Reset settings on Xiaomi Redmi 6: 3 proven ways (with photos)

The Xiaomi Redmi 6, released in 2018, is still a popular budget smartphone due to its reliability and ability to upgrade to MIUI 12.5. However, over time, any gadget begins to “slow down”: apps fly out, memory is clogged with garbage, and the system issues errors. In 80% of cases, these problems are solved by resetting to factory settings – a procedure that returns the phone to “clean” state, as after purchase.

But how do you properly reset Redmi 6 to avoid losing important data or completely clearing the device before selling? This article provides 3 working methods (including hidden Recovery Mode features), a method comparison table, and answers to frequent questions about the consequences of a reset. Particular attention will be paid to the nuances of a reset via Mi Account - this method is often missed in standard instructions, although it is the only one that helps if the pattern lock is forgotten.

When you need to reset your settings on Redmi 6

Resetting to factory settings is not a panacea, but it is effective in the following cases:

• 🐢 The phone brakes strongly even after cleaning the cache: applications open for a long time, animation “hangs.
• 🔒 Forgot the pattern lock or PIN-Recovery or Mi Account resets the device.
• 📱 Planning to sell or transfer your smartphone – a complete cleanup will delete personal data (photos, messages, accounts).
• 🔄 After updating MIUI there are glitches: sensors do not work, sound disappears, launcher flies.
• 🦠 Suspecting a virus or malware – reset will remove all installed programs.

However, there are situations where resetting will not help:

• 🔋 The battery is quickly depleted due to battery wear (replacement is needed).
• 📡 Network problems (not catching) 4G, no Wi-Fi – often the communication module is to blame, not the software.
• 💥 Hardware breakdowns: a broken screen, a broken camera or speaker.

⚠️ Note: If Redmi 6 doesn’t turn on at all (no reaction to the power button), reset via menu or Recovery is not possible.In this case, you will need firmware via Fastboot - this is a separate procedure described in our guide on "resuscitation" Xiaomi.

Method 1: Reset via the settings menu (the safest)

This method is suitable if the phone turns on and you remember the unlock password, the advantage is that you can choose whether to save files (photos, videos, music) or delete everything.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the settings (cog icon on the desktop).
2. Scroll down and select About Phone.
3. Slip on Reset (in some versions of MIUI path: Settings → Additional → Reset and Reset).
4. Choose one of the options: Reset - deletes applications, settings, but saves media files. Delete all data - complete cleaning (as after purchase).

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Wait for the reboot (it will take 3-5 minutes).

Once reset, the phone will suggest you set it up as new. If you've chosen to save files, check the DCIM and Downloads folders - they should remain intact.

⚠️ Warning: If Redmi 6 had Mi Account tied, you'll need to enter that account's details to unlock after reset. Without them, the phone will turn into a brick! Make sure you remember the email and password.

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

This method will be useful if:

• 🔐 Forgot the screen unlock password.
• 📵 The phone “hangs” on the Xiaomi logo or MIUI.
• 🔄 You need to reset the settings, but the menu is not available.

Instructions for Redmi 6:

1. Turn off the phone (press the power button for 10 seconds if it freezes).
2. Press the Power button + Volume up at the same time and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi Recovery logo appears.
3. In the Recovery menu, the control is carried out by volume buttons (up / down - selecting a point, power - confirmation).
4. Select Wipe Data (in some versions, Wipe & Reset).
5. Confirm the action by selecting Wipe All Data.
6. After cleaning, go back to the main menu and select Reboot → Reboot to System.

The phone will reboot and suggest that you configure it as new, which is a way to delete everything, including files in internal memory!

Method 3: Reset via Mi Account (if password is forgotten and Recovery is not available)

It's a hidden method that few people know about, and it works even if:

• 🔐 Forgot the lock screen password.
• 📵 The phone is not loaded into the system.
• 🔧 Recovery Mode asks for a password (occurs on custom firmware).

This method will require:

• 💻 Computer with Internet access.
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (better from the set).
• 📧 Login and password from Mi Account tied to the phone.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to the Mi Account website and log in.
2. In the Devices section, find your Redmi 6 (if it’s connected to the internet, it’ll appear as “online”).
3. Press Find the device. → Erase the data.
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email.
5. Wait for a notification of a successful reset (can take up to 10 minutes).

After that, the phone will automatically restart and begin the cleaning process, which is important: this method only works when the Internet connection is active on the smartphone (via mobile network or Wi-Fi).

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If Redmi 6 is not connected to the network because of a locked screen, bring it to a known Wi-Fi network (for example, home), even when locked, the phone can automatically connect to the saved access point.

What to do after resetting settings

After a successful reset, Redmi 6 will offer to go through the initial setup.

1. Connect to Wi-Fi – this will speed up the download of updates and restore backup.
2. Sign in to Mi Account – without it, many features (such as themes or cloud storage) will not be available.
3. Recover the data: 📱 Contacts: sync through Google Account or Mi Cloud. 📷 Photo/video: copy from PC or download from the cloud (if you did backup). 🎮 Apps: Restore from Google Play → Library.

Update MIUI

Settings → About the phone → System update

Set up security.

• Install a new one. PIN-code.
• Activate Find the device in Mi Account (in case of loss).

If after resetting the phone again began to “brake”, check:

• 🔋 Battery condition (wear more than 50% slows down work).
• 📱 Number of installed applications (remove unnecessary ones).
• 🗑️ Free memory (must be at least 2-3 GB).

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After resetting, Redmi 6 may feel "faster" due to empty memory, but after 1-2 weeks, the brakes will return if you don't optimize usage.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even with the correct reset, users face challenges.-5 mistakes and their solutions:

• 🚫 «Mi Account blocked" after reset Reason: The phone was tied to Xiaomi account but you forgot login details.Solution: Restore password through Mi Account site or contact support with proof of device ownership (check).
• 🔄 The phone is stuck on the logo. MIUI After reset Reason: Cleaning process interrupted or firmware damaged Solution: Repeat reset via Recovery or run your phone through Fastboot (instructions are in our Redmi 6 firmware guide).
• 📱 Sensor fails after reset Reason: Sensor drivers fly (rarely, but happens on custom firmware).Solution: Update MIUI before the latest version or reset again.
• 🔋 Battery goes down quickly after reset Reason: Background account sync and app updates Solution: Turn off auto-update in Google Play and limit background activity in battery settings.
• 📡 No network after reset Reason: Settings flew APN or IMEI. Solution: Manually add parameters APN your operator (find them on the provider’s website) or restore them IMEI Engineer Mode (instructions are in our recovery guide) IMEI).

⚠️ Note: If after reset Redmi 6 requires you to enter the old password (which you forgot), and Mi Account is not tied - the phone cannot be unlocked without specialized equipment (for example, UFi Box.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions