How to make a full reset on Xiaomi Redmi 6: all working methods

Resetting on Xiaomi Redmi 6 can be required in a variety of situations, from the banal brakes of the system to preparing the phone for sale. But not all users know that there are three fundamentally different ways to return the device to a factory state - and each of them has its own nuances: some methods save data in the Mi Account, others erase everything irrevocably, and still require additional manipulation with the bootloader.

In this article, we will discuss all the current reset methods for the Redmi 6 (including the Redmi 6A and Redmi 6 Pro modifications), their pros and cons, and give a checklist for preparing the phone before the procedure.

If your smartphone is stuck on the logo, does not respond to touch, or requires a password from the previous owner, do not panic. In 90% of cases, the problem is solved by a properly executed hard reset, the main thing is to choose the appropriate method and follow the instructions clearly.

1.Resetting preparation: what to do before the start

Before you start resetting, make sure you don't lose important data.Even if the phone doesn't respond to touch, there are ways to pull out photos, contacts and messages - but they require pre-setting.

If the device is still working, follow the mandatory checklist:

Pay special attention to the link to the Xiaomi account. After the reset, the phone may require you to enter data from the Mi Account that was on it before. If you do not remember the password, restore it in advance at account.xiaomi.com.

⚠️ Attention: Redmi 6 with firmware MIUI 10+ After resetting via Recovery, Anti-Rollback protection may work, which means that the phone will refuse to boot if you try to downgrade the software version. → The phone. → Version. MIUI.

If you reset your phone before selling, remember to turn off factory OEM unlock (if it was enabled). To do this, go to Settings → Additional → For Developers and deactivate the OEM Unlock option. This will prevent possible problems for the new owner.

2. Method 1: Soft reset via Android settings (soft reset)

It's the safest and easiest method, but it only works if the phone turns on and responds to touch, and it deletes all user data, but it keeps the current version of firmware and system settings.

Step instructions:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the section Additional → Recovery and Reset.
3. Select Settings Reset.
4. Click Reset your phone settings and confirm the action.
5. Enter the pattern lock or PIN-code, if required.
6. Wait until the process is completed (usually takes 3-5 minutes).

Once rebooted, the phone will be like new — you just have to go through the initial setup — and this method doesn't require superuser rights, and it doesn't affect warranty status.

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If the phone asks for a password from a previous Google account (FRP) after reset and you don’t remember it, try entering data from the last synced account. If that doesn’t work, you’ll need to bypass FRP via Fastboot (described below).

Advantages of the method:

• 🔹 Does not require a computer or special programs
• 🔹 Keeps the current version of the firmware
• 🔹 Minimum risk of error

Disadvantages:

• 🔸 It doesn’t work if the phone doesn’t turn on.
• 🔸 Does not delete data from internal memory completely (they can be restored by special programs)

Method 2: Hard Reset Recovery Mode (hard reset)

If the phone doesn't respond to touch, freezes on the logo or is locked with a pattern lock, a Recovery Mode reset will help, which erases all data, including firmware, but requires care.

To enter Recovery on Redmi 6:

1. Turn off the phone (press the power button for 10 seconds).
2. Press the Power button and the Volume up simultaneously.
3. Hold them until the Mi logo appears, then let them go.
4. In a few seconds, you will see the Recovery menu (in English or Chinese).

In the Recovery menu, the volume buttons (Up/Down for navigation, Power for selection) are controlled.

1. Select Wipe Data (or Chinese firmware).
2. Confirm the action by selecting Wipe All Data.
3. Once completed, go back to the main menu and select Reboot.

⚠️ Warning: Some Redmi 6 firmware may have a "This" error after resetting via Recovery MIUI version cannot be installed on this device. This means you are trying to install firmware with a lower version of Anti-Rollback than the one that was previously available).

When to use this method:

• 🔧 The phone is not turned on or got stuck on the screensaver
• 🔧 Forgotten pattern lock or PIN-code
• 🔧 You must delete all data before selling

Risks:

• 💀 Possible loss IMEI (Recovery is done through Engineer Mode)
• 💀 Some firmware requires you to enter Mi Account data after resetting

Method 3: Reset via Fastboot (for power users)

This is the most radical method that's used when the first two fail, and it involves completely flashing the phone through the computer using the MiFlash utility, which is guaranteed to delete all data, including the data. FRP-Anti-Rollback locking and errors, but requires skills to work with ADB and Fastboot.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Windows computer (7/10/11)
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (do not damage the port!)
• 📁 Firmware for Redmi 6 (download from the official website)
• 🛠️ MiFlash (last version)
• 🔑 Unlocked bootloader (if you are flashing unofficial software)

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install MiFlash on PC.
2. Unpack the archive with firmware in a folder without Cyrillic characters (for example, C:\Redmi6_Firmware).
3. Turn off the phone and press Volume Down + Power to log into Fastboot Mode.
4. Connect your phone to your PC. Android Bootloader Interface should appear in the Device Manager.
5. Open MiFlash, press Select and point the way to the firmware folder.
6. Select Clean All mode and press Flash.
7. Wait until it is completed (usually 5-10 minutes).

Critically, if you choose the wrong firmware version (e.g., for Redmi 6A instead of Redmi 6), the phone can turn into a brick. Check the model in Settings → About Phone → Device Model.

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Fastboot reset is the only way to get around Mi Account locks and Anti-Rollback bugs, but it requires strict compliance. If you've never flashed your phones, you'd better go to the service center.

5. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Even experienced users sometimes make mistakes when resetting Redmi 6.

Error 1: Phone is not included in Recovery

• 🔹 Check that you are squeezing the food. + Volume up (not down!).
• 🔹 If the phone is dead, charge it to at least 30%.
• 🔹 On some firmware, you need to hold the buttons for 15-20 seconds.

Error 2: After reset, the phone asks for a password from the Mi Account

• 🔹 If this is your account, enter the details of account.xiaomi.com.
• 🔹 If the account of the previous owner – you need to flash through Fastboot.
• 🔹 In extreme cases, contact the Xiaomi service center with a check about the purchase.

Mistake 3: Loss of IMEI after reset

• 🔹 Check it out. IMEI, If you have not dialed *#06#, restore it using Engineer Mode (instruction below).
• 🔹 You will need an original phone box to recover (there is a listing). IMEI).

6. Data recovery after reset

If you didn't back up before reset, don't despair. Some of the data can be recovered even after hard reset.

Photos and videos:

• 📷 Use programs like DiskDigger or Recuva (require root rights).
• 📷 Check cloud storage: Google Photos, Mi Cloud, Yandex.Disk.

Contacts and messages:

• 📞 If you have enabled autoback in Google, your contacts will be restored automatically when you log in to your account.
• 💬 Communications from SMS/MMS It is almost impossible to return it (unless you have a backup in the Mi Cloud).

Applications and settings:

• 📱 The list of installed applications can be restored through Settings → Google → Application recovery.
• ⚙️ Wi-Fi and Bluetooth settings will have to be reconfigured.

If the phone has been synced to Mi Account, some of the data (notes, calendar, some settings) can be saved to the cloud.

Alternative discharge methods

If the standard methods do not work, you can try less well-known, but effective methods:

Reset via ADB (no recovery):

1. Enable USB Debugging in Settings → For Developers.
2. Connect your phone to your PC and open the command line.
3. Enter the commands: adb shell recovery --wipe_data

Reset via the service menu (for experienced):

1. Dial on the phone keyboard ##4636##.
2. Choose Testing → Clear All Data.
3. Confirm the action.

⚠️ Note: Service menu (##...) may vary depending on the firmware version, and incorrect actions on it may lead to network loss or other problems.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions