How to Reset Xiaomi Redmi 4X to Factory Settings: All Ways (2026)

Why would you want to reset the Redmi 4X?

Resetting the Xiaomi Redmi 4X to factory settings is a radical but sometimes necessary solution.This 2017 budget smartphone is still in use by many users, and over time it can start to brake, overheat or issue errors.

First, software failures: If the phone starts to spontaneously reboot, apps crash or the system "hangs" for a few seconds, resets often help restore stability. Second, preparation for sale: no one wants to give up their Redmi 4X with personal data, photos and passwords. Third, a reset may be necessary after a failed MIUI update or if you forgot the pattern lock.

It's important to understand that resetting is not a panacea, if problems are caused by physical damage (such as a broken screen or moisture), then going back to the factory settings will not help. In such cases, you better contact the service center, but if it's the software part, our instructions will come in handy.

Preparation for resetting: what to do in advance

Before you reset the Redmi 4X, make sure to take a few steps to avoid losing important data. Even if the phone is unstable, try to keep at least the essentials.

• 📱 Sync your contacts with your Google or Mi Account account. Go to Settings for this. → Accounts. → Google and enable contact sync.
• 📷 Copy photos and videos to your computer or cloud storage. Use a wired connection or apps like Mi Cloud or Google Photos.
• 🔐 Remember or write down passwords from Wi-Fi, social media, and banking applications, and you'll have to re-enter them once you reset them.
• 📥 Save it. SMS And the call log, if you care about it, you can use specialized applications like this. SMS Backup & Restore.

Pay special attention to your Mi Account. If you forget your password, restore access in advance. After resetting, the phone may require you to enter your account information to unlock (this is a feature of Mi Account Lock, which protects the device from theft).

⚠️ Warning: If you don't remember the password from the Mi Account tied to the phone, the reset could result in the device being locked.In this case, unlock Redmi 4X It will be possible only through the official Xiaomi service with proof of ownership.

Also check the battery power, make sure it's at least 50 percent to avoid a sudden shutdown during the process, and if the phone runs out at the time of reset, it can cause serious system errors.

Method 1: Reset via phone settings (the easiest one)

If your Redmi 4X is turned on and you can go to the settings menu, it is the fastest and safest way to do it, it doesn’t require any additional tools and is suitable for most users.

Step instructions:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the home screen or in the application menu).
2. Scroll down and select Additional settings.
3. Slip on Recovery and Reset.
4. Select Settings Reset.
5. Click Reset your phone settings.
6. If required, enter a password or pattern lock.
7. Confirm the action by clicking Delete Everything.

The phone will automatically reboot and start the reset process. This can take 5 to 15 minutes. Don't interrupt it or remove the battery (if it's removable). Upon completion, the Redmi 4X will boot with factory settings, as after purchase.

Synchronized contacts|Photos and videos saved|Password from Mi Account is stored|Battery charge > 50%|Important accounts (Google, banks) are disabled)-->

⚠️ Note: If your phone has a microSD card installed and you have selected the option to "Clear internal memory", the data will also be deleted. To avoid file loss, remove the card before resetting.

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

If the Redmi 4X doesn't boot or hangs on the MI logo, you'll have to use Recovery Mode, a method that's a little more complicated, but it works even when there's a major system failure.

To enter Recovery, follow the following steps:

1. Turn off the phone. If it doesn't respond to the power button, press it for 10 to 15 seconds until the screen goes out.
2. Press the Volume Up (+) and Power buttons simultaneously.
3. Hold them until the Mi logo and Recovery menu appear on the screen.

In the Recovery menu, the control is carried out by volume buttons (move) and power button (select). The interface can be in English or Chinese - focus on the icons.

Next:

1. Select Wipe Data (can be called Clear Data or have a basket icon).
2. Confirm the action by selecting Wipe All Data or similar.
3. Wait until the process is complete (the screen will display the inscription Data wipe complete).
4. Go back to the main menu and select Reboot to reboot.

If the phone doesn't turn on after the reset, it might be the firmware problem, in which case only flashing through Fastboot (more on that in the next section) will help.

Method 3: Fastboot Reset (for power users)

This is a good method if the first two methods didn't work or if you want to completely reflash the phone. ADB and Fastboot, as well as the original USB-cable.

Warning: Failure to do something in Fastboot mode can turn your Redmi 4X into a brick. If you are unsure of your abilities, you should contact the service center.

Instructions:

1. Download and install Google’s Platform Tools (includes fastboot and adb).
2. Turn off your phone and press Volume Down + Power to enter Fastboot Mode. A hare in a hat-out-of-the-box (Fastboot logo) will appear on the screen.
3. Connect Redmi 4X to your computer via USB.
4. Open the command prompt (or Terminal on Mac/Linux) and go to the platform-tools folder.
5. Enter the command to check the connection: fastboot devices If the phone is determined, you will see its serial number.
6. 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 a full flashing, download the official firmware for Redmi 4X (codename santoni) from Xiaomi Firmware and run it through Fastboot with the command:

fastboot flash all [name file firmware].zip

⚠️ Note: Fastboot firmware deletes all data, including files in internal memory.If you use informal firmware (e.g. LineageOS), after returning to stock MIUI It may be necessary to unlock the bootloader, which will lead to the deletion of all data.

What to do after resetting: the initial setting

After a successful reset, the Redmi 4X will boot with a welcome screen, like after purchase.

• 🌍 Language and region choice: Install Russian and Russia (or your country) to avoid problems with Google services.
• 🔄 Data recovery: If you have synced contacts and apps with Mi Account or Google, select the appropriate recovery option.
• 🔒 Set up the lock. We recommend you install it. PIN-code or pattern lock for security.
• 📱 Update MIUI. After reset, check for updates in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.

If you're selling a phone, don't restore your data.

1. Pass the initial setting to the main screen.
2. Go to Settings → Accounts and delete all associated accounts.
3. Perform another reset via settings (as in Method 1) to remove traces of your activity.

This ensures that the new owner will not be able to recover your data.

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If the phone is slower after reset, try turning off the interface animation. To do this, activate Developer Mode (7 times tap the MIUI version in the settings) and in Settings → Additional → For developers, set Windows Animation, Transition Animation and Duration of the Animator on Off.

Common mistakes and their solutions

Even if you follow the instructions accurately, you can have problems, and let's look at the most common mistakes and how to fix them.

If none of these methods worked, there may be a hardware problem, such as a faulty flash memory (eMMC) that can block the recording of data, which will not complete the reset, which will require a diagnosis at a service center.

Another common mistake is to have "No command" written in Recovery. This is not critical: just press Power and Loudness up for 3-5 seconds to update the menu.

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If the phone starts to overheat or run out quickly after reset, check the battery status. For the Redmi 4X, the normal capacity after 3-4 years of use is 70-80% of the original. If less, consider replacing the battery.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Redmi 4X reset