Reset Xiaomi Redmi 5 to factory settings: the full guide

Xiaomi Redmi 5 is a popular budget smartphone that is still widely used due to its reliability. However, over time, any gadget begins to slow down, glitches or stops working correctly after updates, in such cases, resetting to factory settings often becomes the only effective solution.

But how do you reset your phone so you don't lose important data and turn it into a brick? In this article, we'll look at three official ways: through the settings menu, Recovery mode, and Fastboot. And what to do if Redmi 5 doesn't respond to buttons or is stuck on the Mi logo.

Important: The reset procedure deletes all user data, including photos, contacts, messages and installed apps. So make sure to back up before you start!

When do I need to reset to factory settings?

Resetting is an extreme measure that is used in the following cases:

• 📱 The phone is severely slowing down, apps are constantly flying out or not opening.
• 🔄 After updating MIUI Critical errors (for example, sensor or camera is not working).
• 🔒 You forgot your pattern lock or screen unlock password.
• 📲 On the screen constantly pop up banner ads or suspicious notifications (possible virus attack).
• 🔄 You need to transfer or sell your phone and you want to delete all personal information.

If the problem is hardware (e.g., the speaker is not working or the screen is broken), resetting will not help, in such cases, repairs are required at the service center.

You should also not drop your phone if:

• ⚠️ You have not made a backup copy of the data (photos, contacts, messages will be lost!).
• ⚠️ Your battery is low (less than 50%) and your phone should not turn off during reset!
• ⚠️ You are not sure about the cause of the malfunction (maybe the problem is solved by a simple reboot).

Preparing for resetting: how to save data?

Before resetting, you need to save all the important data, because it will be permanently deleted.

• 📁 Photos and videos: copy to your computer via USB-Cable or upload to the cloud (Google Photos, Mi Cloud).
• 📞 Contacts: sync with your Google account or export to a file VCF.
• 💬 Messages: Use applications like SMS Backup & Restore for Backup.
• 🎮 Game progress: link your gaming accounts to Google Play or social media.
• 🔑 Passwords: If you use Mi Account, make sure you remember your login and password – after reset, you will need authorization.

If the phone doesn’t respond to touch or doesn’t turn on, try connecting it to your PC in Fastboot mode (clip Volume Down + Power) and copy the data via ADB (command line skills will be required).

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If you have Mi Cloud sync enabled, contacts, notes and certain settings can be reset automatically when you log in to your Xiaomi account.

Also check if the phone is linked to your Mi Account. After reset, you may need to enter your username and password to unlock (Mi Cloud Lock function). If you forget your account information, restore it in advance at account.xiaomi.com.

Method 1: Reset via the settings menu (if the phone is working)

This is the easiest and safest method if the smartphone is turned on and responsive to touch.Instructions are suitable for Xiaomi Redmi 5 on any version of MIUI (including MIUI 12/13/14).

1. Open the settings (cog icon on the desktop).
2. Go to About Phone (or Device in new MIUI versions).
3. Select Backup and Reset (or Reset Settings).
4. Slip on Resetting (could be called Resetting All Data).
5. The system will prompt you to enter a password or pattern lock (if installed).
6. Confirm the action by clicking Delete Everything or Reset the phone.

The phone will reboot and start the reset process, which will take 5-10 minutes, and when you're done, you'll see the screen of the initial setup, just like after you've bought it.

Make a backup copy of the data|Charge your phone to at least 50%|Make sure you remember the password from your Mi Account|Disable your Google account (if you plan to sell your phone)-->

⚠️ Note: If after resetting the phone requires the username and password Mi Account, and you do not remember them, restore access in advance. Otherwise, it will be impossible to unlock the device without contacting the Xiaomi service center.

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

If Redmi 5 is stuck on the logo, does not respond to touch or does not load beyond the lock screen, use Recovery mode, which works even in case of serious software failures.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone (press the power button for 10-15 seconds).
2. Press Volume Up + Power at the same time and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. Release the buttons and you will be taken to the Recovery Mode menu (black screen with English inscriptions).
4. Use the up/down Volume buttons for navigation and Power for selection.
5. Select Wipe Data (or Wipe & Reset in newer versions).
6. Confirm the action by selecting Wipe All Data (or Yes).
7. Once completed, select Reboot to reboot.

If the Recovery menu doesn't have Wipe Data, you may have custom firmware installed, in which case try the Fastboot method (described below).

Method 3: Fastboot Reset (for power users)

This method is used if:

• 🔧 The phone doesn’t even load in Recovery.
• 🔄 We need to reflash the device to clean. MIUI.
• 🛠️ You have installed custom firmware and it is not working properly.

To reset via Fastboot you will need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed Xiaomi drivers (you can download on the official website).
• 🔌 Cable USB Type-C (preferably original).
• 🛠️ Mi Flash Tool (for firmware) or ADB/Fastboot (discharged).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Volume Down + Nutrition and hold until the image of the hare in the hat-eared (Fastboot mode) appears.
3. Connect the phone to the PC.
4. Open the command line (Win + R → enter cmd) and execute commands: fastboot devices (should display your phone serial number) fastboot erase userdata fastboot erase cache fastboot reboot

If the phone doesn't boot after these commands, the system firmware may be damaged, in which case you'll need to completely flash through the Mi Flash Tool.

⚠️ Continuous use of fastboot erase commands without knowing the consequences can lead to loss of life. IMEI If you're not sure what you're doing, you can contact the service center.

What do I do after the dump?

After a successful reset of Xiaomi Redmi 5, you will have to:

1. Initial setting: select a language, connect to Wi-Fi, log in to your Mi Account (if previously associated).
2. Data recovery: If you have backed up your contacts via Mi Cloud or Google, sync your contacts, photos and apps.
3. System Update: Check for updates in Settings → About Phone → System Update.
4. Install applications: download the necessary programs from Google Play.
5. Health check: Make sure the camera, speakers, sensor and communication are working correctly.

If there are problems after the discharge:

• 📶 No network: check the settings of the mobile network → Communications operators or reinstall SIM-map.
• 🔋 Battery discharges quickly: Perform 2-3 full charge/discharge cycles for calibration.
• 📱 Brakes the interface: disable animation in Settings → Additionally. → For developers.

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If the phone requires a password from a previous Google account after resetting (FRP-It can only be removed through official Xiaomi services or specialized programs (for example, Mi Account Unlock Tool).

Frequent mistakes and their solutions

When resetting Xiaomi Redmi 5 users often face the following problems:

If none of these methods helped, it may be a hardware problem (for example, damaged motherboard or memory), in which case we recommend to contact the service center Xiaomi.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions