Getting into the menu reclaim (or Recovery Mode) on Xiaomi devices is a key skill for diagnosing, resetting or installing firmware. This mode is hidden from the average user, but without it, many system problems can not be solved, from the TV freeze to update errors on the smartphone. Depending on the model and device type (Mi TV, Redmi, POCO or Mi Box), the ways of entering can vary - and this often causes confusion.
In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of logging into Recovery Mode for Xiaomi 2020-2026, including rare models and nuances with remotes of different versions. You will also learn which operations can be performed in this mode and which can lead to loss of warranty or “bricking” of the device. If your TV or smartphone does not respond to standard combinations, here you will find alternative solutions.
What is the Recovery Mode on Xiaomi?
Recovery Mode is a service recovery mode built into the firmware of Xiaomi devices, which works independently of the main operating system (Android TV or MIUI) and allows:
- 🔄 Reset the settings to factory (Wipe) Data/Factory Reset)
- 📥 Install official or custom firmware through ADB Sideload or USB-OTG
- 🛠️ Diagnose hardware errors (such as memory problems)
- 🔧 Restore the device after the update fails
On Mi TVs and Redmi Smart TVs, this mode is often referred to as a service menu, and on smartphones it is called a stock recapverie. It is important to understand that Xiaomi uses modified recapverie with limited features compared to TWRP or other custom solutions. For example, you can not backup user data here - only a complete reset.
⚠️ Note: Signing into Recovery Mode on Xiaomi TVs with buttons on the case (not remote!) can cause a reset without confirmation.On models from 2023-2026 (e.g. Mi Mi). TV Q2 75) is sufficient to hold the power. + Volume Down more than 10 seconds.
How to log in to Recovery Mode on Xiaomi TVs
For Mi TV, Redmi TV and Xiaomi Smart TV, there are three main methods of entering the menu reboot. The choice depends on the model, year of release and available accessories (remote, keys on the case).
Method 1: Through buttons on the TV body
This is a versatile method that works even if the remote is lost or the TV is not responsive to commands, and is suitable for most models released after 2018:
- Turn off the TV with the Power button on the case (not the remote!).
- Hold and hold the combination: 📺 For Mi models TV 4S/4A/4X: Power + Volume Down (10–15 seconds) 📺 For Mi. TV Q1/Q2, Redmi Smart TV X: Power + Volume Up (before the logo)
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Power + Volume Up
On some models (for example, Mi TV P1 55) instead of the standard receivers can open Fastboot Mode, in which case repeat the procedure, holding the buttons for 2-3 seconds longer.
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Method 2: Through the remote control (only for new models)
On Xiaomi TVs 2022-2026 (e.g. Mi TV Q2 65" or Redmi Smart TV A55), the menu recep can be accessed via a service button combination on the remote, which is safer because it eliminates accidental reset:
1 Press sequentially: [Home] → [Settings] [⚙️] → [All settings] → [Device] → [On Device]
2. Quickly press 5 times in a row on the [OK] button (center button of the remote)
3. In the window that appears, select [Recovery Mode] and confirm with the [OK] button.If this method didn’t work, check the firmware version: on older builds (MIUI TV 1.0-2.5), the service menu can be hidden.
Method 3: Through ADB (for advanced users)
If the TV is on but does not respond to the remote or buttons, you can log into Recovery Mode via ADB debugging.
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- 🔌 The TV's on debugging. USB (Settings → On TV. → POS version → 7 times press "Version")
- 💻 Drivers are installed on the PC ADB and Fastboot (for example, via Mi) PC Suite)
- 🔌 The TV is connected to the computer via USB-OTG adapter
⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs with Android TV 11+ (Like Mi. TV Q1 2023) debugging ADB It can be blocked by the manufacturer. In this case, use hardware buttons.
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Recovery Mode on Xiaomi smartphones and tablets
On Xiaomi mobile devices (Redmi, POCO, Mi) the entrance to the menu rebate is standard for Android, but with nuances due to the proprietary firmware MIUI.
| Model/Series | Button combination | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 10/11/12, POCO X3/X4 | Power + Volume Up | Hold 8-10 seconds before vibration |
| Mi 11/12/13, Mi Mix 4 | Power + Volume Up + Volume Down | Some models require confirmation with the Power button. |
| Redmi 9/9A/9C, POCO M3 | Power + Volume Up (15 seconds) | You can open a Fastboot - try again |
| Xiaomi Pad 5/6 | Power + Volume Down | On tablets, it often works on the third attempt. |
If after holding the buttons, the device loads into Fastboot Mode (black screen with a rabbit in a hat-eared), select Recovery Mode using volume buttons and confirm with the Power button.
On smartphones with MIUI 14+ (such as Xiaomi 13T), you may need to unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool, otherwise the recovery will be limited to the reset function.
What if the phone is not included in Recovery?
Recovery Mode: What You Can and Can't Do
Features recycled menu on Xiaomi depend on the type of device and firmware version, below is a full list of available operations and their consequences:
Secure operations (do not delete data)
- 🔍 Reboot system now - Reboot device (analogue of conventional enablement)
- 📡 Apply update from ADB — Installation of updates via computer (requires) MIUI ROM)
- 🔧 Mount /system — mounting of the system partition (for diagnostics)
Transactions with the risk of data loss
- ⚠️ Wipe data/factory reset – complete reset (removes applications, accounts, files in memory)
- ⚠️ Wipe cache partition – Cache cleanup (safe but can cause slowdown after reboot)
- 🛠️ Apply update from SD card – installation of firmware from the memory card (risk of error when interrupted)
What not to do in Recovery Mode:
- 🚫 Install firmware from other models (even if they are on the same chipset)
- 🚫 Interrupt the Wipe or Update process (may result in a brick)
- 🚫 Use unofficial firmware without unlocking the bootloader
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If you need to save data before resetting, connect your phone to your PC in MTP mode and copy files manually. Recovery Mode itself doesn't have a backup feature!
Common mistakes and their solutions
When working with Recovery Mode, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:
| Mistake. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The TV does not respond to the button combination | The remote is not synchronized or the buttons on the body are blocked | Turn off the TV for 1 minute, then try again. Reset the remote (Home + Back + OK hold 5 seconds) |
| No command (a robot with an exclamation point) appears on the screen. | Incomplete entrance to the river | Press Power + Volume Up at the same time and hold for 3 seconds |
| Smartphone got stuck on the MI logo after reset | Damaged system partition or incompatible firmware | Repeat Wipe data if it doesn’t work – run the device through the Mi Flash Tool. |
| ADB does not see the device in Recovery Mode | There are no drivers or incorrect USB-OTG adapter | Install Google USB Driver and use the original Xiaomi cable |
If, after resetting via Recovery Mode, the device requires you to enter a Mi Account and you do not remember it, use the official recovery page. On Xiaomi 2023+ TVs, this binding can only be bypassed through the service center.
⚠️ Note: On smartphones Xiaomi with MIUI 13/14 After resetting through the recavers, an error may appear "This device is locked", which means that the bootloader is locked, and further actions will require official unlocking through the Mi Unlock Tool.
Alternative modes: Fastboot and EDL
If Recovery Mode doesn’t help solve the problem (for example, the device doesn’t turn on or hangs on the screensaver), you should consider other service modes:
Fastboot Mode
This is the bootloader mode that allows you to flash the device through the computer.
- 📱 On smartphones: Power + Volume Down (hold until the rabbit is in the hat)
- 📺 On TVs: Power + Menu (on the body) or adb reboot bootloader command
In this mode, you can:
- 🔄 Swipe the official firmware through the Mi Flash Tool
- 🔓 Unlock the bootloader (requires binding of the Mi Account)
- 🛠️ Recover damaged partitions (fastboot flash system) system.img)
EDL Mode (Emergency Download Mode)
Emergency mode to recover "brick" devices, activated:
- 🔌 On smartphones: closing contacts Test Point on the motherboard (requires disassembly)
- 🖥️ On TV: via Xiaomi service cable EDL (Available only in authorized services)
In EDL, you can flash the device even with a damaged bootloader, but this requires an authorized Xiaomi account (for new models) or special software (QFil, Mi Flash Pro).
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If the device doesn't respond to any combination, and there's not even a logo on the screen, it's a hardware failure, 90 percent of the time it's caused by damage to the power controller or memory, and if you repair it yourself without experience, it can make the problem worse.