How to remove Fastboot from the screen Xiaomi Redmi: step-by-step instructions

Why Xiaomi Redmi smartphone is stuck in Fastboot mode?

A screen labeled Fastboot and the Xiaomi logo is a common problem among owners of Redmi Note 10/11/12, Redmi 9/10 and other models of the series, which is designed to firmware, unlock the bootloader or restore the system, but sometimes the device gets stuck in it after a failed update, reset or even accidentally pressing a combination of buttons. 80% of the time, the cause lies in a software failure, not a hardware failure.

It's important to distinguish a Fastboot from a Bootloop or a brick (completely disabled). One is constantly on, the other is rebooting every 5 to 10 seconds, the third is not responding to buttons at all, and if your Redmi shows a static image with a rabbit in a hat and FASTBOOT label, then the chances of bringing it back to life without a service center are 95%.

Next, we will discuss how to exit this mode without losing data (if the system is not damaged) and what to do if the smartphone does not respond to standard methods.

Method 1: Forced reset (soft reset)

The easiest and safest method is a forced rebuke, which works if the cause of the crash is a temporary software failure, not a firmware corruption. It is suitable for all Redmi models, including the Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi 9A and the new Redmi 13C.

Instructions:

• 🔄 Press the power button for 15-20 seconds.
• 📱 If the screen is gone, but turned on again in Fastboot mode, repeat the action 2-3 times.
• 🔌 Connect the charger (sometimes helps with a discharged battery).

If after the third attempt, the smartphone never booted, move to the next method. On models with a non-removable battery (for example, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+), long-term retention of the power button may not work, in which case you will need a key combination.

Method 2: Combination of buttons to exit from Fastboot

If soft reset didn't work, try a hardware combination, which works 60 percent of the time and doesn't require a PC connection, and is suitable for devices with physical volume buttons.

Step-by-step:

1. Hold the power button + volume up for 10-15 seconds.
2. Release the keys when the screen goes out or the Mi logo appears.
3. If the smartphone is loaded again in Fastboot, repeat the action, but hold the buttons for 20-25 seconds.

Some models (like the Redmi K50) may have power + volume down, and if none of the combinations work, go to the PC method.

Method 3: Exit through the Mi Flash Tool (for power users)

If the hardware methods do not work, you will need to connect to a computer and use the proprietary utility Mi Flash Tool. This method is suitable for firmware or system recovery, but erases all data (unless you use special firmware).

What you need:

• 💻 Windows computer 7/10/11 (on macOS/Linux utility doesn't work).
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (do not use cheap analogues!).
• 📥 Firmware for your model (download from the official Xiaomi website).
• 🛠 Mi Flash Tool (last version).

Instructions:

1. Install Xiaomi drivers (download from the official page).
2. Unpack the firmware in a folder without Cyrillic characters (for example, C:\ROM\redmi_note_10_pro).
3. Launch the Mi Flash Tool, press Select and specify the path to the firmware folder.
4. Connect the smartphone to the PC by holding the volume down + Food (should be determined as to how to eat) COM-port).
5. In the utility, press Refresh, then Flash and wait for the process to end (5-10 minutes).

⚠️ Warning: Don't turn off the cable while you're firmware! If the process is interrupted, your smartphone can turn into a brick. Also make sure you choose the firmware for your model - for example, the Redmi Note 10 Pro and Redmi Note 10 Pro Max have different files!

Method 4: Using ADB and Fastboot (for advanced)

If you have experience with ADB (Android Debug Bridge), you can try to exit Fastboot mode via the command line. This method does not erase data, but requires pre-configuration.

What needs to be done:

1. Install Platform Tools (ADB and Fastboot)
2. Connect your smartphone to your PC in Fastboot mode (should be defined as Android Bootloader Interface).
3. Open the command line in the folder with platform-tools and type:

fastboot devices

(The serial number of the device must be displayed.)

fastboot reboot

(Reboot team.)

If the fastboot reboot command doesn’t work, try:

fastboot continue

(Continued system loading.)

⚠️ Note: On some Redmi models with a locked bootloader, fastboot commands may not be executed. In this case, only firmware through the Mi Flash Tool will help.

Method 5: Contact a service center (if nothing helps)

If all of these methods have failed, the problem is likely to be:

• 🔋 Damaged firmware (requires flashing through the EDL-regime).
• 🔧 Hardware failure (for example, memory chip dump).
• 🔒 Blocked bootloader (if previously tried to unlock it unofficially).

In these cases, self-intervention may make matters worse. Xiaomi’s official service centers in Russia and the CIS provide warranty repairs, provided that:

Before visiting the service, do the following:

• 📄 Keep a check or a warranty card (if any).
• 🔄 Try resetting your smartphone via fastboot erase userdata (unless you’re afraid of losing data).
• 📱 Check by phone if they work with your Redmi model (some services don’t take on old or rare devices).

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If the smartphone is warranty, DO NOT tell the service that you tried to sew it yourself, this can cause a refusal to repair it for free.

How to avoid re-hanging in Fastboot?

To avoid recurring problems, follow these guidelines:

• 🔄 Don’t interrupt the update process. MIUI (even if it goes too long).
• 🔌 Use original cables and chargers.
• 📱 Do not accidentally press button combinations (especially power). + volume).
• 🛠 Regularly back up through Settings → System system → Backup.
• 🔒 Do not unlock the bootloader unless you plan to install custom firmware.

If you experiment with firmware often, install TWRP Recovery, which will help restore the system even in case of serious failures, but remember that unlocking the bootloader resets all data and can be ineffective.

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90% of Fastboot freezes are due to interrupted updates or unofficial firmware. Always check file compatibility with your Redmi model!

FAQ: Frequent questions about Fastboot mode on Xiaomi Redmi