Owners of the legendary Xiaomi Redmi 4X often face the need to return the device to its original state, which may be required when selling the gadget, transferring it to another user or to eliminate serious software errors that are not solved by the usual removal of applications.
It is important to understand that this procedure is irreversible without backup, that all your photos, contacts, correspondence and installed programs will be destroyed, and that is why it is critical to check whether the current backup is in the cloud or on your computer before any manipulations begin.
In this article, we will take a closer look at all the ways to reboot your system, look at both the standard method through interface settings, and the deeper version through the Recovery engineering menu, and also touch on the nuances of unlocking your Mi Account, which often become an obstacle for inexperienced users.
Preparation of the device before the procedure
The first step is to ensure a stable power supply: a complete reset is an energy-intensive process that can last from 10 to 30 minutes depending on the amount of memory filled. If the battery charge drops below 50% during partition formatting, there is a risk of damaging system files and turning the smartphone into a brick.
☑️ Pre-reset check
The second important aspect is data synchronization: Redmi 4X owners should use the built-in Mi Cloud tool or third-party services to save important files, and once cleaned, it will be impossible to recover information from local memory.
Special attention should be paid to your Google account and Mi Account. If you plan to sell your phone, be sure to log out of all accounts before resetting. Otherwise, anti-theft protection will work, and the new owner will not be able to activate the device without your password.
⚠️ Note: Deleting your Mi Account before reset is a requirement for a new user to successfully activate the device. Ignoring this step will result in a lock.
Standard reset via the Android settings menu
The safest and easiest method is available to every user through a GUI, which is suitable for those cases where you remember the unlock password of the screen and have access to the desktop, the operating system will correctly close all processes before cleaning.
To start, open the application menu and find Settings. Depending on the firmware version (MIUI), the interface may be slightly different, but the logic remains the same. You will need to go to the section responsible for the general system parameters.
- Find and click on the item Advanced settings or immediately About the phone.
- Select the option Reset (Reset).
- Press the button to erase all data.
The system will request confirmation and a password to unlock the screen, a security measure to prevent unauthorized users from accidentally deleting the data, and the code will be entered and a preparation process will begin, which will take several minutes.
During cleaning, the screen may go out and turn on several times, and don’t panic, it’s normal for the system to format the userdata and cache partitions.
Reset via Recovery (Hard Reset)
If the device doesn't turn on, freezes on the logo, or you've forgotten the pattern lock, Recovery mode will help. This method allows you to clean at a lower level, bypassing the operating system.
First, turn off the Xiaomi Redmi 4X smartphone completely. Then press the Volume Up and Power button at the same time. Hold them until the Mi logo appears, then release the power button, continuing to keep the volume.
What happens if Recovery does not open?
In the menu that opens, the navigation is done with volume buttons and the power button is the choice. You need to find Wipe Data. In some versions of the recaveri, this item can be hidden in the submenu or require confirmation by entering the word "yes".
| Item | Function | Risk of data loss |
|---|---|---|
| Wipe Data | Complete deletion of user data | High (all removed) |
| Wipe Cache | Clearing temporary system files | Low (data retained) |
| Reboot | Rebooting the device | No. |
| Power off | Turning off the smartphone | No. |
Once you select Wipe Data, the system will alert you to the irreversibility of the action. Confirm the operation. It will take 5 to 10 minutes.
⚠️ Note: When reset via Recovery, Google Protection FRP (Factory Reset Protection) is not automatically removed. You will need to enter the login and password from the Google account that was synced with the phone before the reset.
Delete your Mi and Google account (FRP)
One of the main problems after a reset is activation blocking: FRP (Factory Reset Protection) is designed to protect the owner's data in the event of a device being stolen. If the phone was tied to an account, the system will require authorization.
For Redmi 4X owners, it is critical to understand the difference between a Xiaomi account and a Google account. Deleting one does not guarantee unlocking the other.
- 📱 Go to Settings. → Accounts and synchronization.
- 🗑️ Select a Google account and click Delete your account.
- 🔒 Go to Mi Account settings and exit the system.
- 🔌 Turn off the Internet before performing Hard Reset if you do not have time to delete accounts.
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If you forget your Google account password, restore it through your computer before you reset your phone, which will save you a lot of time and nerves.
If the device is already reset and locked, the only legal way is to restore access to your account through a Google or Xiaomi site.Using third-party programs to bypass FRP can be unstable and depends on the specific version of Android security.
Problem Solving: The phone is getting stuck or not turning on
Sometimes the reset process can go wrong, the smartphone can hang on the Mi logo or restart indefinitely, in most cases, it indicates damage to the system partition or lack of free memory to perform the operation.
If the device is stuck in the boot phase after reset, try to perform a forced reboot. To do this, hold the power button for 10-15 seconds. If this does not help, you will need to re-enter Recovery mode and try to clean the cache (Wipe Cache).
In situations where the phone doesn't respond to the buttons, you can try connecting it to a computer. USB-Cable to a charged PC helps to "wake up" the power controller.
⚠️ Warning: If the phone is constantly restarted after resetting (bootloop), the firmware may be damaged, in which case you will need to flash the device through the computer using the Mi Flash utility.
Initial adjustment after reset
Once you've completed the procedure, you'll see a welcome screen. The default language of the interface may be English or Chinese, so first of all, choose Russian, and then connect to the Wi-Fi network.
The system will suggest that you restore data from a backup. If you've created a backup on Google Drive or Mi Cloud, you can choose a restore point, but for a clean system, it's better to stop automatically restoring all applications so you don't have to go through the old bugs.
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Refusal of automatic recovery of all applications immediately after reset allows you to configure the smartphone “from scratch” and avoid the return of system debris.
Set the date, time and security settings (fingerprint if the model supports, or password). After that, Xiaomi Redmi 4X is ready for full operation.