How to turn off Xiaomi Redmi 9: all the ways from standard to forced shutdown

Why turning Redmi 9 off is more important than it seems

Xiaomi Redmi 9 is one of the most popular budget devices with a MIUI shell, but even it has nuances in power management. Many users are used to just clamp the power button before turning off, but this approach can lead to damage to the file system or MIUI malfunctions. This is especially critical for models with eMMC memory, where frequent incorrect shutdowns accelerate the wear of the drive.

In this article, we’ll look at 5 proven ways to turn off Redmi 9, from the standard menu to forced reboot when you freeze. You’ll learn which method is safer for the battery, how to avoid data loss and what to do if the smartphone does not respond to presses. And a unique life hack for owners of Redmi 9 with an unlocked bootloader that allows you to turn off the device through ADB without physical access to the buttons.

Method 1: Standard shutdown via the power menu

The safest and most recommended method is to use a software menu, which ensures that all processes are completed correctly and that data is saved.

1. Press and hold the power button (located on the right end of Redmi 9) for 1-2 seconds.
2. The screen will appear menu with three options: Turn off, Reboot and Flight Mode.
3. Tap the item Turn off and confirm the action by pressing OK in the dialog box.

⚠️ Note: If the power menu does not have the option to turn off, this may mean that your Redmi 9 has custom firmware installed or limited developer mode activated.

Make sure all applications are closed |Disable the charger |Save files open |Check the charge level (minimum 5%)

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This method works on all versions of MIUI (11 to 14), but in MIUI 12.5+, the power menu may look different - with animations and additional options (for example, Emergency Mode).

Method 2: Quickly shut down through the notification panel

Few people know, but MIUI has a hidden quick power menu access right from the notification bar, which is handy if the power button on Redmi 9 is not working well or you want to save time.

1. Swipe your finger down from the top of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Swipe down again to turn the panel completely.
3. In the upper right corner, find the gear icon (⚙️) — press it.
4. In the menu that opens, select Turn Off (or Power off in the global version).

This method only works on MIUI 12 and later. Older versions of the shell may not have the option. Also note that in some regional firmware (for example, in India), this path may be different, instead of a gear, there will be an icon. ⋮ (three-point).

Method 3: Forced shutdown when getting stuck

If Redmi 9 is stuck and doesn't respond to touching or pressing buttons, you'll have to use hardware reset, which is only an extreme method, because it's equivalent to pulling the power cord out of your computer, and it can take longer to boot because of the file system check.

Instructions for forced shutdown:

1. Press the power button and the volume button at the same time.
2. Hold them for 10-15 seconds until the screen goes out and the Redmi logo appears (meaning the device starts to reboot).
3. Release the buttons and wait for the shutdown to be complete.

⚠️ Attention: Redmi 9 with unlocked bootloader or custom recavery (TWRP) Long button retention can trigger Fastboot mode. If you see a hare in a hat-eared hat on the screen, it's okay, just select Power Off using volume buttons.

Forced shutdown can result in the loss of unsaved data in apps (such as unsent messages in Telegram or drafts in Word).If the freeze occurs regularly, check your smartphone for viruses or perform a factory reset via Settings → About Phone → Reset settings.

Method 4: Turn off by Google Assistant (voice)

If you have Google's voice assistant on, you can turn off Redmi 9 without pressing buttons, which is useful when you're busy (e.g. cooking) or when the power button is broken.

• 📶 The smartphone must be connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile data).
• 🎤 In the Google Assistant settings, the voice unlock option must be activated.
• 🔊 The voice command is only available in English or Russian (depending on regional settings).

Instructions:

1. Say, “OK Google, turn off the phone” or “Hey Google, power off the phone.”
2. Confirm the action with a voice or press OK in the dialog window that appears.

If the command does not work, check the settings:

1. Open the Google app.
2. Go to Settings → Google Assistant → Commands.
3. Make sure that the power management option is enabled.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI (In this case, the assistant will issue an error: This command is not available on your device".

Method 5: Disconnect via ADB (for advanced users)

This method is suitable for those who have unlocked the bootloader and installed ADB drivers. It is useful if the power button is completely out of order and other methods do not work.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect Redmi 9 to your PC via USB-cable (preferably original).
2. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with adb.exe.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: adb devices If the device is recognized, you will see its serial number.
4. Execute the shutdown command: adb shell reboot -p

If the adb shell reboot -p command doesn't work, try first getting root rights through adb shell su. On some MIUI firmware, this requires pre-activating the developer mode (7 times pressing the MIUI version in the phone settings).

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If the smartphone doesn’t turn on after switching off via ADB, try pressing the power button + volume reduction for 30 seconds.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even an action as simple as turning off a smartphone can lead to problems if done wrong.-5 Redmi user error 9 and their consequences:

• 🔋 Shutting off while charging: May damage the power controller, especially if non-original RAM is used.Always turn off the cable before turning off.
• 📱 Long power button retention (more than 20 seconds): On Redmi 9, this can cause a reset NVRAM — Memory areas where network settings are stored (IMEI, MAC-address).
• 🔄 Frequent forced reboots: Accelerate wear and tear of eMMC memory, if the smartphone freezes once a day, this is a reason for diagnosis.
• 🛠️ Shutting down during an update: Will cause a device to "brick" (total inoperability) Always wait until the update installation is complete.
• 🔊 Ignoring the sound signal when you turn off: If after pressing Turn off you hear a short sound, but the screen did not go out immediately - do not press the buttons.

If Redmi 9 starts to turn on spontaneously after turning off, check the settings:

1. Go to Settings → Battery and Performance → Auto Run applications.
2. Turn off auto-run for suspicious applications (especially if they have administrator rights).
3. Check Settings → Additional → Special features → Automatic turn on.

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Never turn off Redmi 9 while actively recording videos or transferring files over Bluetooth/Wi-Fi. This can cause file damage and data loss.

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