn't turn off the menu at all. MIUI before the battery hardware malfunctions.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can turn off, from a standard shutdown through the interface to a forced reboot in an emergency, and focus on the nuances that come with a firmware update or a dead battery, and if your Redmi Note 9 doesn’t turn off in the usual way, here’s a solution.

It is important to understand that improper shutdown (such as removing the battery or holding the power button for a long time) can lead to loss of unsaved data or even damage to the file system.

Method 1: Standard shutdown via menu

The safest and most recommended method is to use the built-in power-off menu, which works on all versions of MIUI, including the latest updates for the Redmi Note 9.

1. Unlock the smartphone screen (enter PIN, pattern lock, or use fingerprint scanner).
2. Press the power button (located on the right end of the case) for 2-3 seconds until the menu appears.
3. In the window that opens, select the “Switch off” item (the icon with the power symbol).
4. Confirm the action by pressing OK in the dialog box.

If the menu does not appear, check:

• 🔋 Battery charge – at a level below 5%, the device may not respond to the button.
• 🛠️ Case or protective glass – sometimes they block the sensor or physical button.
• 🔄 Updates MIUI — In some versions of the firmware, the switch-off menu opens with a double press of the power button.

On the Redmi Note 9 with MIUI 12 and a newer food menu may look different: instead of a text list, a bar with icons will appear. ⏻ (shutdown) and tap it.

⚠️ Warning: If the power button is pressed and the screen goes out, but the notification indicator keeps flashing, the device is not turned off, but has gone into sleep mode).

Method 2: Forced reset (hard reset)

When the Redmi Note 9 is frozen and does not respond to touch or power button, a forced shutdown is required, which is also called hard reset, but do not confuse it with full reset – this is only about resetting.

For forced shutdown:

1. Hold the power button for at least 10-15 seconds.
2. The screen should go out and then (after 1-2 seconds) turn on again with the Redmi logo.
3. If the logo does not appear, repeat the hold for another 5-10 seconds.

This method works even when:

• 🖥️ Hanging on the screensaver MIUI (never-ending).
• 📱 Black screen with backlight (device is on, but no image).
• 🔄 Cyclical reboot (smartphone is constantly restarted).

⚠️ Attention: Frequent use of forced reboot can damage the file system (especially if the data was recorded at the time of the failure).If after such a shutdown the smartphone began to slow down, perform a storage check through Settings → Memory. → Verification and cleaning.

Method 3: Turning off via Recovery Mode

If standard methods don't work and the smartphone is still responding to the buttons, you can turn it off via Recovery Mode, which is useful when:

• 🔄 The device is stuck in a reboot cycle.
• 📵 The touch screen is not working.
• 🔋 The battery is dead, but the phone is not switched off.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the smartphone forcibly (method 2).
2. Press the button combination: Volume up + Power.
3. Hold them for 5-7 seconds until the Mi logo and Recovery menu appear.
4. With the volume buttons, select Power off.
5. Confirm the choice of the power button.

The Recovery menu on the Redmi Note 9 also has other options:

On some firmware, the Power off option may not be available – in this case, select Reboot to bootloader, then remove the battery (if possible) or wait for the discharge.

Method 4: Disconnect via ADB (for advanced users)

If you have access to the debugging USB (USB Debugging, you can turn off Redmi Note 9 with the command ADB (Android Debug Bridge. This method will come in handy if you want to use it:

• 🖥️ The sensor's not working, but USB-port.
• 🔧 You need to turn off the device without using physical buttons.
• 📱 The phone is in Fastboot mode.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect your smartphone to your PC through USB-cable.
2. Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (macOS/Linux).
3. Enter the command to check the connection: adb devices must appear serial number of the device.
4. Execute the shutdown command: adb shell reboot -p

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

adb shell input keyevent 26

(Emulating the press of the power button.)

⚠️ Attention: For work ADB Redmi Note 9 must pre-enable Developer Mode and Debugging USB If these options are not activated, the method will not work.

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If ADB Does not recognize the device, try reinstalling Xiaomi drivers USB Drivers or use the original cable from the kit. Sometimes it helps to change USB-port.

Method 5: Emergency shutdown during disassembly

In extreme cases, when the Redmi Note 9 does not respond to any commands and the battery is indissoluble, only a physical power outage remains, a method that requires accuracy and is only suitable for users with experience in disassembling equipment.

What will be required:

• 🔧 Plastic blade or mediator.
• 🔩 Cross screwdriver (usually) PH00).
• 🧲 Screen removal suction cup (optional).

Procedure:

1. Turn off the smartphone forcibly (method 2).
2. Heat the back cover with a hairdryer (temperature not higher than 60°C) to soften the glue.
3. Carefully tuck the lid with a plastic spatula, starting at the bottom edge.
4. Unscrew the screws that fix the metal plate of the battery.
5. Disconnect the battery plume (usually under black tape).

Important: After the battery is turned off, wait 1-2 minutes before plugging it back in, which will reset the residual charge in the capacitors.

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Disassembling the Redmi Note 9 without experience can damage the plumes of the screen or camera. If you are not sure of your abilities, contact the service center.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Many users make common mistakes when turning off the Redmi Note 9, which leads to additional problems.

1. Long-term retention of the power button in normal mode

If you hold the Power button for longer than 20 seconds, the smartphone can go into emergency mode (EDL Mode), which is used for firmware, in which case you will need special software (for example, Mi Flash Tool) to recover.

2. Removal of the battery without disconnecting the plume

When you disassemble, you can't just pull out the battery -- you have to disconnect the plume first, otherwise you might have a short circuit.

3.Switch off during MIUI update

If you interrupt the update process (even forcibly), the smartphone can stand on the "brick" (complete inoperability), in which case only flashing through Fastboot will help.

4. Use of non-original chargers

Cheap charging sometimes causes the battery to overheat, which can cause the smartphone to spontaneously shut down or reboot. Always use certified accessories.

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