How to make Hard Reset on Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro: Full Guide

Sometimes smartphone owners face critical situations when the device stops responding to commands, forgets the pattern lock or starts to work incorrectly due to system errors. In such cases, a standard reboot does not help, and the only effective solution is a complete memory cleanup, known as Hard Reset. For the Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro model, this procedure is a standard recovery tool built into the MIUI shell.

Performing a full reset returns the gadget to factory settings by removing all user data, installed apps and media files. This is a radical but often necessary step before selling a device or after a failed firmware update. It is important to understand that the process is irreversible, so it must be approached with full responsibility and pre-preparedness.

In this article, we will take a look at all the options available to reset your Redmi 8 Pro, look at the nuances of working with Recovery mode, and answer frequent questions related to data loss. You will learn how to properly prepare your phone to avoid blocking your Google or MIUI account, and what actions to take if the device screen does not respond to touch.

Preparation of the device before complete reset

Before taking decisive action, you need to perform a number of preparatory operations that will protect your personal data and ensure the stability of the process. Ignoring this stage can lead to the irretrievable loss of important information, such as contacts, photos and correspondence in messengers. Make sure that the battery is at least 50-60%, as a sudden power outage during the formatting of the data partition can damage system files.

The most important step is to back up. You can use the built-in tools. MIUI To save data to the cloud or to the external SD-It is also recommended to sync contacts and calendar with your Google account so that they automatically recover when you log in.

• 📸 Backup photos and videos to Google Photos or your computer.
• 📞 Check the synchronization of contacts with Google account in the phone settings.
• 🔋 Charge the Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro battery to at least 60%.
• 📝 Write down passwords from important accounts if you don’t remember them by heart.

If the phone is activated with theft protection, the system will require you to enter the login and password from the last used Google or Mi Account. If you forget this data, it will be extremely difficult to unlock the device, so make sure you remember the credentials or delete the accounts from the settings menu before resetting.

Method 1: Reset via the Settings Menu (Soft Reset)

The safest and easiest method to do a complete cleanup is available right from the operating system that is running, and this option is suitable if the screen is touch responsive, and you can unlock the device and log in to the menu. Go to Settings, then select About Phone at the bottom of the list.

In the menu that opens, find the Reset button, which is usually located at the bottom of the screen. The system will offer two options: Reset (without deleting files) and Erase all data. We need the second option for a full return to factory state.

⚠️ Warning: After clicking the “Erase All Data” button, the phone will request confirmation in the form of entering a pattern lock or unlock password, as well as a password from the Mi Account if it is tied.

It takes a few minutes. The device will reboot, and the formatting process will start, and the progress of the formatting process will be shown as a percentage, so don't interrupt this process and try to turn off the phone with buttons.

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If you are planning to sell your phone, make sure to log out of all accounts (Google, Mi, Social Network) before resetting so that the new owner does not face an activation lock.

Once the procedure is complete, the Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro will turn on as new, offering to select a language and connect to Wi-Fi. All your applications will be deleted, and standard wallpaper and system folders will appear in place of photos and files.

Method 2: Hard Reset with Recovery Mode

If the smartphone is frozen, does not turn on or the screen does not respond to touch, the only way out is to use the Recovery Mode Recovery mode. This method allows you to reset at the hardware level, bypassing the operating system interface. To enter this mode on the Redmi 8 Pro, you need to perform a certain sequence of actions with the buttons.

Turn the device off completely first. Then simultaneously press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons, hold them until the Mi logo appears, and then the power button can be released, continuing to hold the volume until the main Recovery menu appears.

In the Recovery menu, you can control the volume buttons (up/down), and the choice of item is confirmed by a short press of the power button. You need to find the Wipe Data item and select it. Then the system will request confirmation - select Wipe All Data.

• 🔘 Turn off the smartphone completely.
• 🔊 Hold the volume. + and feeding at the same time.
• 📱 Release power when the logo appears, keep the volume to the menu.
• ✅ Choose Wipe Data -> Wipe All Data -> Confirm.

Once confirmed, the cleanup process will begin. Upon completion, you will see the message "Data wiped successfully." Click on the "Back to Main Menu" button, and then select Reboot -> Reboot to System. The phone will reboot and the initial setup will begin.

Reset via service menu (USSD code)

There is a lesser-known but effective way to reset settings through a dedicated service menu available by code, which works similarly to resetting through settings, but allows you to get to the desired section faster. Open the Phone app and type the combination ##8351##.

If the code is active on your firmware version, the phone will automatically go into reset mode, but it is worth noting that on modern versions of MIUI with enhanced security, this code can be blocked or redirected to the usual settings menu.

In some firmware modifications, code ##7780## can also initiate a reset by only deleting user data and applications, but leaving system files and media in place. Always read the warnings on the screen before confirming.

Remember that service codes may vary depending on the regional firmware version and the Android version. If the code doesn't work, the system will simply ignore the input or issue an error message without harming the device.

Possible problems and solutions

Unforeseen complications can occur in the Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro recovery process, and one of the most common problems is a cyclical bootloop, where the phone is constantly turned off and on before reaching the desktop, often solved by re-entering Recovery and resetting again.

Another common situation is the requirement to enter a password from Mi Account or Google Account after reset (FRP protection). This is normal and is a security measure. If you forget the password, it will take time to restore access through the official sites of manufacturers. In rare cases, you may need to flash the device through your computer using the Mi Flash Tool utility.

⚠️ Note: If after resetting the phone warms up in the area of the processor and does not load more 15-20 In this case, you need to flash through the Fastboot.

And sometimes, users are faced with the fact that the touch screen does not work in Recovery mode, which is a normal behavior, since the touchscreen drivers in this mode are often not active, and control is carried out exclusively by mechanical volume and power buttons.

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Cyclical reboot after reset often indicates damage to the system partition or incompatibility of the previously installed custom firmware with the current state of the bootloader.

If none of the software methods work, the problem may lie in the hardware: a power button malfunction, battery bloating or damage to the board.

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