Reset Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 to factory settings: a complete guide with photos

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 remains one of the brand’s most popular smartphones years after its release. But over time, any gadget starts to slow down, glitches, or simply requires a “clean start” before selling. Hard reset solves most software problems, but it’s important to do it right – so as not to lose important data and turn the phone into a “brick”.

In this article, you will find 3 proven ways to reset the Redmi Note 7 (including the Redmi Note 7 Pro models), detailed screenshots of each step, as well as answers to frequent questions: what to do if the smartphone does not turn on, how to bypass the lock. MI-We will also discuss what data will be deleted irrevocably and what can be restored - even if you forgot to back up.

When do I need to reset to factory settings?

Resetting is not a panacea, but 80 percent of the time it helps to bring your smartphone back to life without going to the service.

• 🐢 The phone is severely slowing down, apps are constantly “flying out” or open for a long time – even after cleaning the cache.
• 🔄 After updating MIUI Bugs: camera is not working, communication is lost or the touch screen is not working correctly.
• 📱 You sell or transfer your smartphone to another person and want to delete all personal information.
• 🔒 Forgot the pattern lock or PIN-code, and unlock through MI-account is not working.
• 🦠 Suspecting a virus or malware that is not removed by antiviruses.

However, there are cases where resetting will not help:

• 🔋 Battery swollen or phone does not hold charge (this is a hardware problem).
• 📡 The module is not working. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth physical injury.
• 💧 Liquid under the screen - repairs are required.

⚠️ Note: If your Redmi Note 7 is locked through Find Device (remote lock Xiaomi), reset will not remove it! MI-account associated with the device.

Preparation for resetting: what to save and what to remove?

Resetting to factory settings completely erases all data from internal memory, including:

• 📸 Photos and videos in the gallery (including screenshots).
• 📱 Contacts, SMS/MMS, Call log (if not synchronized with the Google/MI-account).
• 🎵 Music, documents and downloads.
• 🎮 Save in games and settings of applications.
• 🔑 Wi-Fi passwords, social media accounts (unless auto login is used).

What won't get away:

• 💾 Files on the memory card (if installed).
• 🌐 Data synchronized with Google account (contacts, calendar, mail).
• ☁️ Backups in Mi Cloud (if created).

How to save data before resetting:

1. Copy files to the PC through USB-cable (in file transfer mode).
2. Sync your contacts with Google: go to Settings → Accounts → Google → Sync.
3. Backup in Mi Cloud: Settings → The phone. → Backup and reset → Backup in Mi Cloud Backup ⚠️ Note: Xiaomi’s free cloud only gives 5GB. If more data, use Google Drive or a physical drive.

Method 1: Reset via the settings menu (the safest)

This method is suitable if the phone is turned on and you remember the unlock password. Instructions are relevant for the Redmi Note 7/7 Pro on any version of MIUI (including MIUI 12/13/14).

1. Open the “Settings” (cog icon on the desktop).
2. Go to the “About Phone” section: Settings → About Phone → General settings
3. Select “Reserve and Reset”
4. Slip "Settings Reset."
5. Select “Erase all data” (entry may be required) PIN-code-key).
6. Confirm the action by clicking “Done” or “Reset”.

The phone will restart and start the cleaning process (3-10 minutes) and after the reset, you will see the screen of the initial settings, as after the purchase.

Method 2: Reset via Recovery Mode (if the phone is not turned on)

If the Redmi Note 7 is stuck on the logo, unresponsive or locked, a Recovery reset will help, which works even without a password, but requires physical access to the phone’s buttons.

1. Turn off the phone (press the power button for 10 seconds).
2. Press the button combination: Power button + Volume up Hold them for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo and Recovery menu appear.
3. Choose a language (usually English or Chinese).
4. Move through the menu with volume buttons, confirm the choice of the power button.
5. Select "Wipe Data» → «Wipe All Data».
6. Confirm the reset (select "Confirm").
7. After cleaning, select “Reboot” → “Reboot to System”.

If instead of a standard Recovery, you see a black screen that says "No command," you have a custom Recovery (like TWRP) on your phone.

1. Press the power + volume up again.
2. In TWRP, select Wipe → Format Data.
3. Enter yes to confirm.
4. Reboot through the Reboot → System.

⚠️ Note: If after reset via Recovery, the phone asks to enter a password from MI-account, and you do not remember it, you can unlock the device only through the official Xiaomi service (you will need a purchase check).

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If the volume buttons don't work, try connecting your phone to charge for 10 minutes before entering Recovery, which sometimes helps wake up the device.

Method 3: Fastboot Reset (for power users)

This method is used if:

• 🔧 Recovery is damaged or not opened.
• 📱 Phone 'bricked' after failed firmware.
• 🔒 We need to get around the lock. MI-Account (only for unlocked bootloader!).

To reset via Fastboot, you will need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 🛠️ The Mi Flash Tool or ADB/Fastboot.

Step-by-step:

1. Install drivers for Redmi Note 7 (download from the official Xiaomi website).
2. Turn off the phone and turn to Fastboot mode: Press the power button + volume down On the screen will appear a hare in a hat-eared (Fastboot logo).
3. Connect your phone to your PC and open the command line (Win + R → cmd).
4. Check the connection command: fastboot devices If the device is determined (its serial number will appear), continue.
5. Run the reset command: fastboot erase userdata fastboot erase cache fastboot reboot

After the reboot, the phone will be reset to factory settings. If you need to completely reflash the device (for example, after a software failure), use the Mi Flash Tool with the official firmware for the Redmi Note 7 (codename lavender).

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Reset via Fastboot only deletes user data, but does not touch system files. If the phone does not turn on due to corrupted software, you will need a complete firmware reflash.

Frequent mistakes and their solutions

Even if you follow the instructions correctly, you can have problems.

If the phone does not detect after the reset SIM-map, check it out:

• 📶 Is it properly installed? SIM (Redmi Note 7 tray for two cards + microSD).
• 🔄 Is the “Only” regime included 4G» In the network settings (sometimes reset to the 2G).
• 📡 Is the communication module damaged (check in the service).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions