Xiaomi Redmi smartphones are known for their stability, but even they sometimes require a forced reboot.Hanging screen, errors after a MIUI update, or a sudden display shutdown are problems that almost every user faces. Unlike iPhone or Samsung, Redmi phones have unique button combinations and hidden reset features that many are unaware of.
In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to reboot, from a standard shutdown to a forced reset via Recovery Mode. Particular attention will be paid to situations where the phone does not respond to pressing, the screen is black, or the device is stuck on the Mi logo.
Importantly, the methods are different for models with a physical Home button (e.g. Redmi 4/4A) and modern devices without it (Redmi Note 10/11/12 series).
1. Standard reboot via menu
The safest way is to use the built-in MIUI settings. It is suitable if the phone responds to touch, but is unstable (brakes, overheats, or apps fly out).
To restart Redmi via the menu:
- Hold the power button (usually on the right) for 2-3 seconds.
- In the window that appears, select Reboot (or Restart in English firmware).
- Confirm action if the system requests a password or fingerprint.
On some models (such as the Redmi Note 9 Pro), the off menu may look different โ with options to Turn Off, Reboot and Emergency. If you have custom firmware installed (such as LineageOS), the menu item may be called Reboot.
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- โ It works on all Redmi models (including Redmi). 13C Note 12 Pro+).
- โฑ๏ธ Occupying. ~30 seconds (including the time to boot the system).
- ๐ It does not reset settings, but closes all background applications.
2. Forced reset (Hard Reset) buttons
If the phone doesn't respond to touch, the screen is black, or the device is getting stuck on the Mi logo, it will require a hardware reboot, a technique that simulates battery extraction (which is not present in modern Redmi) and resets temporary data in RAM.
The instructions depend on the model:
| Xiaomi Redmi Model | Button combination | Retention time |
|---|---|---|
| Redmi 4/4A/5/5A (with Home button) | Food + Home | 10-15 seconds |
| Redmi Note 8/9/10 | Food + Volume up | 8-12 seconds |
| Redmi Note 11/12, POCO X3/X4 | Food + Volume up + Volume down | 10 seconds. |
| Redmi K50/K60 | Power + Volume up (2 stages: first 5 seconds, then let go and hold again) | 5+5 seconds |
After holding the buttons, the phone should vibrate and restart.
- ๐ Check the battery charge (plug in charge for 10 minutes).
- ๐ Try another charger or cable (sometimes contact issues).
- ๐ ๏ธ If the phone is heated, let it cool for 15-20 minutes.
Connect charging for 5+ minutes |
Check if the power button is stuck |
Make sure that SIM-The card is inserted correctly (sometimes it blocks contacts)|
Try holding the buttons in a different order (e.g. volume first, then power)
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โ ๏ธ Attention: Redmi with AMOLED-screens (e.g. Redmi) K40) Long-term button retention can cause Fastboot Mode. If you see an Android robot with an open stomach, release the buttons and try again.
3.Reboot via Recovery Mode (if the phone doesn't turn on)
If standard methods didnโt help, and the phone doesnโt load beyond the logo or reboots cyclically, youโll need access to Recovery Mode, which allows you to reset, clear the cache, or reflash the device.
To enter Recovery:
- Turn off the phone (if it is on, hold the power button for 20+ seconds).
- Click the combination: For Redmi 6/7/8: Power + Volume up. For Redmi Note 9/10/11: Power + Volume up (hold until the Mi logo appears, then let go of power, but keep the volume up).
Recovery
Reboot
Reboot to System
If the phone boots into a Fastboot, you've been holding the buttons too long.
- ๐ Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to exit.
- ๐ฑ Connect your phone to your PC and use the Mi Flash Tool to flash it (instruction below).
What to do if you use Recovery Mode in Chinese?
4.Reboot via ADB (for advanced users)
If the phone turns on but doesnโt respond to the sensor (for example, after a drop or moisture), you can reboot it via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires pre-configuring the debugging over USB.
Instructions:
- Connect Redmi to your computer via USB-cable (original!).
- Open the Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (Mac/Linux).
- Enter the command: adb devices If the device is determined (the serial number will appear), execute: adb reboot
If the team didn't work:
- ๐ Try another one. USB-port (preferably) USB 2.0).
- ๐ Reinstall Mi drivers PC Suite.
- ๐ ๏ธ Turn on Debugging. USB Developer settings (if the phone is responsive at least a little).
โ ๏ธ Note: On Redmi with a blocked bootloader (bootloader) some ADB-If you see a device unauthorized error, confirm the debugging on the phone screen (if it is turned on).
Yes, after the update. MIUI|
Yes, due to memory shortage |
Yes, after the fall/blow |
No, never | I don't know what that is.
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5 What to do if the phone does not turn on after restarting
If Redmi does not show signs of life after a forced reboot (it does not vibrate, the charging indicator does not burn), check the following:
| Symptoms. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The phone doesn't vibrate, the screen is black. | Battery discharged or battery malfunctioned | Connect to charging for 30+ minutes, try another RAM |
| Red lights are on, but not turned on. | Critical discharge or damage to the power controller | Charging via USB Type-C with Quick Charge support |
| Vibrates, but the screen doesn't glow. | Display plume or matrix damaged | Connect to the PC โ if it detects a problem in the screen |
| Cyclical reboot (bootloop) | System partition damaged after update | Fastboot or Recovery Fastboot |
If the phone doesn't turn on even after charging and all the button manipulation, there may have been a firmware failure or hardware failure.
- ๐ง Try flashing the device through the Mi Flash Tool (instructions for the device) 4PDA Xiaomi Community).
- ๐ฆ If the warranty is valid, contact the Xiaomi service center.
- ๐ฐ If there is no warranty, check the cost of repair (for example, replacing the battery with a Redmi Note 10 costs in the future). ~1 500โ2 500 โฝ).
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If the phone does not turn on after falling or getting moisture, DO NOT try to reboot it repeatedly - this can aggravate the damage to the board.
6.How to avoid frequent freezes and reboots
Regular Redmi outages are often associated with software errors or misuse. Here's how to minimize the risks:
- ๐ฑ Update. MIUI Up to the latest stable version (check in Settings) โ The phone. โ Updating the system).
- ๐งน Clean the cache once a month (in Settings) โ Warehouse โ Cleanup).
- ๐ Avoid full discharge โ charge your phone at 15-20% charge.
- ๐ซ Do not install applications from unknown sources (risk of viruses causing hangovers).
- ๐ Reboot your phone once a week โ it cleans up RAM.
In the models with AMOLED-screens (e.g. Redmi) K50) Frequent reboots may be due to overheating of the processor:
- ๐ฎ Limit your game time (especially in Genshin Impact or PUBG).
- โ๏ธ Do not leave your phone in direct sunlight.
- ๐ง Use cooling stands (e.g. Baseus Magnetic Cooler).
If the freezes started after the MIUI update, try rolling back to the previous version via Recovery or wait for a patch (usually coming out in 1-2 weeks).