Resetting settings on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: a complete guide with 3 working methods

Resetting the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro to factory settings can be necessary in a variety of situations, from the banal brakes of the system to preparing the phone for sale. But not all users know that the wrong reset can turn a smartphone into a “brick” – especially if we are talking about models with a locked bootloader or custom firmware. This article will help avoid typical mistakes and choose the best method depending on your task.

Redmi Note 8 Pro

begonia

Mediatek Helio G90T

ADB

Qualcomm Snapdragon

Fastboot

MI-account

Find Device

Preparation for resetting: what to do in advance

Before you start resetting, make sure you don't lose important data. Even if the phone malfunctions, the chance of recovering photos or contacts after a complete reset is near zero.

• 📱 Synchronization with MI Cloud: Go to Settings → Xiaomi account → Mi Cloud and make sure that synchronization of contacts, notes and calendar entries is enabled.Photos and videos are synced separately - check the Gallery section → Albums. → Mi Cloud.
• 🔐 Account unbundling: if the phone is linked to Google, VK or other services that may need to re-enter passwords after reset, write them down in advance or use a password manager.
• 🔋 Battery charge: Recovery or Fastboot reset can take up to 10-15 minutes. Make sure the battery is at least 30% - when discharged during operation, the phone can turn off and damage system files.
• 📡 Wi-Fi network: if you are resetting your phone due to connection issues, download the drivers for Mediatek in advance (useful for the Fastboot method).

Pay special attention to the binding MI-If the phone has Find Device enabled, after resetting via Recovery or Fastboot, the system will require you to enter the username and password from the Xiaomi account that was linked to the last one. Without this data, it will be impossible to unlock the phone, which is a measure of protection against theft.

⚠️ If you bought the Redmi Note 8 Pro from hand and the previous owner did not untie your MI-account, reset via Recovery will lock the phone forever, in which case only the official Xiaomi service center with a check of purchase will help.

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

This is a good way to do this if the phone turns on, it reacts to touch, and you have access to the Settings menu. MI-account (no need to re-authorize after rebooting).

Instructions:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the About Phone section (the lowest point).
3. Tap 5-7 times on the line MIUI version until the notification appears "You became a developer!".
4. Return to the main Settings menu and select Additional → Reset.
5. Click Delete all data and confirm the action.

The phone will reboot and start the cleaning process, which will take 3-5 minutes, and then you will see the screen of the initial setup, as after the purchase.

⚠️ Note: If you have enabled data encryption in Settings before resetting → Lockdown and protection → Encryption, it can take up to 30 to 40 minutes. Don't interrupt it or turn off the phone!

Make sure your phone is at least 30 times charged%|

Turn off encryption (if enabled)|

Synchronize contacts with MI Cloud|

Record passwords from linked accounts (Google, VK, Telegram, etc.)|

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

If the Redmi Note 8 Pro is stuck on the logo, reboots cyclically or does not respond to touch, resetting through Recovery will help.This method works even with corrupted system files, but requires caution: improper actions can lead to the loss of IMEI or lock the bootloader.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone (press the power button for 10-15 seconds).
2. Press the Power button + Volume up at the same time and hold for 8-10 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. Release the buttons and you will be taken to the Recovery menu (black screen with English inscriptions).
4. Use volume buttons for navigation and power button to select the item.
5. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data and confirm the action.
6. After cleaning, go back to the main menu and select Reboot → Reboot to System.

If after resetting the phone requires to enter a password from MI-If you do not remember your account, try to restore access through account.xiaomi.com. If the account is not yours, contact the previous owner or contact the service center.

Method 3: Fastboot Reset (for power users)

Fastboot is the most radical and effective method, but it requires connecting your phone to your computer.

• 🔄 The phone is stuck in Bootloop (infinite reboot).
• 🔒 Forgotten pattern lock or password.
• 🛠️ You need to reflash your phone after a failed update.

The work will require:

• 💻 Windows computer 7/10/11 (on Mac/Linux There may be problems with drivers).
• 🔌 Cable USB Type-C (preferably original).
• 📦 Firmware archive for Redmi Note 8 Pro (select the Fastboot version).
• 🛠️ The Mi Flash Tool.

Instructions:

1. Install drivers for Mediatek (download from the official website).
2. Unpack the firmware archive into a folder without Cyrillic characters (e.g., C:\ROM\begonia).
3. Turn off the phone and press Volume Down + Power to enter the Fastboot (the image of a hare in a hat-eared will appear).
4. Connect your phone to your computer and start the Mi Flash Tool.
5. In the program, click Select, specify the path to the firmware folder, then select Clean All (full clean) and click Flash.
6. Wait for the process to end (5-10 minutes) and restart the phone.

1. Reinstall the driver manually through Device Manager.

2. Use a different firmware version (e.g. Global Stable instead of China).

3. Run the utility on behalf of the administrator.-->

What to do after resetting: initial setup

After a successful reset, the phone will start in initial setup mode.

• 🌍 Region choice: if you choose China, some features (e.g. Google Services) may not work.
• 🔑 MI-account: if the phone required authorization, enter the account that was linked before the reset.
• 📲 Data recovery: If you have synced with Mi Cloud before reset, the phone will offer to restore contacts and notes.
• 🔒 Screen lock: If you forget passwords, set a pattern lock or PIN instead of a complex alphabetic-digital password.

If the phone is running slower than before, check:

1. Free space in memory (go to Settings → Memory).
2. Background processes (in Settings → Applications → Autorun disable unnecessary programs).
3. System Updates (go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI Update).

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After resetting via Fastboot, it is recommended to make a cache reset to Recovery (Wipe → Wipe Cache) This will eliminate possible lags and errors on the first run.

Common mistakes and their solutions

Even if you follow the instructions correctly, you can have problems, and here are the most common ones and how to fix them:

• 🚫 The error "This device is locked" in Fastboot: means that the bootloader is locked.The solution is to unlock it through the official Xiaomi tool (it will require a tethered one). MI-account and wait for 7-30 days).
• 🔄 The phone is stuck on the logo MI After reset: system files are likely to be damaged, and reset via Fastboot with the Clean All and Lock option in the Mi Flash Tool will help.
• 📵 No net after reset: check if it has crashed IMEI. You can find out by typing *#06#. If the number is zeros, restore it. IMEI Engineer Mode (instructions are available on the 4PDA).
• 🔋 The phone runs out too quickly after reset: this is normal for the first 2-3 days (the system indexes files). → Battery → Using the battery for the presence of “gluttonous” applications.

⚠️ Warning: If the phone stops turning on after being reset via Fastboot (black screen, no button response), don't panic. plug it into charging for 30 to 60 minutes - sometimes after deep cleaning, it takes time to initialize the battery.

How to avoid problems in the future

To avoid having to reset the Redmi Note 8 Pro, follow the simple guidelines:

• 📲 Update regularly MIUI through settings → The phone. → System update: firmware contains critical error corrections.
• 🧹 Clean the cache once every 1-2 months: go to Settings → Memory. → Cleaning and removing unnecessary files.
• 🔒 Do not install applications from unknown sources (enable verification in Settings) → Annexes → Special rights → Installation of unknown applications).
• 🔋 Keep your battery healthy: If your phone turns off at 20 to 30% charge, replace the battery (average life is 2-3 years).

If you are planning firmware experiments, first unlock the bootloader through the official Xiaomi tool. This will save you from blocking problems after unsuccessful manipulations.

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This will help you recover your phone if something goes wrong.-->

FAQ: Frequent questions about the Redmi Note 8 Pro reset