How to get out of safe mode on Xiaomi phone: working methods

Safe Mode on Xiaomi smartphones is a diagnostic mode that is triggered automatically when a system crashes or manually through a combination of buttons. It turns off all third-party applications, leaving only basic MIUI functions. Most often, users fall into this mode by accident — after a failed update, application conflict or reboot failure. But how do you get out of it if the phone is stuck in this state?

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to disable safe mode on Redmi, POCO and Mi including methods through power buttons, system settings and even ADB-We will focus on the typical errors that can cause the mode to turn on again, and give recommendations for preventing such situations.

Why is Xiaomi’s phone booting in Safe Mode?

Safe mode is activated for a reason, it's a system response to a critical error.

• 🔄 Failed update MIUI — If the firmware is installed with errors or interrupted, the system can be booted to Safe Mode for diagnostics.
• 📱 Application Conflict – Viral Programs Modified APK Incompatible services (such as Magisk or Xposed) often cause a failure.
• 🔋 Hardware failures – a damaged button Down Volume or charging connector can simulate a combination to enter Safe Mode.
• ⚡ Factory reset – if the reset is incorrect, the system can boot in diagnostic mode.

Interesting fact: on Xiaomi with MIUI 14+, safe mode can be turned on automatically when 3 successive launcher crashes (for example, if you use a third-party shell like Nova Launcher) This is done to prevent the device from “eternal rebooting”.

Method 1: Standard Reboot (works 80% of the time)

The simplest method is forced reboot, which helps if Safe Mode is turned on due to a temporary failure, not a hardware problem.

1. Press the Power button for 10-15 seconds until the screen goes out.
2. Wait 30 seconds (don’t turn on your phone right away!)
3. Press the Power button again for normal download.

If you don't have "Safe Mode" on the bottom of the screen after you restart, you've solved the problem. If you still have the message, move on to the next way.

Make sure battery power > 20% | Turn off the charger | Check if the volume button is pressed | Remember which apps were installed before the crash-->

⚠️ Warning: If the phone boots again in Safe Mode after rebooting, don’t try to repeat the procedure more than 3 times – this can lead to a bootloop ( looped reboot.

Method 2: Disconnect via notification panel (MIUI 12–14)

On current versions of MIUI (starting with 12), the option of fast shutdown through the notification curtain is available in safe mode.

• 📲 The phone responds to touch (the sensor works).
• 🔄 The inscription "Safe Mode" is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
• 📵 No hardware damage to the buttons.

Instructions:

1. Swipe your finger down to open the notification panel.
2. Find a notification with the text "Safe Mode is enabled" (usually at the top of the list).
3. Slap it on it and the "Switch off" button will appear.
4. Confirm the action and wait for the automatic reboot.

This method is the safest, as it does not require manipulation of buttons or system files, but it does not work on all models – for example, on the POCO F1 or Redmi Note 8 Pro with custom firmware, notification may not be available.

Method 3: Button combination (for older models and MIUI up to 12)

If the standard reboot doesn’t work, try hardware reset button combinations, which is especially relevant for devices running MIUI 9–11 (e.g. Redmi 4X, Mi A1, POCOPHONE F1).

You'll need:

• 🔋 At least 30% battery charge (to avoid switching off during the procedure).
• 🖐️ Free hands – the combination must be held in time.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone (press Power + Volume up for 10 seconds).
2. After a full shutdown, press Power + Loudness down and hold for 15-20 seconds.
3. When the Mi logo appears on the screen, release the buttons.
4. Wait for the usual load (can take up to 2-3 minutes).

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi Note) 8T) long-term retention + The volume down can lead to Fastboot Mode. If you see a hare in a hat, let go of the buttons and try method 4.

Method 4: Disconnect via ADB (for power users)

If previous methods fail, you’ll need to connect to your phone via Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a method that requires a computer and minimal command line knowledge, but is guaranteed to work even on bricks.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📦 Installed drivers Xiaomi and ADB Tools.

Instructions:

1. Turn on USB Debugging on your phone (if the sensor works): Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (tap 7 times) Settings → Additional → For developers → Debugging on USB
2. Connect your phone to your computer and confirm your trust in the device.
3. Open the Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (Linux/macOS) and type: Adb devices Make sure your device appears in the list.
4. Safe Mode: Adb shell settings put global safe_mode 0
5. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

1. Press Power + Loudness down to enter the Fastboot.

2. Connect the phone to the PC.

3. Enter the command: fastboot oem enable-adb

4.Reboot to the system and repeat the steps above.-->

Critical information: On some firmware (for example, MIUI EU or Xiaomi.eu team safe_mode 0 It may not work because of modified system files, in which case use an alternative command:

adb shell am broadcast -a android.intent.action.CLOSE_SYSTEM_DIALOGS

Method 5: Reset to factory settings (extreme case)

If none of these methods work, you'll have to reset hard, and that will remove all the data from your phone, so you can only use this as a last resort.

How to reset:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Power + Volume up for 10 seconds until the Recovery menu appears.
3. Use volume buttons to navigate and select Wipe Data (or Factory Reset).
4. Confirm the action and wait for the process to be completed.
5. Select Reboot to reboot.

⚠️ Note: On phones with a locked bootloader (most official firmware), a reset via Recovery can lead to Mi Account activation. If you don't remember the data from your Xiaomi account, the phone will become a "brick.

1. Connect the phone to the PC.

2. Enter the command: adb pull /sdcard/ C:\Xiaomi_Backup\

This will copy photos, videos and documents from internal memory to a computer.-->

How to prevent the re-enablement of Safe Mode?

To prevent safe mode from activating again, follow these guidelines:

• 🔍 Check Apps – Remove newly installed programs, especially modified ones APK or applications from unknown sources.
• 🔄 Update. MIUI — Install updates through Settings → Update the system, avoiding the “raw” beta versions.
• 🛠️ Diagnose buttons – if Safe Mode turns on spontaneously, check the volume button down on sticking (clean with alcohol or replace).
• 📴 Avoid custom firmware - unofficial versions MIUI (For example, from Xiaomi.eu, you may conflict with system services.

If the problem occurs after each update, try:

1. Reset settings via Settings → Additional → Reset settings (without deleting data).
2. Turn off automatic updates to apps in Google Play.
3. Install the official firmware through the Mi Flash Tool (instructions on the official website).

FAQ: Frequent questions about safe mode on Xiaomi