How to get out of Fastboot mode on Xiaomi smartphones: 5 proven ways

Fastboot mode on Xiaomi smartphones is a special engineering mode that is used to firmware, unlock the bootloader or restore the system. However, sometimes the device can “hang” in this state: after a reboot, instead of a regular MIUI screensaver, you see a black screen with a green Android robot and the inscription FASTBOOT. The reasons are different: a failed firmware, an interrupted update, a failure when the bootloader is unlocked, or even an accidental push of a button combination.

In this article, we will discuss all working ways to exit Fastboot on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO, including models from 2023-2026 (for example, Xiaomi 14, Redmi Note 13 Pro+, POCO F6). Instructions will be suitable for both devices with an unlocked bootloader and locked devices. Importantly, if the smartphone does not respond to buttons and is not determined by the computer, the problem may be a hardware failure – you will need a service center.

1. Easy exit via buttons (no PC)

If the smartphone hit the Fastboot by accident (for example, after pressing the combination Volume down + Power), try the standard way to reboot:

• 🔄 Hold the Power button for 10-15 seconds until the screen goes out.
• 📱 Wait 30 seconds – the device should automatically boot in normal mode.
• 🔋 If it doesn’t help, plug in the charger and try again (sometimes helps with a discharged battery).

On some models (such as Xiaomi 12T or Redmi K60) the combination Volume up + Power can work – hold it for 20 seconds. If the Recovery menu appears after that, select Reboot to system (use volume buttons for navigation and power for confirmation).

⚠️ Note: If the smartphone returns to Fastboot after the reboot, this is a sign of firmware damage. In this case, you will need to flash through the Mi Flash Tool (see section 4).

2. exit via Recovery Mode (if buttons don't work)

If the standard reboot doesn't work, try logging into Recovery Mode, an alternative recovery mode.

1. Turn off the smartphone from charging (if connected).
2. Press the combination Loudness up + Power for 10-15 seconds.
3. When the Mi logo appears, release the Power button, but keep Volume up until you see the Recovery menu.

From the Recovery menu (it can be in Chinese or English) select:

• 🔄 Reboot → Reboot to System (Reboot to Normal Mode).
• 🛠️ Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (if the system is damaged, but it will delete all data!).

If the menu is in Chinese, look for icons: the reboot icon looks like a circular arrow, and the data reset looks like a basket. On models with MIUI 14 and later, you may need to confirm through your Mi Account account (if Mi Cloud was enabled).

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If Recovery Mode doesn't start, try plugging your smartphone into charging and repeating the combination. Sometimes using the original Xiaomi cable helps.

3.Using ADB and Fastboot (for advanced users)

If the smartphone is determined by the computer in Fastboot mode (check in Device Manager – should be displayed as Android Bootloader Interface), you can exit this mode via the fastboot command.

For this:

1. Download and install Platform Tools (the official tool from Google).
2. Connect your smartphone to your PC through USB-cable (preferably original).
3. Open the command line (cmd) in the folder with the platform-tools.
4. Enter the command: fastboot reboot

If the team doesn’t work, try:

• 🔌 Disconnect and reconnect the cable.
• 🔄 Reinstall Xiaomi drivers (download from the official website).
• 📱 Enter fastboot devices command – if the device doesn’t show up, the problem is in the drivers or cable.

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO X5 Pro) an error may occur after the fastboot reboot command FAILED (Remote: Unknown command. try fastboot continue.

4. flashing through the Mi Flash Tool (if the system is damaged)

If the smartphone is constantly returning to Fastboot or does not load into Recovery, the firmware is likely damaged. In this case, flashing through the official Mi Flash Tool will help. This method is suitable for devices with an unlocked bootloader (if the bootloader is locked, first unlock through the Mi Unlock Tool).

Step-by-step:

1. Download the Mi Flash Tool from the official website.
2. Download the firmware for your model (choose the Fastboot version, not Recovery!). 12 Pro, it's gonna be a file. toco_global_images....tgz.
3. Unclick the firmware into a folder without Cyrillic characters (e.g., C:\MIUI\rom).
4. Launch the Mi Flash Tool, press Select and specify the path to the firmware folder.
5. Connect your smartphone in Fastboot mode to your PC.
6. Press Refresh in the utility, a device (e.g., COM3) should appear.
7. Choose the firmware method: 🔄 Clean all – cleansing (deleting all data!). 📱 Clean all and lock - cleaning + Locking the boot loader (if it was unlocked). 🛠️ Save user data – data retention is not always working).

Flash

⚠️ Warning: Firmware via Mi Flash Tool resets all data on the device! If there were important files on the smartphone, try extracting them through the device first ADB pull (if the device is defined in Fastboot).

5 Unlock the bootloader via Mi Unlock Tool

If your Xiaomi smartphone is stuck in Fastboot due to an attempt to unlock the bootloader, you will need the official Mi Unlock Tool utility. This method is relevant for devices with a locked bootloader (for example, after resetting settings or a failed firmware).

Instructions:

1. Download Mi Unlock Tool from the official website.
2. Sign in to your Mi Account (the same as on your smartphone!).
3. Connect the device in Fastboot mode to the PC.
4. Run the utility and follow the instructions. The process can take up to 72 hours (if unlocking is done for the first time).

After successfully unlocking the bootloader, try again to exit the Fastboot via fastboot reboot or reflash the device via the Mi Flash Tool.

Attach Mi Account to your device in settings

Enable debugging via USB (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → 7 times tap → Developer → Debugging by USB)

Download Mi Unlock Tool from the official website

Use the original USB-cable

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6. Hardware problems: when you need help from the service

If none of these methods worked, the problem could be a hardware failure, and here are signs that the smartphone needs repair:

• 🔌 The device is not determined by the computer even after installing the drivers.
• 🔋 The screen remains black, but the charging indicator is on.
• 📱 After the command fastboot reboot, an error appears FAILED (remote: device is locked, but unlocking through Mi Unlock Tool does not help.
• 🔄 Smartphone cyclically reboots in Fastboot without the possibility of output.

In these cases, the following malfunctions are possible:

• 🔋 Battery or power controller damaged (lack of voltage to load).
• 💾 Flash memory (eMMC or eMMC) has failed. UFS).
• 🔌 The contacts on the motherboard are oxidized (for example, after moisture is ingested).
• 📱 Damaged loader at the firmware level (requires flashing through the EDL Mode).

The cost of repair in the service center Xiaomi depends on the model and type of breakdown. For example, replacing flash memory with Redmi Note 11 will cost 3-5 thousand rubles, and restoring the bootloader through EDL - 1-20 thousand rubles. If the device is warranted, repair will be free (provided that the breakage is not caused by firmware attempts).

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If the smartphone does not respond to commands and is not detected by the PC, do not try to disassemble it yourself - this can lead to final failure.

FAQ: Frequent questions about leaving Fastboot on Xiaomi