A suspended Xiaomi smartphone or a Mi TV that doesn’t respond to commands is a familiar situation for many users. 80% of the time, the problem is solved by a simple reboot, but not everyone knows how to do it correctly so as not to damage the system. In this article, we will analyze all the official and hidden reboot methods for Xiaomi devices, including forced reboot when completely freezes, as well as nuances for various models – from the Redmi Note 12 to the flagship Xiaomi 14 and the Mi TV series Q2.
It is important to understand the difference between a soft reboot (stationary shutdown/on) and a hard reset (forced reboot through hardware buttons). The first method is safe and recommended for scheduled reboot, the second is an emergency measure for critical failures. We will also uncover the myths about the “harms of frequent reboots” and explain why modern Xiaomi devices on MIUI 14/15 and HyperOS require a different approach than models 5 years ago.
1. Soft reboot: the standard method
The easiest and safest method is to use a software menu, which is suitable if the device responds to touches or commands from the remote (for Mi TV). On Xiaomi smartphones, the path to restart depends on the version of the shell:
- 📱 MIUI 12-14: Press and hold the power button. → Select Restart (or Restart) on some models (POCO F5, Redmi K60) Additional confirmation may be required.
- 📺 Mi TV (All models: Press the Menu button on the remote → Settings → About the programme → Reboot. On Google TVs. TV (Like Mi. TV A2 2026) path: Settings → System system → Reboot.
- 🖥️ Xiaomi Pad Tablets: Keep Powering + Volume up 2 seconds → A menu with the option Reboot will appear.
On HyperOS devices (such as Xiaomi 14 Ultra), the power menu interface has changed: now to reboot, you need to swipe up the lock screen, holding your finger for 1 second - a hidden menu with the Reboot button will appear, a gesture many users miss because it is not obvious.
⚠️ Warning: If after a soft reboot, the Xiaomi device loads longer than 5 minutes (the logo hangs on the screen) MI), This may indicate that the system files are damaged, and you will need to download to Recovery mode.
2. Forced reboot (Hard Reboot)
When a Xiaomi smartphone or TV freezes completely (does not respond to touch, buttons, remote control), a hard reboot is required, which resets power in a hardware way that helps with:
- 🔄 Infinite boot (bootloop) after the update.
- 🖱️ Complete lack of response to sensor/controller.
- 🔋 Screen getting stuck MI or Fastboot.
For different devices, the button combinations are different:
| Type of device | Models. | Button combination | Retention time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smartphones | Redmi Note 10-13, POCO X3-X6, Xiaomi 11-14 | Food + Volume up | 10-15 seconds |
| Televisions | Mi TV 4S/5X/Q2, A2/A3 | Power button on the body (hold) | 20–30 seconds |
| Tablets | Xiaomi Pad 5/6 | Food + Volume Down | 12-17 seconds |
| Smart watches | Mi Band 7/8, Watch S3 | Charging cable (disconnect / connect) | — |
On Xiaomi Quick Start TVs, a forced reboot can disable this option. To return it, go to Settings → Power → Quick Start.
Turn off the charger (if connected)
Make sure the battery is at least 10% charged (for smartphones)
Remember the button retention time for your model
Do not interrupt the process until the vibration/reset.-->
3.Reboot through Recovery Mode
If a Xiaomi device boots into a loop or produces a No command error, it may need to be rebooted via Recovery, a method that is also useful for resetting settings or installing updates manually.
To enter Recovery:
- Turn off the device (forced if necessary).
- Hold the combination: 📱 Smartphones: Power + Loudness up (hold until the Mi Bunny logo appears). 📺 TVs: Power button on the body + Loudness down on the remote (simultaneously).
Reboot → System
⚠️ Note: Some firmware (such as custom LineageOS) may not have Reboot. In this case, select Apply update. → Apply from ADB, Then reboot through the adb reboot command.
What happens if Recovery does not open?
4.Reboot via Fastboot (for advanced)
The method through Fastboot is useful if the Xiaomi device does not boot even in Recovery, but reacts to the connection to the computer. ADB/Fastboot and unlocked bootloader (on most Xiaomi smartphones, the bootloader is blocked by default).
Step-by-step:
- Connect the device to the PC through USB-cable (preferably original).
- Press Power + Volume down before the Fastboot screen (Android robot with an open belly) appears.
- Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and type: fastboot devices If the device is determined (a serial number appears), run: fastboot reboot
Another common problem is that you're stuck on the MI logo after you reboot, and 90 percent of the time, it's caused by damage to the modem partition.
- Log in to Fastboot (Power buttons + Volume down).
- Follow the commands: fastboot flash modem NON-HLOS.bin fastboot reboot (the file NON-HLOS.bin can be downloaded from the official firmware for your model on the website en.miui.com).