Reset Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro to factory settings: a complete guide with photos

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro

Reset to factory settings

However, not everyone knows that an incorrect reset can lead to loss of access to the Mi Account account (if the phone is linked to the account) or even to the device's "brick". In this article, 3 proven methods of resetting, detailed instructions from the photo, and tips on how to avoid typical errors.

If you’ve never reset your settings to Xiaomi before, don’t worry: we’ll take each step so that even a beginner can handle it without problems, and for experienced users, we’ve prepared advanced methods through Fastboot and Recovery that will come in handy in difficult cases, for example, if the phone is not turned on or locked.

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1.Resetting preparation: what to do before the start

Before you hit the Reset button, make sure you don’t lose important data. Redmi Note 3 Pro doesn’t always warn you of the consequences, and recovering information after a complete reset is not an easy task.

What will be removed when discharged:

• 📱 All installed applications and their data (including saves in games).
• 📷 Photos, videos and music stored in internal memory (not on the computer) SD-map!).
• 📞 Contacts, SMS Call log (unless synced with Google or Mi Cloud).
• 🔑 Settings Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, accounts in social networks and instant messengers.
• 📍 Saved passwords and autocomplete data in the browser.

How to save data before resetting:

1. Copy photos and videos to your computer or cloud (Google Photos, Mi Cloud).
2. Export contacts to the VCF file via the Contacts app.
3. Back up your SMS with applications like SMS Backup & Restore.
4. Take a picture or record important settings (for example, data for connecting to Wi-Fi).

⚠️ Warning: If the device protection feature is enabled on the phone (in the Mi Account settings), after reset, you will need to enter the username and password from the Xiaomi account!

If you don’t remember the Mi Account, try to restore it in advance at account.xiaomi.com, otherwise, after the reset, the phone will turn into a brick.

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2. Method 1: Reset via the settings menu (the easiest)

This is a standard method that works if the phone turns on and you can go into the settings, it doesn't require any additional tools and it only takes a few minutes.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Scroll down and select Additional settings.
3. Slip on Recovery and Reset.
4. Select Settings Reset.
5. Click Delete all data and confirm the action.

The phone will reboot and start the cleaning process. It can take 5 to 15 minutes -- don't interrupt it! When the smartphone turns on, you'll see the screen of the initial setup, just like after you bought it.

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi Note 3 Pro firmware may have Recovery and Reset in About Phone. If you don't, search in settings (the magnifier icon at the top).

What to do if the phone asks for a password after resetting?

This means that the device has activated the Mi Account protection, enter the username and password from your Xiaomi account, and if you forget the data, try to restore it through your computer or another phone.

Backup of important data |

Charge your phone at least 50% |

Make sure you remember the password from Mi Account|

Disable Google Account (if the phone is synced)|-->

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

If the Redmi Note 3 Pro is stuck on the logo, does not respond to clicks or does not load beyond the lock screen, Recovery Mode will help. This is a built-in recovery menu that works even in case of serious system failures.

How to get into Recovery on Redmi Note 3 Pro:

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

In the Recovery menu, use the volume buttons for navigation and the power button for selecting an item. The interface can be in Chinese - navigate by icons.

How to reset your settings in Recovery:

1. Select the item with the reset icon (usually second or third on the list). On Chinese firmware, this can be (clear the data).
2. Confirm the action (select Yes or tick).
3. Wait for the process to be completed and restarted.

⚠️ Note: If Recovery does not have a wipe data item, you have custom firmware installed. In this case, a Fastboot may be required to reset (see next section).

After resetting via Recovery, the phone will also require data input from Mi Account if it was tied. If you forget the password, do not try to guess it repeatedly: after 5 unsuccessful attempts, the device will lock for 24 hours.

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Method 3: Reset via Fastboot (for power users)

If the first two methods didn’t work, or you want to ensure that all partitions (including cache and firmware data) are cleaned, Fastboot mode will help. This method requires a computer and drivers installed, but gives you maximum control over the process.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/Linux/Mac.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📦 The Mi Flash Tool or ADB/Fastboot.
• 🔋 Charging the phone at least 30%.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Volume Down (-) and plug in USB-The phone must be defined as a Fastboot.
3. Download and install the Mi Flash Tool (for Windows).
4. Open the command line in the ADB folder and type: fastboot devices Make sure the phone is identified (its serial number should appear).
5. Run the command to completely reset: fastboot erase userdata fastboot erase cache fastboot reboot

The phone will reboot and start the cleanup process, and this method deletes all data without recovery, including firmware settings, so only use it as a last resort.

⚠️ Attention: fastboot erase commands permanently delete data. If you make a mistake with the partition (for example, instead of userdata enter the system), the phone may stop loading!

The following is a good way to use the Mi Flash Tool:

If the commands seem complicated, you can use a graphical interface:

1. Download the firmware for the Redmi Note 3 Pro (for example, from here).
2. Open the file and open the Mi Flash Tool.
3. Select a firmware folder and press Refresh – the phone must be determined.
4. Press Clean All (full reset) and wait until it is completed.

1. Install Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 drivers manually.

2. Use another USB-port (preferably) USB 2.0).

3. disable the signature of drivers in Windows (you need to boot in a special mode).-->

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5. Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even with the seemingly simple process, users often face problems, and let's look at some of the most common mistakes and how to fix them.

Error 1: Phone asks for password after reset, but you don't remember it

This means that the device has activated the protection of Mi Account.

• 🔑 Try to restore your password through the official website.
• 📧 If email is tied, check emails from Xiaomi – there may be a backup code.
• 🛠️ Contact the Xiaomi Service Center with proof of purchase.

Error 2: Reset is interrupted and the phone is not switched on

If the reset process has been interrupted (for example, the battery has died), try:

1. Charge the phone for 10-15 minutes, then reset via Recovery.
2. Use Fastboot for forced cleaning (Section 4).
3. Fly the phone through the Mi Flash Tool (you need a computer).

Error 3: After reset, the phone is stuck on the Mi logo

It could mean damage to the firmware.

• 🔄 Go to Recovery and select wipe cache partition.
• 📥 Fastboot phone (download the official firmware for kenzo).
• 🔧 If nothing helps, memory may be damaged (diagnosis is required in the service).

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If the phone requires a Mi Account after the reset, and you don't remember the data, don't try to bypass the lock through "loops" from the Internet. This can lead to complete loss of the device. The official way to unlock is only through password recovery or contacting the service center.

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6.What to do after resetting: initial setup

After a successful reset, the phone will turn on in initial setup mode. Here's what you need to do first:

Step 1: Choosing a language and region

Choose Russian (or any other language you want) and Russia (or your region), which is important for Google and Xiaomi to work properly.

Step 2: Connecting to Wi-Fi

Connect to the network so the phone can download the latest updates and sync the data.

Step 3: Log in to accounts

• 🔑 Enter the data from Mi Account (if the phone is tied).
• 📧 Add a Google Account to Access Play Market and Backups.

Step 4: Data recovery

If you have made a backup, you can now restore:

• 📱 Contact and SMS Google or Mi Cloud.
• 📷 Photos and videos from the cloud or from a computer.
• 🎮 Save games (if they are synced to your account).

Step 5: Set up security

To avoid problems in the future:

• 🔐 Install. PIN-code.
• 📱 Activate Find the device in Google settings.
• 🔄 Make regular backups (for example, through Settings) → Additionally. → Backup).

Step 6: Optimizing Productivity

To make the phone work faster:

• 🚀 Turn off animation in Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (Tap 5 times according to version, then select No animation).
• 🗑️ Limit the background activity of applications in Settings → Battery → Nutrition management.
• 🔄 Update your firmware to the latest version through Settings → Updating the system.

⚠️ Warning: If you sell or transfer a phone, don't restore your accounts after a reset. Just check that the device is turning on and asks for initial setup.

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After reset, the phone may run faster, but it will slow down again over time, so to avoid this, install the Greenify app to hibernate unnecessary processes or roll back to a lighter firmware (e.g. MIUI 9 instead of MIUI 12).

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