How to reset all settings on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: 3 ways + reinstatement

Resetting your smartphone is a radical but sometimes necessary step. Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro, despite its reliability, can start to brake, give errors or just "glut" after a long time of use. In such cases, a full reset (or hard reset) helps to return the device to factory condition. But how do you do it correctly, so as not to lose important data and turn the phone into a "brick"?

In this article, we will discuss three official ways to reset your settings on the Redmi Note 8 Pro: through the phone menu, Recovery mode and Fastboot. You will also learn when to resort to each method, how to prepare for the procedure and what to do if the phone does not turn on after reset. We will pay special attention to the nuances of working with MIUI — Xiaomi’s branded shell, which can complicate the process.

If you’ve never done a setup reset, don’t worry: we’ll detail each picture step (for key points) and warn you of the risks, and at the end of the article we’ll answer frequent user questions, from data recovery to unlocking your Mi Account after the reset.

When do I need to reset my settings on the Redmi Note 8 Pro?

Before you start taking drastic measures, make sure that the problem does require a complete reset.

• 🐢 Phone slows down, apps constantly fly out, and cleaning the cache does not help.
• 🔄 After updating MIUI Critical errors (e.g., infinite boot or bootloop").
• 🔒 You forgot your pattern lock or password and other unlocking methods didn’t work.
• 📱 The device is infected with a virus that is not removed by antiviruses.
• 🔄📱 Before selling or transferring a phone to another person (mandatory for the protection of personal data!).

However, resetting will not help if:

• ❌ The problem is related to hardware breakdown (for example, the display is not working or the battery is not charging).
• ❌ The phone is not turned on due to damaged motherboard or battery.
• ❌ You want to delete your tied Mi Account – you need a separate unlock process.

⚠️ Note: If your Redmi Note 8 Pro is warranty-free, resetting your settings may cancel it. Before the procedure, check the warranty terms with the official Xiaomi dealer.

If you are in doubt whether a reset is needed, try the milder methods first:

• 🧹 Clean the cache manually through Settings → Warehouse → Clear the cache.
• 🔄 Restart your phone in Safe Mode (click the power button) → long-press on "Switch off" → "Safe regime").
• 📲 Update. MIUI Up to the latest version through Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.

Preparing for resetting: how to save data?

A complete reset removes all data from the phone’s internal memory, including:

• 📸 Photos and videos (unless they are synced to the cloud).
• 📱 Contacts, SMS, Call log (if not saved to Google Account or Mi Cloud).
• 🎮 Save games and customize applications.
• 📁 Uploaded files (documents, music, APK).

To avoid losing important information, follow the following steps:

1. Backup through Mi Cloud

Xiaomi offers its own cloud storage, the Mi Cloud, which provides 5GB of space for free, which is usually enough for contacts, notes and parts of photos.

How to make a backup:

1. Go to Settings. → Mi Account → Mi Cloud.
2. Enable synchronization for the desired data (contacts, SMS, notes, gallery).
3. Click Backup. → Backup in the cloud → Create a backup copy.
4. Wait until the process is complete (it can take anywhere from 10 minutes to several hours depending on the amount of data).

⚠️ Important: Make sure there is enough space on your Mi Account. If not, delete old backups or buy extra space.

2. Local backup on PC

If you have a lot of data (for example, tens of gigabytes of photos), it is better to back up your computer.

1. Connect the Redmi Note 8 Pro to the PC USB-cable (select File Transfer Mode on your phone).
2. Copy the folders. DCIM (Photos, Downloads, Pictures and other important data on your hard drive.
3. For backups SMS Use programs like Mi and Contacts. PC Suite (official software from Xiaomi) or Dr.Fone.

💡 Tip: If the phone is not determined by the computer, try it:

• 🔌 Use the other USB-cable (preferably original).
• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 🖥️ Install Xiaomi drivers from the official website.

3. Data retention of applications

Many programs (such as WhatsApp, Viber, games) allow you to back up:

• 💬 WhatsApp: ⋮ → Settings → chat → Backup copy.
• 🎮 In games: Check your account settings (usually linked to Google Play Games or Facebook).

If you use TWRP (Custom recovery, you can do a full backup, but it requires an unlocked bootloader and experience — beginners better refrain from doing so.

Method 1: Reset via the settings menu (soft reset)

This is the easiest and safest method if the phone turns on and you can log in. It's suitable for most users.

Step-by-step:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Scroll down and select About Phone.
3. Click Reset (in some versions of MIUI, this item may be called Reset and Reset).
4. Select Reset settings (not to be confused with Reset Network settings!).
5. The system will prompt you to enter a password/pattern lock (if installed).
6. Confirm the action by clicking Delete Everything.

The phone will reboot and start the reset process, which will take 5-10 minutes, and then the device will turn on with the factory settings, as after purchase.

⚠️ Note: If you have the "Device Protection" function enabled (in MIUI), After the reset, you may need to enter the data of the Mi Account that was linked to the phone!

🔹 Advantages of the method:

• ✅ Does not require special knowledge.
• ✅ Minimum risk of error.
• ✅ Saves the data on SD-map (if it is installed).

🔹 Deficiencies:

• ❌ It will not work if the lock password is forgotten.
• ❌ It won’t help if the phone doesn’t turn on.

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A soft reset via the menu is the safest way, but requires working access to the system.

Method 2: Recovery Mode Reset (hard reset)

If the phone doesn't turn on, freezes on the logo or doesn't respond to touch, you'll need to use Recovery Mode, a technique also called hard reset.

📌 Important: The Redmi Note 8 Pro has stock recovery installed by default if you have installed custom recovery (e.g., stock recovery, TWRP), The instruction will be different.

How to log in to Recovery and make a reset:

1. Turn off the phone (press the power button for 10 seconds if it freezes).
2. Press the Power button + Volume Up button at the same time.
3. Hold them for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo and recovery menu appear.
4. In the recovery menu, use volume buttons for navigation and power button for selection.
5. Select Wipe Data (or Wipe & Reset in some versions).
6. Confirm the action by selecting Wipe All Data.
7. Once you have finished, select Reboot → Reboot to System.

📷 What does the Recovery Menu look like on the Redmi Note 8 Pro:

⚠️ Note: If you select Wipe Data and you don't remember it, you don't need to reset it through recovery).

🔹 Frequent errors when resetting via Recovery:

• 🔋 The phone was discharged during the process. → Always check the charge (minimum 30%).
• 🔄 Hanging in the discharge phase → Wait 10-15 minutes if it doesn’t work – repeat the procedure.
• 📵 No recovery menu visible → The firmware may have been damaged (Fastboot is needed).

Method 3: Fastboot Reset (for power users)

This method is used if:

• 🔒 Your phone is locked and you don’t remember your password.
• 🔄 Recovery is not working or damaged.
• 📱 You need to reflash the device (for example, after a failed update).

⚠️ Attention: Fastboot reset requires you to connect your phone to your computer and use the command line. Incorrect actions can lead to a device "brick" (completely inoperable). If you are not sure of your abilities, contact the service center.

📌 What's the matter:

• 🖥️ Windows computer (or Mac/Linux driverless ADB).
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (better than the one that came with the kit).
• 📦 Mi Flash Tool (download from the official website of Xiaomi).
• 🔋 Charging the phone at least 50%.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the Redmi Note 8 Pro.
2. Press the Power button + Volume Down button for 10-15 seconds until the image of a rabbit in a hat-eared (Fastboot mode) appears.
3. Connect the phone to the computer.
4. Download and install the Mi Flash Tool (link: https://new.c.mi.com/global/miuidownload/index).
5. In the program, click Select and select the firmware folder for Redmi Note. 8 Pro (can be downloaded from the website) https://xiaomifirmwareupdater.com).
6. Press Refresh – the program must identify your device.
7. Select Clean All mode and press Flash.
8. Wait until the process is completed (it will take 5-10 minutes).

📌 If the Mi Flash Tool is an error, try it:

• 🔌 Use the other USB-port USB 2.0).
• 🖥️ Launch the program on behalf of the administrator.
• 🔄 Reinstall Xiaomi drivers.

💡 Tip: If you don’t want to reflash the phone completely, you can use commands ADB discharged:

fastboot erase userdata


fastboot erase cache




fastboot reboot

These commands will only delete user data without affecting the system.

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Before resetting via Fastboot, check the phone model in the command fastboot devices. If the device does not appear, the drivers are installed incorrectly.

What to do after resetting the settings?

After a successful reset, the Redmi Note 8 Pro will turn on in initial setup mode, just like after purchase.

1. Phone setup

Follow the instructions on the screen:

1. Choose a language (Russian or other).
2. Connect to the Wi-Fi network.
3. Sign in to your Mi Account (if it was tied before the reset) or create a new one.
4. Restore data from a backup (if it was made via Mi Cloud or Google).

⚠️ Note: If you forget the Mi Account data, and the phone requires them to be entered after reset - you will need to unlock through the official Xiaomi service.

Data recovery

If you have done a backup, return the data:

• 📸 Photos and videos: copy back from your PC or download from Google Photos/Mi Cloud.
• 📱 Contacts: sync through Google Account or import from VCF-file.
• 🎮 Save Games: Restore through a linked account (e.g. Google Play Games).

3. Optimization of work

So that the phone does not brake after resetting:

• 🚫 Don’t install all apps at once – do it gradually.
• 🧹 Clean the cache regularly through Settings → Warehouse.
• 🔄 Turn off the autoload of unnecessary programs in Settings → Annexes → Auto-start.
• 📵 Use the Performance Mode in Settings → Battery and performance.

💡 Useful tip: After reset, check for updates MIUI In Settings → The phone. → Update: Newer versions often contain bug fixes and performance improvements.

Frequent post-reset problems and their solutions

Sometimes, after a reset, users experience problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

1.The phone does not turn on after reset

🔹 Possible causes:

• 🔋 The battery was drained during the process.
• 📱 Firmware is damaged (especially if the reset was done via Fastboot).
• 🔌 Hardware malfunction (for example, motherboard).

🔧 Decisions:

• 🔄 Repeat the reset via Recovery or Fastboot.

2.Mi Account required after reset

This is Xiaomi's standard theft protection, and if you don't remember your account details,

• 📧 Contact Xiaomi with proof of purchase (check, box).

⚠️ Warning: Buying Mi Account bypasses from third parties often results in fraud or phone damage.

3. no network or no network SIM-map

After reset, the network settings may be lost.

1. Check if it is installed correctly SIM-map.
2. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks and manually configure the operator.
3. Update the operator profile (usually there is an Update profile option in the same menu).
4. If nothing helps, contact the operator to check the lock. IMEI.

4.Fast battery discharge after discharge

This is normal in the early days, because the system indexes files and optimizes work.

• 🔋 Charge your phone to 100% and let it discharge to 0% (battery calibration).
• 📵 Turn off unnecessary background processes in Settings → Battery.
• 🔄 Update. MIUI last-minute.

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If the phone is unstable after reset, check the network and battery settings first, and 90% of the time, the problem is solved without flashing.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions