How to drop the phone to the factory settings Xiaomi Redmi Note 4

Modern smartphones accumulate a huge amount of temporary files and system debris, which inevitably leads to a slowdown in the interface. Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 device, despite its legendary reliability, eventually also begins to require radical cleanup measures. Complete data cleaning is the most effective way to return the gadget to its original response speed and eliminate software errors.

The process of restoring the original state of the system is necessary not only when selling a device, but also before installing custom firmware or after a failed update. It is important to understand that resetting to factory settings will irrevocably delete all your personal data, including contacts, photos and installed applications.

In this guide, we will look at all the available ways to get Redmi Note 4 back out of the box. We will discuss standard procedures through the settings menu, the use of the Recovery engineering menu and the ability to remotely manage your account. Follow the instructions carefully to avoid losing important information.

Preparation of the device for complete reset

The first and most critical step is to back up all the important data. Even if you plan to sell your phone, you may need to keep your email history and passwords in the future. Xiaomi owners can use the built-in cloud service or third-party backup utilities.

Make sure the battery is at least 50-60%. Interrupting the reset process due to battery discharge can cause serious errors in the bootloader or damage to system partitions. If the phone is unstable, it is better to connect it to the power source during the operation.

Notice the Mi Account binding. Once reset, Find Device's security system can request a password from the account to which the phone was linked, and if you forget that, it's going to be extremely difficult to unlock the device.

It is also worth checking for a microSD card, and if it is installed, it is recommended to remove it before starting the procedure, so as not to accidentally format the external drive along with the internal memory, this is especially true if the flash card stores important documents.

⚠️ Note: Deletion of data is irreversible. Once the procedure is complete, it will be impossible to recover files without professional equipment.

Method 1: Reset via the Android settings menu

The safest and easiest method is available to every user who has access to a smartphone desktop, ideal for a full-time sale of the device or a planned cleaning of the system from accumulated debris. MIUI Provides easy access to the necessary functions.

To start, open the main menu and find the Settings icon. Depending on the firmware version (Global or China), the path may vary slightly, but the logic remains the same. You will need to find the section responsible for general information about the system and its parameters.

Go to About Phone, which is usually at the bottom of the list, and it shows the MIUI version, build number, and device model, and at the bottom of the screen you'll see the Reset button, and you'll click on it and you'll be taken to the Cleanup Selection menu.

The system will offer two options: Reset (without deleting files) and Erase all data. To return to full factory state, choose the second option. The system will warn you several times about the consequences and ask you to enter a graphical key or password to unlock the screen.

Once confirmed, the phone will restart and start the formatting process. The screen may go out and light up several times, which is normal behavior. Don't try to interrupt the device until the language selection welcome window appears.

Method 2: Recovery Mode (Hard Reset)

If the Android operating system doesn't boot, freezes on the logo, or the touch screen doesn't respond, you'll have to use hardware buttons, a technique called Hard Reset, which allows you to run a cleanup bypassing the main interface.

Turn off the smartphone completely. Then simultaneously press the volume button and the power button. Hold them until the Mi logo appears, then the power button can be released, while keeping the volume high. The Recovery menu should appear on the screen.

Navigation in this menu is done with volume buttons (up/down), and the choice is confirmed by the power button. You need to find the "Wipe Data" item and select it. Next, the system will prompt you to select "Wipe All Data" for complete cleaning.

Confirm the action by selecting "Confirm." The process will take a few minutes. When completed, the screen will read "Data wiped successfully." Select "Back to Main Menu" and then "Reboot" to restart the system.

Remote reset via Find Device

If you have forgotten the screen unlock password but your phone is connected to the Internet, you can use Xiaomi Cloud, which is true if your device is lost or stolen and you want to delete data remotely.

Go from any computer or other device to the official i.mi.com website. Log in with the same Mi Account used on the locked phone. From the menu, select the "Find Device" section.

In the list of available gadgets, select your Redmi Note 4. The control menu that appears will have a "Wipe Data" button. You click it and send a command to your phone. Once the device is online, it will automatically clear.

This method requires that you have an active Internet connection on your smartphone, and if the phone is turned off or in flight mode, the command will be executed as soon as it has access to the network.

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If you sell a phone, don't reset it after the reset. Leave the language selection screen to the new owner so he can activate the device under his account without further questions.

Solving problems after reset (Bootloop and errors)

Sometimes, after cleaning, the phone can go into a cyclic reboot known as Bootloop, the screen goes out, the logo appears, and the process repeats itself endlessly, which can be caused by corrupting system files or conflicting firmware versions.

First, try resetting through Recovery again, making sure that the item "Wipe All Data." If this does not help, you may need to flash the device through your computer using the Mi Flash Tool utility.

Another common problem is that you need a password from your Mi Account after you reset, which is protection against theft, and if you don't remember the data, you can only restore access through the account recovery form on Xiaomi's website, by providing a check to purchase the device.

⚠️ Warning: Attempts to unlock someone else’s phone through password selection or using paid unlock services can lead to a complete lock on the device. IMEI.

If the phone has been stuck on the Mi or Android logo for more than 15-20 minutes, this may indicate damage to the cache partition. In such cases, cleaning the cache through the Recovery menu ("Wipe Cache") helps, which does not delete personal files, but eliminates download errors.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Proper preparation and creation of backups is the only way to protect yourself from data loss when resetting a smartphone.