Xiaomi Redmi Note 7, despite its age, remains a popular device, but over time, software failures can slow down its operation. Accumulated cache, application conflicts or errors in the system sometimes lead to the fact that the gadget begins to work unstable, in such situations, the most effective solution is to return the device to factory settings.
A complete reset procedure known as Hard Reset allows you to delete all user data and return the software to its original state, not just deleting files, but deep cleaning of system partitions, which often helps to revive the device after failed updates or viruses.
In this article, we will discuss in detail all the available ways to perform this operation, you will learn how to prepare the device for critical changes, what are the methods to enter recovery mode, and how to avoid blocking your account after a reboot.
Preparation of the device for the discharge procedure
Before any manipulation of system files begins, you need to make sure that your data is secure. A complete reset permanently removes photos, contacts, messages and installed applications from the internal memory of the device. Backup is a mandatory step, ignoring which can lead to the loss of important information forever.
It is also critical to check the battery level: interrupting the cleaning process due to battery discharge can damage system files and turn the smartphone into a "brick" Make sure the charge is at least 60-70% before start.
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Before resetting, remove the microSD memory card and SIM-card so as not to accidentally format their contents or damage tray contacts when restarting.
Don't forget to untie your accounts or at least remember your passwords. MIUI It has protection against theft, so after resetting the phone will require authorization in a previously used Google account or Mi-account.
- 📸 Backup photos and videos to the cloud or to your computer.
- 🔋 Charge the smartphone battery to at least 70%.
- 🔐 Remember the passwords from Google and Mi-accounts.
- 📱 Save important contact numbers to the cloud or to the cloud SIM-map.
⚠️ Warning: If two-factor authentication is enabled on your device, make sure you have access to a phone number or backup email to restore access to your accounts.
Reset via the system settings menu
The easiest and safest way to bring the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 back to factory status is to use a regular settings menu, which is suitable for cases when the smartphone is turned on, the screen responds to touch, and you have access to the system.
To start, open the main menu and find the Settings icon, and in the options list that opens, scroll down to the About Phone section, and this is where the basic system and memory management tools of the device are located.
☑️ Check before reset via menu
Inside the About Phone section, find the Reset button, which is usually located at the bottom of the screen, and the system will offer two options: Reset all settings (saves files) and Erase all data. For a complete reset, choose the second option.
Once you select the deletion option, the system will ask you to enter the screen unlock password or the pattern lock, which is a measure of protection against accidental deletion of information by unauthorized persons, confirm the action, and the process of preparing for the reboot begins.
- 📲 Go to Settings. → The phone.
- 🗑️ Click the Reset button at the bottom of the screen.
- ✅ Select the option to erase all data.
- 🔢 Enter the lock password to confirm.
⚠️ Note: The erasure process can take anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes. Do not try to speed it up by pressing the buttons again so as not to cause a software error.
Hard Reset via Recovery Mode
If the smartphone does not load, freezes on the logo or the touch screen does not respond, Recovery Mode Recovery mode is used. This method allows you to reset at the bootloader level, bypassing the operating system.
To enter this mode on the Redmi Note 7, you need to turn the device off completely. Then simultaneously press the volume button and the power button. Hold them until the Mi logo appears, then release the power button, continuing to keep the volume.
What happens if Recovery does not open?
In the Recovery menu, you have volume buttons (up/down) and you have a power button to make the choice. Navigation can be unusual because the touch screen doesn't work here. You need to find the Wipe Data item.
Once you select Wipe Data, the system will request confirmation, select Wipe All Data and confirm the action, and begin formatting the partitions, which will be reported by the progress bar on the screen.
- 🔌 Turn off the smartphone completely.
- 🔊 Hold the volume. + and feeding at the same time.
- 📉 With the volume buttons, select Wipe Data.
- ⚡ The power button confirms Wipe All Data.
When the process is complete, the phone will automatically restart, and the first boot after the reset will last longer than usual, sometimes up to 10 minutes, as the system recreates the necessary configuration files.
Use of the service menu for diagnostics
An alternative way to enter reset mode is through the service menu of engineering tests, a method less known to ordinary users, but may be useful if standard paths are blocked or modified by the manufacturer in a particular firmware version.
To access this menu, open the Phone app and dial the special code ##7780##. If the code is supported by your version of MIUI, a reset warning will appear on the screen.
The system will offer two options: reset application settings and clean internal memory. To return to factory state, you need to choose the option of cleaning internal memory. Be careful, this method may not request re-confirmation, acting instantly.
| Method | Access to the system | Difficulty | Risk of error |
|---|---|---|---|
| Through Settings. | Required. | Low. | Minimum |
| Recovery Mode | Not required | Medium | Medium. |
| Service code | Required. | Low. | High-pitched |
| Mi Flash Tool | Not required | Tall. | High-pitched |
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Service codes may vary depending on the regional firmware version (Global, CN, EU), so this method is not universal for all Redmi Note 7s.
Removal of the forgotten lock password
One of the common reasons users are looking for a way to do a complete reset is a forgotten password, PIN-In this case, Hard Reset is the only way to return access to the device, although all data will be lost.
If you forget your password, you will have to use the Recovery Mode method described above, as you will not be able to enter the soft reset settings. Once you reboot, the phone will be clean, but you will need confirmation of the owner.
It's important to understand the work of FRP (Factory Reset Protection), where if you have a Google account entered before you reset your phone, you'll need to enter your email and password when you turn it on, and it's a theft protection that you can't get around with a simple reset.
In some cases, if you don’t remember the password from your Google account, it may take time to restore access through the account recovery procedure on another device.
- 🔒 Reset will remove the screen lock password.
- 📧 Google Accounts Will Be Linked to Your Device.
- 🛡️ FRP Protection requires the entry of old data to activate.
- 📵 Without a Google Password, your phone will remain locked.
⚠️ Attention: Attempts to circumvent FRP using third-party software can lead to the final locking of the device or disruption of the communication modules.
Possible problems after discharge and their solution
After performing the full reset procedure, users may encounter a number of unusual situations: for example, the phone can hang on the Mi or Android logo for a long time. This is normal for the first download, but if the process lasts more than 20 minutes, the system partition may be damaged.
Another common problem is no network or broken Wi-Fi. This may be because the reset returned the old radio configurations. In this case, resetting the network settings through the Settings menu → Connections and Sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile networks and Bluetooth helps.
Also worth mentioning is the possible appearance of ads in system applications after a reset. When you first set up, MIUI often suggests turning on recommendations that are active by default. These can be turned off in the settings of each application separately or through the Password and Security menu → Authorization and Review.
If the smartphone stopped responding to commands and only the charging indicator is on, the bootloader may have been damaged, in which case you will need to flash the device through the computer using the Mi Flash Tool utility and official firmware.