How to completely reset Xiaomi Redmi 8T to factory settings: 3 working ways

Why Redmi 8T Reset May Be Needed and What You Need to Know

Resetting the Xiaomi Redmi 8T to factory settings is a radical but sometimes necessary solution.This 2019 budget smartphone based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 and MIUI can eventually start to brake, issue errors or require cleaning before selling. However, not all users know that an incorrect reset can turn a device into a “brick”, especially if a Fastboot is involved or a bootloader is blocked.

The main reasons for the hard reset Redmi 8T: It's important to understand that resetting removes all the data from the internal memory, including photos in the folder. DCIM, messages and applications installed, and files on SD-The card (if installed) remains intact – but only if the Adoptable Storage function is not used.

Before starting the procedure, check:

• 🔋 Battery charge - not less than 50% (when reset via Recovery, the phone should not turn off).
• 📱 Screen state – if the sensor is not working, resetting through the settings menu is not possible.
• 🔑 Mi Account status – if the phone is linked to the account, after reset, you will need to enter a login / password.

If you reset the Redmi 8T before selling, remember to log out of the Mi Account in the settings and untie the device on the Xiaomi website.Otherwise, the new owner will not be able to activate the phone.

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

This method is suitable if the phone is turned on, the sensor is working, and you remember the pattern lock or PIN-The procedure takes 5-10 minutes and requires no additional tools.

Step-by-step:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the About Phone section. → General settings.
3. Select Resetting → Delete all data.
4. Enter the screen unlock password (if installed).
5. Confirm the action by clicking Reset Settings.

The phone will automatically restart and start the cleaning process. The Redmi logo will appear on the screen with a progress bar. Don't interrupt the process, this can damage the system files. Once completed, you will be asked to configure the device as new.

Backup your contacts in Google Account

Copy photos on PC or cloud

Remember the username/password from Mi Account

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⚠️ Attention: If on Redmi 8T You've got Find Device enabled, and you've got to reset your Mi Account, which was tied to the cleanup, and you can't unlock the phone without it!

Method 2: Hard Reset via Recovery Mode (if the phone doesn't turn on)

If the Redmi 8T is stuck on the logo, reboots cyclically or doesn’t respond to touch, resetting through recovery mode will help.This method is also relevant if you forget the pattern lock.

How to log in to Recovery:

1. Turn off the phone (press the power button for 10 seconds).
2. Press the Volume Up + Power button at the same time.
3. Hold for 5-7 seconds until the Mi logo and menu appear.

In the Recovery menu, use volume buttons for navigation and power buttons for selection.

• 📱 Choose Wipe Data → Wipe All Data.
• 🔄 Confirm the action by selecting Confirm.
• ✅ Wait until it is finished (Data wiped successfully will appear on the screen).
• 🔙 Go back to the main menu and select Reboot. → Reboot to System.

⚠️ Note: Some of the Redmi firmware 8T (for example, MIUI 12.5 Enhanced) Recovery menu can be in Chinese, in which case, look for items with characters (clear data) and (confirm).

Method 3: Fastboot Reset (for power users)

This method is used if the first two did not work or you need a complete firmware reflash. To work, you will need a computer with Xiaomi drivers installed and the Mi Flash Tool utility.

Preparation:

• 💻 Download the official firmware for Redmi 8T (codename).
• 🔌 Install Qualcomm drivers HS-USB QDLoader 9008 (unless the phone is identified in Fastboot).
• 🔧 Unlock the bootloader via Mi Unlock Tool (requires a tied Mi Account).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone and press Volume Down + Power to enter the Fastboot (a hare in a hat-eared hat will appear).
2. Get Redmi on board. 8T PC-only USB-cable.
3. Launch the Mi Flash Tool, select the downloaded firmware (file with the extension.tgz).
4. Press Refresh – the program must identify the device.
5. Select Clean All mode and press Flash.

It takes 5-15 minutes. When it's done, it automatically restarts. Importantly, the first run after the firmware can take up to 10 minutes -- don't interrupt it.

1. to run the program on behalf of the administrator.

2. disable the antivirus (it can block drivers).

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What to do after resetting: setup and recovery of data

After a successful reset, Redmi 8T will offer to go through the initial setup.

Steps after discharge:

• 🌐 Connect to Wi-Fi – This will speed up the download of updates.
• 🔑 Enter your Mi Account information if your phone requests it.
• ☁️ Restore backup from Google Drive or Mi Cloud (if it was created).
• 🔒 Set up the screen unlock (recommended) PIN-finger-print).

If you are selling a phone, skip all the setup steps – the new owner will do it himself. For personal use, immediately check: Settings → About Phone → System Update to install the latest security patches.

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After resetting, Redmi 8T automatically activates Optimized Charging. If you want to turn it off, go to Settings → Battery → Battery Settings.

Common mistakes and their solutions

Even if you follow the instructions correctly, users face problems, and let's look at typical situations and how to fix them.

Error 1: After a reset, the phone requires an old Mi Account you don't remember.Solution: Go to the Mi Account site, restore access via email or phone. If the account isn't yours (like a phone bought with hands), contact the previous owner or provide him with a check to untie the device.

Error 2: Redmi 8T got stuck on the MI logo after reset. Solution: Try re-entering Recovery and running Wipe Cache Partition. If it doesn't work, run your phone through Fastboot (method 3).

Error 3: The Recovery menu does not include Wipe Data. Solution: This means that a customized recap (e.g., TWRP) is installed. In this case, select Advanced Wipe → tick Dalvik, Cache, Data, System → Swipe to Wipe.

Error 4: The computer can't see the phone in Fastboot mode.

• Install drivers manually through Device Manager (look for Android Bootloader Interface).
• Try another one. USB-port (preferably) USB 2.0 on the back of the PC).
• Disable the driver signature in Windows (reboot with the Shift key pressed → Diagnostics → Download options → Disable the mandatory driver signature verification).

FAQ: Frequent questions about resetting Xiaomi Redmi 8T