Xiaomi’s Redmi line of smartphones have proven to be reliable devices with excellent performance, but even the most stable MIUI system sometimes requires radical measures. Users often face situations when the phone starts to work incorrectly, there are unexplained errors or the device just needs to be prepared for sale. In such cases, the only true solution is a complete data reset that will return the gadget to the state of “out of the box”.
The process of returning factory settings on the Redmi 9 Pro is standard for the Android ecosystem, but it has its own nuances depending on the firmware version and the availability of the interface. It is important to understand that this process irreversibly deletes all personal information, so it should be approached consciously. Below we will discuss in detail all available methods, from a simple menu to an engineering mode.
Regardless of the cause, whether it is a software failure or a desire to start with a clean slate, the right sequence of actions ensures a successful result.We will consider both software and hardware methods, and pay attention to preparing the device to avoid losing important contacts and photos.
Preparation of the device before complete reset
Before you start the active phase of deletion, you need to perform a number of preparatory operations. Backup is the most important step, ignoring which can lead to the irretrievable loss of family archives and working documents. Make sure that all important files are stored in the cloud storage Google Drive or on the computer.
It is also critical to check the battery level.The system partition formatting process can take 10 to 30 minutes, and if the device shuts down in the middle, it could damage the bootloader. Charge the Redmi 9 Pro to at least 60-70% or plug it into a power source.
⚠️ Warning: Deleting your Google account before reset is a must if you don't remember your password. FRP (Factory Reset Protection, and the phone locks, requiring authorization from the previous owner.
Don’t forget to remove the microSD card and SIM-The card before the procedure, although the current versions MIUI Usually offer a choice: format only internal memory or all storage, physical card extraction ensures that your media files will not be affected.
- 📱 Make a backup of your contacts and SMS via your Mi Cloud or Google account.
- 🔋 Charge the battery of the smartphone Xiaomi Redmi 9 Pro above 60%.
- 🔑 Untie your Google account in your device settings.
- 💾 Remove the memory card and SIM-tray-card.
Method 1: Reset via the system settings menu
The safest and easiest way to get the Redmi 9 Pro back to its original state is to use the built-in operating system menu.This method is suitable for cases when the smartphone is turned on, the screen responds to touch, and you can go to the settings section. The algorithm for actions may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI (11, 12 or later), but the overall logic remains the same.
You need to go to Settings, then select About Phone, and at the bottom of the screen you'll find Reset button, and the system will offer two options: Reset all settings (return only system settings, save files) and Clear all data (full Wipe).
☑️ Checklist before pressing the reset button
After selecting the cleaning option, the device will request confirmation in the form of entering a pattern lock, PIN-This is a security measure to prevent unauthorized people from accidentally resetting the code, and after you enter the code, press the red confirmation button and wait for the reboot.
⚠️ Warning: Once you press the confirmation button, you can't stop the process software--don't try to remove the battery (it's not removable) or press the buttons until the Mi logo appears.
In some versions of the firmware, the path may differ: Settings → Advanced Settings → Recover and Reset. If you didn’t find an item in the About Phone section, try searching through the search bar at the top of the settings menu by entering the Reset request.
Method 2: Hard Reset with Recovery Mode
If the Android operating system is damaged, the phone goes into a cyclic restart (bootloop) or simply does not respond to touching the screen, you will have to use Recovery mode. This method works at the bootloader level and does not require access to the smartphone desktop.
To enter recovery mode on the Xiaomi Redmi 9 Pro, you need to turn the device off 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, but continue to keep the volume up until the main Recovery menu appears.
In this mode, the touch screen is not working, the navigation 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 suggest select Wipe All Data and confirm the action by selecting Confirm.
What to do if you recover in English?
After the cleaning process is completed, which can take a few minutes, the message “Data wiped successfully” will appear on the screen. Press the “Back to Main Menu” button, and then select Reboot → Reboot to System. The smartphone will restart, and the initial setup will begin.
- 🔘 Hold the volume. + and power on the phone turned off.
- 📉 Use volume buttons to navigate the Recovery menu.
- ✅ Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data → Confirm.
- 🔄 After success, choose Reboot to System.
Remote reset via Google Find My Device
There's a scenario where the phone is lost or stolen, but it's geolocated and the Internet is enabled, and you can remotely reset the factory settings from any other device that has access to the network, and that will help protect your data from prying eyes.
To do this, you need to go to android.com/find from a computer or other smartphone and log in to the same Google account that was used on the Redmi 9 Pro. The system will try to determine the location of the device. If it is online, the option “Clean the device” will be available in the action menu.
Once the command is confirmed, the phone will receive a full-wipe signal, and even if the attacker tries to turn off the smartphone, the next time you connect to the network, the command will be executed, and it is worth remembering that after this procedure, you will no longer be able to track the location of the phone.
| Parameter | Through Settings. | Through Recovery. | Remotely (Google) |
|---|---|---|---|
| I need a work screen. | Yes. | No. | No. |
| We need the Internet. | No (for the trial) | No. | Yeah (on the phone) |
| Difficulty | Low. | Medium | Low. |
| Data retention | No. | No. | No. |
Solution: post-discharge problems
Once the Xiaomi Redmi 9 Pro has rebooted, you may encounter a welcome screen that requires you to enter a password from a previously synchronized Google account. This is the normal operation of the FRP security system. If you forget your password, it will be extremely difficult to restore access without contacting the service center with purchase checks.
Another common problem is a long initial boot time: After full formatting, the system takes 5 to 15 minutes to optimize applications and create a new file structure. If the Mi logo is longer than 20 minutes, there may have been a firmware failure and you will need to flash it through your computer.
And users sometimes complain about the battery running out quickly in the first hours after reset, which is normal, because the background indexing and synchronization processes consume a lot of resources, and let the phone run quietly for about an hour, connected to Wi-Fi.
⚠️ Note: If after resetting the phone requires a password from the Mi Account, and you do not remember it, unlocking is possible only through official support Xiaomi in the presence of a box and a check.