How to remove the lock screen on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro: all working methods

The lock screen on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro is a necessary security measure, but sometimes it becomes a problem. PIN-Have you had your code blocked after a failed entry attempt? In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to unblock, from standard to technically complex.

It's important to understand that the methods vary in risk and requirements, some are good for unlocking without losing data (if you have a Mi Account attached), others require a factory reset, and we'll describe each option in detail so you can choose the best one.

Let’s get down to the practicalities, below you’ll find instructions with step-by-step screenshots (for key steps), warnings about possible errors, and answers to frequent questions. All methods are tested on the Redmi Note 10 Pro with MIUI 12.5-14 firmware.

1 Unlocking through Mi Account (official method)

The safest method is if you have a Xiaomi account attached, which works even when the screen is locked, but requires Internet access on your phone (Wi-Fi or mobile network).

Algorithm of action:

• 🔹 On the locked screen, tap Forgot your password? (or Forgot password?).
• 🔹 Choose Unblock with Mi Account.
• 🔹 Enter the login and password from your Xiaomi account (the same one used for syncing).
• 🔹 Confirm the unlock through SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).

If your phone is not connected to the network, connect it to Wi-Fi via the Quick Settings Panel (swipe down from the top edge of the screen). On the Redmi Note 10 Pro with MIUI 13+, unlocking via Mi Account works even without an Internet connection if your account was previously linked and the Find Device option is enabled.

⚠️ Note: If you don't remember the Mi Account data or the phone was bought by hand without the previous owner's waivers, this method won't work.

Check that the phone is connected to the internet.

Make sure you remember the username/password from your Mi Account.

Have access to email/SMS to confirm

Battery charge of at least 30%

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2. reset the pattern lock via ADB (without loss of data)

The method is for advanced users who previously included USB debugging (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → 7 taps by build number → Developer Settings → USB debugging). If debugging is not activated, the method will not work.

Instructions:

1. Connect the Redmi Note 10 Pro to the PC USB-cable (original!).
2. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the adb folder.
3. Enter the commands in order: adb shell su rm /data/system/gesture.key rm /data/system/locksettings.db rm /data/system/locksettings.db-wal rm /data/system/locksettings.db-shm reboot
4. After the reset, the lock will be reset.

If you have an adbd error that cannot run as root in production builds, you don't have root permission on your phone.

3. Unlock via Fastboot (with full reset)

This method is suitable if other methods have not worked. It requires unlocking the bootloader (if it is blocked) and leads to a complete reset. On the Redmi Note 10 Pro with a locked bootloader, the method will not work without first unlocking through the Mi Unlock Tool.

Step-by-step:

• 🔌 Turn off the phone. Press the power button. + Loudness down before the Fastboot logo appears.
• 🔌 Connect the device to the PC and open the command line in the folder with fastboot.
• 🔌 Enter the command to reset: fastboot erase userdata fastboot erase frp fastboot reboot

Once rebooted, the phone will be as new as it is, without locking, but without your data. If the bootloader is locked, first unlock it through the Mi Unlock Tool (requires Mi Account binding and waits 7-15 days).

⚠️ Note: Some of the Redmi Note firmware 10 Pro (e.g. global) MIUI 14) The fastboot erase frp command may not work. In this case, use a full reset via fastboot. -w, But it will delete all data, including files in internal memory.

4.Use of Recovery Mode (without PC)

If you don't have access to your computer, you can try resetting the lock through the Restore mode, which also causes data loss, but doesn't require unlocking the bootloader.

How to do this:

1. Turn off the phone. Press the Power button + Volume up until the Recovery menu appears.
2. Use volume buttons for navigation and power button for selection.
3. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (on some versions of Factory Reset).
4. Confirm the reset and wait for the reset.

On the Redmi Note 10 Pro with MIUI 13+, the Recovery menu may require you to enter a password from Mi Account after reset. If you don't remember your account details, the phone will remain locked.

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If after resetting via Recovery, the phone requires a password from Mi Account, try unlocking it through the official Xiaomi website (See “Find the device”).

5. Alternative methods (for specific cases)

If standard methods don’t help, consider these options:

Find Device is a method that deserves special attention: Go to i.mi.com, log in and select your Redmi Note 10 Pro from the device list, and you can remotely unlock the screen or erase data (if your phone is connected to the Internet).

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The most reliable way to avoid data loss is to unlock it through Mi Account or Find Device, and if it's not available, you'll have to sacrifice your data and use Fastboot or Recovery.

6. What should I do if nothing helps?

If all of these methods fail, there are two options:

1. Official Xiaomi service: Contact an authorized service center with documents on your phone. They can unlock the device through special tools (for example, Xiaomi Authorized Tool), the cost of the service is from 1000 to 3000 rubles depending on the region.

Before you carry your phone to the service, check if it is not covered by the warranty. If so, unlocking can be free (if you have a check).

⚠️ Warning: Don't trust "masters" who offer to unlock your phone in 5 minutes through "secret commands"; often they are scammers who can steal your data or install spyware.

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking the Redmi Note 10 Pro