How to Reset Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus to Factory Settings: The Complete Guide

The Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus, launched in early 2018, is still popular thanks to its large screen and robust metal body. However, over time, the MIUI operating system may become unstable, with errors appearing, applications crashing, and the battery draining faster than usual. In such situations, the most effective solution is to completely reset the device to its original state, which eliminates software conflicts and restores its previous performance.

The factory-back procedure, often referred to as Hard Reset or Vipe, removes all user information from internal memory, which includes contacts, photos, videos, downloaded apps and account settings. It is important to understand that once the process is complete, it will not be possible to recover deleted data by standard means, so pre-preparation is critical.

In this guide, we will take a detailed look at all available methods for resetting settings on Redmi 5 Plus. We will break down the regular funds through the system menu, use the Recovery engineering menu for cases when the phone is locked, and also touch on the topic of reset via your computer. carefully follow each step to avoid errors and successfully complete the procedure.

Preparing the device for a complete data reset

Before you start taking active steps to clean up your memory, you need to make sure that your device is ready for this procedure. Backup is the first and most important step that you can't ignore. Because all the data will be destroyed in the process, you need to transfer important information to an external medium or to a cloud storage beforehand.

Backups can be created through the built-in Security → Mi Cloud or Settings → Advanced Settings → Backup and Restore. Select the necessary data such as SMS, call log and system settings, and start the process. Make sure that the battery is at least 50-60%, as a sudden power outage during formatting can damage system files.

• 📱 Backup all important photos and videos by transferring them to your computer or Google Photos cloud.
• 🔐 Write down or remember data from your Mi Account and Google account, as after the reset, the system will require them to confirm the rights of the owner.
• 💾 Remove the microSD card if it is installed so that you don’t accidentally format external files along with internal memory.
• 🔋 Connect your smartphone to the charger or make sure the battery is high before starting the procedure.

⚠️ Note: If you do not know the password from the Mi-account associated with the phone, be sure to untie the device from the account before resetting through the settings, otherwise after turning on, theft protection (Mi Cloud Lock) will work, and you will not be able to use the phone.

Method 1: Reset via the Android settings menu

The easiest and most secure way to get the Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus back to factory status is available right from the operating system that is running.This option is suitable for users who have full access to the smartphone interface and can freely navigate the menu. First, open the main app menu and find the Settings icon, which usually looks like a gear.

In the window that opens, scroll down to Advanced Settings, and that's where the key system management functions are concentrated. Find Recovery and Reset and click on it. The system will offer a few options, but what we're interested in is resetting the settings to get the device back out of the box.

A warning will appear on the screen that all data will be deleted. Press Reset (or Clear Everything) if the device has a pattern lock installed, PIN-The unlock code or password, the system will ask you to enter it to confirm the operation, and then you enter the preparation process, which can take several minutes.

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Before you press the reset button, check again if your contacts are synced with your Google account. This will take a couple of seconds, but save you from losing important information.

Method 2: Hard Reset with Recovery Menu

If the smartphone is not turned on, stuck on the logo or you forgot the password lock screen, the standard method through the settings will not work. In this case, you need to use the Recovery Mode Recovery Mode. To enter this mode on Redmi 5 Plus, you need to completely turn off the device and wait for the vibration or black screen.

Press two buttons at once: Volume Up and Power. Hold them until the Mi logo appears, then release the power button, but keep the volume down until the Recovery menu appears. The navigation in this menu is done with volume buttons (up/down), and the choice of item is made by the power button.

Recovery can be in English or Chinese. You need to find Wipe Data or Clear Data. Some versions of MIUI require you to select English first, then go to the cleanup menu. Select Wipe All Data and confirm the action by selecting Confirm or OK.

⚠️ Attention: In Recovery mode, the touch screen does not work. All actions are performed exclusively by mechanical buttons on the body of the smartphone.

Delete accounts before reset (FRP Lock)

Modern versions of Android and the MIUI shell come with a theft protection system known as FRP (Factory Reset Protection) which locks the device after a reset, requiring you to enter a password from the last synchronized Google account or Mi Account. If you plan to sell the phone or transfer it to another person, ignoring this move will create serious problems for the new owner.

To avoid blocking, you need to manually unplug accounts before performing Hard Reset. Go to Settings → Mi Account, click on the Log Out button and enter a password. Repeat the same procedure for Google: go to Settings → Accounts and Sync → Google, select your email address and click Delete Account.

Once accounts are deleted, the smartphone will no longer be associated with your personal data at the security server level, ensuring that once reset and turned on, the device will only request the initial language and Wi-Fi settings, without requiring old passwords.

First start after resetting settings

After successfully completing the formatting process, the smartphone will automatically restart.The first turn on Redmi 5 Plus after a reset takes longer than usual - from 3 to 10 minutes. The screen can display the Mi or Android logo, as well as a status bar that says "Android is updating." Don't panic or try to turn off the phone at this point.

When the system is fully loaded, you will see a welcome screen with a choice of language. Choose Russian and follow the instructions of the setup wizard. If you have not deleted accounts in advance, this is the stage at which the system can request a password from Google or Mi. Enter the correct data to unlock the device.

Then the system will suggest that you restore data from a backup if you've created it before, and you can choose to restore it from the Mi Cloud or from a local backup. If you don't have backups, just skip this step and set the phone up as new.

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The first turn on after a reset always lasts longer than usual – this is normal, since the system optimizes files and checks the integrity of memory partitions.

Possible problems and ways to solve them

Despite the simplicity of the procedure, users sometimes encounter difficulties. One common problem is the “bootloop” cycle, where the phone is constantly turned off and on without reaching the desktop, which can happen if the reset process has been interrupted or the system partition has been damaged.

In this case, try resetting through Recovery Mode again, paying special attention to choosing the Wipe All Data item. If this does not help, you may need to flash the device using your computer and the Mi Flash Tool utility. It is also worth checking the integrity of the USB cable and ports if you use a PC connection.

Another problem is that there's no network or Wi-Fi after a reset, often by resetting the date and time or updating the operator's settings. APN-Your mobile operator parameters.