The Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 is one of the brand's most popular smartphones, but even it's not immune to freezes, MIUI errors or sudden crashes.Rebooting the device often solves 80 percent of problems, from slow running to black screen. However, not everyone knows that there are 5 different ways to reboot, and each is suitable for its own situation.
In this article, we will discuss all the methods from a standard soft reboot to forced reboot via Recovery Mode or Fastboot. Particular attention will be paid to cases when the smartphone does not respond to buttons, the screen is out, or the system emits a “No Command” error.
1. Standard reboot (soft reboot)
This is the safest and most recommended way to respond to pressing, similar to rebooting your computer and not affecting user data, suitable for eliminating small lags, cleaning RAM or applying system updates.
How to do this:
- 📱 Hold the power button (right on the body) for 2-3 seconds.
- 🔄 In the menu that appears, select "Reboot" (or "Restart" in English firmware).
- ⏳ Wait until the process is complete (usually 30-60 seconds).
If the menu does not appear, try to pinch the power button longer (up to 10 seconds) - this will cause a forced shutdown, after which the smartphone will turn on automatically.
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If the problem persists after the reboot, check for free space in memory (Settings → Memory). MIUI starts to slow down when the storage is filled by more than 90%.
2. Forced reset (hard reboot)
This method is used when the Redmi Note 4 does not respond to touch, the screen is frozen, or the smartphone is stuck on the logo. Unlike a soft reboot, it is a hardware power reset without the OS shutting down correctly, which can lead to the loss of unsaved data in open applications.
Instructions:
- Hold the power button and increase the volume at the same time.
- Keep them clamped for 10-15 seconds until the screen goes out and the smartphone vibrates.
- Release the buttons – the device will start restarting automatically.
If the combination doesn't work, try replacing the volume button with volume reduction. Some firmware versions only work with this option.
What happens when you have a hard reboot?
3.Reboot via Recovery Mode
If the smartphone is turned on but not loaded beyond the Mi logo, or you see a “No Command” error, rebooting via Recovery Mode will help.This mode allows you to reset settings, clear the cache or install updates manually.
Step-by-step:
Press the power button + Volume increase
Hold until the Mi logo appears (usually 5-7 seconds)
Release buttons after vibration
Select a language (if required)
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In the Recovery menu, use the volume buttons for navigation and the power button for confirmation.
- Select "Reboot" (or "Reboot").
- Confirm the action by clicking "Reboot to System".
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If the Recovery Mode displays a "No Command" error, it means that the system partition is corrupted, in which case you will need to flash through the Fastboot or Mi Flash Tool.
4.Reboot via Fastboot (for power users)
Fastboot mode is designed for low-level operations such as unlocking the bootloader, firmware or restoring the system.Rebooting through it is useful if the Redmi Note 4 does not respond to other methods, but requires a connection to the PC and installed Mi drivers.
How to get to Fastboot:
- 🔌 Turn off your smartphone (forced if you don’t respond).
- 🖱️ Hold the power buttons. + Reduce volume before the screen with a hare in a hat-eared (Fastboot Mode).
- 💻 Connect the device to the computer via USB.
For a reboot from Fastboot:
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5. Reboot through ADB (for developers)
Android Debug Bridge Tool (ADB) This allows you to control your smartphone from a computer, including restarting, which is useful if the screen is not responsive to touch, but USB-debugging was included in advance.
Preconditions:
- 🔧 Included option Debugging by USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to tap → Additionally. → For developers).
- 🖥️ Established ADB Drivers and Platform Tools on PC.
Commands for reset:
| Team team. | Action. | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| adb reboot | Soft reset | For standard reboot with a working screen |
| adb reboot recovery | Transition to Recovery Mode | To reset the cache or install updates |
| adb reboot bootloader | Transition to Fastboot | For firmware or unlocking the loader |
| adb shell reboot -p | Shutting down and then switching on | If you need to completely de-energize the device |
If ADB can’t see the device, check:
- 🔌 Cable USB (Better to use the original).
- 🔄 Connection mode on your smartphone (File transfer, not Charging).
- 🖥️ The presence of Xiaomi drivers in Device Manager.
6.What to do if the smartphone is not restarted?
If none of these methods worked, the problem could be hardware, and here are the typical symptoms and their causes:
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Before visiting the service center, try connecting your smartphone to charge for 30 minutes - sometimes a discharged battery blocks any action, even a forced reboot.
- 🔋 Does not respond to buttons, screen black → Maybe the battery has gone down or the battery plume has gone away.
- 🔄 Hangs on the Mi logo after the update → System partition damaged (reflashing required).
In such cases:
⚠️ Warning: Don't try to disassemble the smartphone yourself - the Redmi Note 4 has a fragile battery plume that is easily damaged.
If the warranty is still valid, resetting to factory settings via Recovery can deprive you of the right to free repair (as this erases the error logs). Before visiting the service, back up your data via Mi PC Suite if the smartphone is at least somehow responsive to the connection to the PC.
7.How to avoid frequent reboots?
Regular freezes and the need to reboot are a sign of systemic problems, and here's how to minimize them:
- 🧹 Clean the cache once a month through Settings → Memory. → Cleanup.
- 🔄 Update. MIUI Up to the latest stable version (Settings) → The phone. → Updating the system).
- 🚫 Remove unused applications, especially from unknown sources.
- 🔋 Watch the battery health (use the AccuBattery app).
- 🛡️ Turn off the autoload of unnecessary programs (Settings) → Permits → Auto-start).
If your smartphone starts to slow down after the upgrade, try to roll back to the previous version of MIUI via Fastboot. Instructions and firmware can be found on the official Xiaomi forum (miuidownload.com).
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The most common reason for the Redmi Note 4 freezes is overcrowded memory. MIUI reserves up to 5 GB for system needs, so when filling up storage at 95%+, failures begin.