How to reset the Xiaomi Pad 4 tablet to factory settings

The Xiaomi Pad 4, despite its reliability, can become unstable over time. Users often experience a slowdown in the interface, application freezes, or a build-up of system errors that cannot be fixed by a normal reboot. In such situations, the only surefire solution is a complete return to the original state of the system, known as Hard Reset.

Resetting removes all user information, including photos, contacts and installed programs, returning the device to the “out of the box” state. This is a radical but effective method that often solves problems of software conflicts and viruses. Before starting any manipulation, it is important to understand that the process is irreversible without a pre-created backup of data.

There are several ways to do this: through the standard Android settings menu if the tablet is turned on, or through Recovery mode if the system is not booting. In this article, we will discuss both methods in detail, focusing on preparing the device for the procedure to avoid losing important files.

Preparation of the device for complete reset

Before you start deleting data, you need to do a number of preparatory steps. Backup is the most important step, because after reset, you can't recover files without a backup. Use built-in MIUI tools or cloud services to save contacts, messages and call history.

Be sure to check the battery level. The process of formatting internal memory and reinstalling system files can take anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes. If the battery sits down at a critical moment, this can lead to damage to the bootloader or a bootloop error.

⚠️ Warning: Make sure the battery is at least 60-70% Interrupting the reset process due to battery discharge can turn the tablet into a brick».

Also, remember to unplug accounts. If your device has two-factor authorization or Google FRP (Factory Reset Protection) enabled, after resetting, the system will require you to enter a password from the last synchronized account.

To prepare, perform the following actions:

• 📸 Backup all important photos and videos to your computer or the cloud.
• 🔋 Connect the tablet to the charger or make sure the charge is high.
• 🔑 Remember or write down passwords from Google and Mi Accounts.
• 📱 Extract. SIM-microSD card and memory card if installed.

Method 1: Reset via the Settings Menu (Soft Reset)

The safest and easiest method is available if the tablet's operating system is functioning normally and you can get into the main menu, which does not require the use of physical buttons and reduces the risk of accidental error when navigating.

To start, open the Settings app on your desktop. Depending on the firmware version (Global or China), the interface may vary slightly, but the logic remains the same. You need to find the partition that is responsible for the system or additional parameters.

The sequence of actions is as follows:

1. Go to the Additional Settings section.
2. Select Recovery and Reset (Backup & Reset).
3. Click on the option to reset (Erase all data).
4. At the bottom of the screen will appear button Reset settings.

The system will request confirmation of the action, as it is a critical operation, and you will be asked to enter a pattern lock, PIN-The unlock code or password is a security measure to prevent unauthorized persons from accidentally resetting the screen.

Once the process is complete, the device will restart and greet you with the screen of initial setup, as when you first turn on.

Method 2: Hard Reset with Recovery Mode

If the tablet doesn't turn on, freezes on the logo, or the touch screen doesn't respond to clicks, the only way out is to use Recovery Mode, which is triggered by a combination of physical buttons before the operating system boots.

On the Xiaomi Pad 4, the power button and volume button are pressed to enter Recovery mode. It is important to observe timing: the buttons must be held until the MI logo appears, and then release the power button while continuing to keep the volume.

Step-by-step instructions for entering Recovery:

• 🔌 Turn off the tablet completely (if it freezes, hold the power button). 10-15 seconds).
• 🔊 Press the Volume Up button and the Power button at the same time.
• 👀 Waiting for the logo to appear MI, Release the power button, but keep the volume down.
• ✅ When the Recovery menu (usually black and orange) appears, release the volume button.

⚠️ Attention: In Recovery mode, the touch screen is not working. Navigation is done with volume buttons (up/down), and the choice is confirmed by the power button.

In the Recovery menu, you need to find Wipe Data or Clear Data. Some versions of Recovery require you to first select a language (usually available in Chinese and English) and then go to the main menu.

Once you select the reset point, the system can request confirmation. Select Wipe All Data or Confirm. The process will go quickly, and a message will appear on the screen about the successful completion (“Data wiped successfully”). To exit, select Reboot -> Reboot to System.

Reset via ADB (for advanced users)

For professionals and enthusiasts there is a method of resetting through debugging USB (ADB). This is useful if the sensor is partially working, but you can't get into the settings menu, or you need to automate the process. USB» menu "For developers».

You will need a computer with drivers installed. ADB connected USB-Connect the tablet to your PC and open the command line or terminal in the folder with ADB-utility.

The command to perform the reset is as follows:

adb shell recovery --wipe_data

Or alternatively:

adb reboot recovery

Once the second command is entered, the tablet will go to Recovery mode itself, where you can complete the procedure. Using ADB gives you more control, but requires you to pre-configure the environment on the computer.

Common mistakes and ways to solve them

Users may experience a variety of problems during the reset process, one of the most common being hanging on the logo after rebooting. If that happens, don't panic. Often, the system takes longer to initially optimize applications and customize the file system.

However, if the tablet is hanging on the logo for more than 20 minutes, the system partition may be damaged, in which case it may be necessary to flash the device using the Mi Flash Tool in Fastboot mode.

Another common problem is blocking a Google account (FRP). If you reset your tablet but forgot to delete your account from your settings before then, the system will require you to enter a password. You can't get around this protection legally without a password, it's a security feature.

⚠️ Warning: Do not try to repeatedly enter the wrong unlock password after reset.This can cause the device to be temporarily locked for 30 seconds, 1 minute, or even for 24 hours.

Also worth mentioning is the problem with a dead screen during reset: If the display goes out and doesn't light up, but the tablet vibrates or warms, the video driver may have crashed. Try forcibly restarting the device by holding the power button for 15-20 seconds.

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If after resetting the tablet is constantly restarted (bootloop), the problem may not be in a software failure, but in a malfunction of the power button or battery, which requires contacting the service.

Initial adjustment after reset

After the procedure is completed successfully and the first download is completed, you will see a welcome screen, the interface language will most likely be set by default (often English or Chinese, depending on the firmware version), and first select the language that is convenient for you.

Then the system will suggest connecting to a Wi-Fi network, which is necessary to activate the device and check for security updates, and do not miss this step if you want the time and date set correctly.

During the setup process, you will be asked to:

• 📡 Connect to the Wi-Fi network.
• 📅 Establish the correct date and time.
• 🔐 Enter Google account details to restore contacts and apps.
• 🛡️ Set up protection methods (fingerprint, face, password).

If you've backed up your Google or Mi Cloud, the system will offer to restore data from it, and you can choose whether to restore it, just contacts, or apps and their settings, which can take some time depending on the amount of data and the speed of the Internet.

Once you have completed the setup, you should check for system updates immediately. Go to Settings → About Phone (tablet) → System Update. Installing the current version of MIUI will help eliminate bugs that may have been present in the old firmware.

Often updates fix errors that cause fast battery discharge or heating, which is especially important for tablets with a large screen diagonal.

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