How to make Hard Reset on Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus: Full Guide

Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus, also known globally as Redmi Note 5, remains a popular device due to its balance between performance and cost. However, over time, even reliable gadgets begin to work unstable, freeze or require complete memory cleaning before selling.

The complete reset procedure removes all user information, including contacts, photos, installed apps and account logins, a radical but often necessary step to restore the system or prepare the device for a new owner. It is important to understand that once this operation is performed, it will be impossible to return deleted data without prior backup, so the process must be approached consciously.

In this article, we will take a closer look at all the options available to reset your settings on Redmi 5 Plus, take a look at the method through the standard MIUI menu, log in to Recovery mode using physical buttons, and discuss the nuances of working with a Google account and Mi Account.

Preparation of the device before resetting settings

Before you take any drastic action, you have to follow a set of preparatory procedures that will secure your data and ensure that the process is completed successfully. The first and most critical step is to create a complete backup of all the important information. You can use the built-in MIUI tools to save data to your computer or cloud storage.

Make sure the battery level is at least 50-60% Interrupting the reset process due to battery discharge can damage system partitions and turn the smartphone into a “brick”.

The second important aspect is detachment of accounts: if the device activates Google Find My Device or Mi Cloud protection, after resetting the phone will require entering the username and password from these accounts on the first download, if you forget this data, access to the device will be blocked.

• 📱 Backup your contacts, photos and documents SD-card.
• 🔋 Check the battery charge and connect the device to the charger if necessary.
• 🔑 Remember or write down passwords from Google and Mi Account accounts linked to your smartphone.

Method 1: Reset via the MIUI settings menu

The easiest and safest way to return to factory settings is available directly from the operating system that is running, which is suitable if the smartphone screen is touch responsive and the menu is not hanging. First, open the Settings app and scroll down to the About Phone section.

In the menu that opens, find Reset, and the system will offer two options: Reset (reset only system settings by saving files) and Erase all data (full Hard Reset), and we are interested in the second option, which will completely clear the internal memory.

After selecting the data erasure option, the system will request confirmation of the action and may require you to enter a pattern lock or screen unlock password for security.

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Before starting the reset through the settings menu, it is recommended to remove SIM-microSD card and memory card to avoid accidental deletion of data from them, although modern versions MIUI Usually ask for confirmation for each card separately.

The deletion process can take anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes depending on the amount of memory filled.The smartphone will automatically restart and you will see the screen of the initial setting, as when you first turn on the new device.

Method 2: Hard Reset with Recovery Mode

If the smartphone doesn't turn on, freezes on the logo or the touch screen doesn't respond, the only way out is to use Recovery mode. This method allows you to reset at the system level, ignoring the state of the interface. To enter this mode on Redmi 5 Plus, you need to turn off the device completely.

Once the screen goes out, press the volume button and the power button at the same time. Hold them until the Mi logo appears, after which the power button can be released, while continuing to hold the volume. In a few seconds, the main Recovery menu with a black or orange background will open.

This menu is controlled by volume buttons (up/down) to move to points and a power button to confirm the selection. You need to find the Wipe Data item and select it. Next, the system will suggest select Wipe All Data for complete cleaning.

⚠️ Attention: In Recovery mode, the touch screen is not working. All actions are performed exclusively by mechanical volume and power buttons, so be careful when navigating.

Once the action is confirmed (Confirm), the formatting process will begin. Upon completion, the message "Data wiped successfully" will appear on the screen. To exit, select Back to Main Menu, and then Reboot → Reboot to System.

Method 3: Reset via Google (Find My Device)

There is a remote reset method that is useful in case of loss of the device or if the screen of the smartphone is broken, but the device is connected to the Internet. This uses the service Google Find My Device. You will need a computer or other smartphone with Internet access and knowledge of the login and password from the Google account installed on Redmi 5 Plus.

Go to the official Google website and log in. From the device list, select your Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus. From the management menu, select the option “Erase Device”.

The system will warn that all data will be deleted irrevocably, and after confirmation, the command will be sent to the smartphone.

Once the device is online (via Wi-Fi or mobile internet), it will automatically execute a reset command.This method also helps bypass screen locking if you forget the pin code, but will not help if the device is not connected to the network.

Solving problems: forgotten password and account blocking

One of the most common problems after performing Hard Reset is a Google account request (FRP) — a security mechanism that prevents the use of a stolen device. If you reset your phone through Recovery, but did not delete your Google account beforehand, the system will require you to enter a password from the last synchronized account.

In the case of Xiaomi, Mi Account lock can also be activated. If the phone was tied to a "Mi-account" and the "Find the device" function is enabled, you can not activate the smartphone without a password. It is impossible to circumvent this protection by legal methods - it is done for the safety of users.

⚠️ Attention: Bypass software FRP Often contains viruses or is a fraud, and the only reliable way to unlock is to remember your password or submit a check to a service center.

If you forget your Google account password, try to re-access your computer by clicking on the "Forgot your password?" link on Google's login page.This will take time, but will allow you to legally unlock Redmi 5 Plus after you reset.

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FRP protection is only activated if your Google account was synced to your device for less than 24 hours before the reset or if your phone was reset remotely/through Recovery without first logging out of your account.

What to do after the discharge is completed

After successfully restarting and completing the initial setup, you will have a clean MIUI system in front of you. First of all, it is recommended to check for operating system updates. Go to Settings → About Phone → System Update and click “Check Updates”.

You then need to restore the data from the backup, and if you've used the Mi Cloud or Google Drive cloud, the process will go through automatically when you enter your account, and you can download the apps again through Google Play Market or GetApps.

Please note that after reset, some applications may require re-authorization, as their cache and saved sessions have been deleted.

It’s also worth reconfiguring the power saving and permissions for applications, as they’ve returned to factory values, which will ensure the Redmi 5 Plus works optimally and extend battery life.