How to exit the settings reset menu on Xiaomi Redmi: 5 working ways

Have you accidentally found yourself in the Recovery Mode menu on your Xiaomi Redmi and don't know how to get out of there? Or has your smartphone stuck after trying to reset to factory settings? This is a situation familiar to many Xiaomi device owners, especially if you're actively experimenting with firmware or system settings. The Reset menu (also called Recovery) is a powerful tool to restore the phone to work, but sometimes users face the problem: the phone does not respond to standard commands or reboots in cycles to this menu.

In this article, we’ll look at all the possible ways to exit reset mode on the Redmi Note 10/11/12, Redmi 9/10 and other models, from simple button combinations to advanced methods through Fastboot. You’ll learn why a phone can get stuck in Recovery, how to avoid data loss and what to do if standard methods don’t work. And if you’re afraid to break something, don’t worry: we’ll explain each step in detail with warnings about possible risks.

Why is Xiaomi Redmi stuck in the reset menu?

Before you try to exit Recovery Mode, it’s important to understand why the phone got there.

• 🔧 Accidental pressing of the button combination (Powering) + Volume upwards) when switched on or restarted.
• 📱 Failed update MIUI manually or through OTA when the system cannot complete the process.
• 🔄 Interrupted reset to factory settings (for example, if the battery was pulled out or the phone was discharged).
• 🛠️ Damaged firmware after failed custom Recovery installation (e.g, TWRP).
• 🔋 Critical battery discharge during work with system files.

If your Redmi only loads in Recovery and does not respond to the selection of Reboot, the problem may be in the damaged boot section or the conflict of MIUI versions. In such cases, simple exit methods may not work, and deeper intervention will be required.

⚠️ Warning: If the phone hit Recovery after failing to firmware through Fastboot, don't try to reset immediately! this could lead to a device blink (completely inoperable.

Method 1: Standard Reboot via Recovery Menu

If the phone responds to a sensor or volume buttons, the easiest way to exit the reset menu is to use the built-in Reboot option.This method works on 90% of devices and requires no additional tools.

Instructions:

1. In the Recovery menu, select Reboot (or Reboot system now) with the volume buttons.
2. Confirm the choice of the power button.
3. If the menu is in English, look for a similar item. On Chinese firmware, it can be.

If you press Reboot and your phone comes back to Recovery, it means that the system can't boot properly, so move on to the next way.

Method 2: Forced button reboot

If the sensor doesn't work or the Recovery menu doesn't respond to commands, you can try hardware reboot, and this method works even if the phone is getting stuck.

For most Xiaomi Redmi models (including Note 9/10/11, Redmi 9A/9C, Redmi A1/A2), use the following combination:

1. Press the Power + Volume button up for 10-15 seconds.


2 Release the buttons when the screen goes out.




3.Wait for 30-60 seconds - the phone should boot in normal mode.

If this method does not work, try an alternative combination:

Power button + Volume down (hold 20 seconds)

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g. Redmi Note 8 Pro), long-term button retention can lead to hard reset (wipe).If you do not want to lose data, do not hold the buttons longer than 20 seconds.

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If the phone vibrates when holding the buttons, but doesn't turn off, try plugging it into a charger and trying again. Sometimes a low charge blocks the reboot.

Method 3: Exit via Fastboot (if Recovery doesn't respond)

If the phone loads cyclically in Recovery or doesn't respond to commands, you can try Fastboot mode and reboot the device from there. This method requires a computer with ADB drivers installed.

Steps:

1. Turn off the phone (hold Power + Volume up until turned off).
2. Press Power + Volume down to enter Fastboot Mode (a hare in a hat-eared hat will appear on the screen).
3. Connect your phone to your PC via USB.
4. Open the command line (Win + R → cmd) and type: fastboot reboot

If the team doesn’t work, try an alternative:

fastboot continue

Method 4: Reset to factory settings (if other methods don't work)

If the phone doesn’t leave Recovery and boot into the system, it may be corrupted, and a hard reset will help, which will remove all data from the device, including photos, contacts and apps.

Instructions for resetting via Recovery:

1. In the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data (or Clear Data).
2. Confirm the action (usually you need to select Yes and press the power button).
3. After reset, select Reboot system now.

If the phone is resetting, it will return to Recovery, which means that the firmware is damaged, in which case you will need to reflash the device through the Mi Flash Tool.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi Note 10 Pro, Redmi) K40) Recovery resets can block the bootloader. If the phone requires authorization to the Mi Account after the reset, you will need to enter the account details that were associated with the device.

Method 5: Flashing through the Mi Flash Tool (extremely)

If none of the previous methods worked, the last option is a complete flashing through the official Mi Flash Tool utility.This is guaranteed to bring the phone back to life, but will require:

• 💻 Windows computer;
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable;
• 📥 Official firmware for your model (you can download it on the Xiaomi website);
• 🔓 Unlocked bootloader (unless previously unlocked).

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install the Mi Flash Tool.
2. Unpack the archive with firmware (.tgz or.zip) in a folder without Cyrillic characters.
3. Turn your phone into Fastboot mode (Power + Volume Down).
4. Connect your phone to your PC and in the Mi Flash Tool press Refresh – the device must be determined.
5. Select the firmware folder and press Flash.
6. Wait until the process is completed (5-10 minutes).

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Flashing over the Mi Flash Tool is the only way to bring a phone with a damaged system back to life, but it requires unlocking the bootloader. If you haven't unlocked it beforehand, this method won't work!

What do you do if nothing helps?

If you’ve tried all the ways, but Xiaomi Redmi still doesn’t come off the reset menu, the following problems are possible:

• 🔋 Battery damaged – the phone can not work stably without charging.
• 🔧 Hardware malfunction (for example, damaged motherboard or memory).
• 🔒 The boot loader is blocked and the firmware cannot be completed.
• 📱 Incompatible firmware is installed (for example, firmware from another model).

In such cases, we recommend:

1. Contact the Xiaomi service center (especially if the phone is warranty).
2. Try flashing your phone through EDL Mode (requires special equipment).
3. Checking the phone on another charger is sometimes a problem with the power supply.

If you are confident in your skills, you can try disassembling the phone and checking the plumes, but it is risky without experience.

FAQ: Frequent questions about leaving Recovery on Xiaomi Redmi