How to turn off Xiaomi Redmi: 5 proven ways

It would seem that it could be easier than to turn off a smartphone? But owners of Xiaomi Redmi often face surprises: the phone does not respond to a long press of the power button, the switch-off menu is hidden behind additional gestures, and after updating MIUI, the usual actions cease to work. This is especially true for models with non-standard button layouts (for example, Redmi Note 12 Pro+ with a side fingerprint scanner) or devices where the manufacturer is experimenting with the interface.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways Xiaomi Redmi can turn off, from basic to emergency, including the nuances for different MIUI versions (from MIUI 12 to MIUI 14), how to get around common mistakes, what to do if the phone is “hang” on the logo, and why sometimes the smartphone spontaneously reboots instead of turning off, and also hidden features that are not written in the official instructions.

Note right away that the shutdown procedure on Redmi can be different even for devices of the same generation. For example, on Redmi 10 with MIUI 13, the shutdown menu opens with a long press of the power button, and on Redmi Note 11 Pro with the same firmware - only through Settings → About Phone → Turn off. Let's understand why this happens and how to adapt.

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1. Standard method: via the food menu

The most obvious method is to use a power button (or a combination of buttons on models with side-finger scanners). However, even here there are pitfalls. Most Redmi algorithms are:

Step 1. Press the power button for 3-5 seconds (some models only need 2 seconds) and the menu with options should appear on the screen:

• 🔄 Reboot (Reboot)
• 🚫 Power off (Power off)
• 🔕 The silent mode (on some firmware)
• 🆘 Emergency mode (emergency mode)

Step 2. Tap the "Switch off" item and confirm the action. On some devices (e.g. Redmi). K50) need to be PIN-code or pattern lock for security.

If the menu doesn't appear:

• ⚡ Check if the volume button is pinched down – on some models, this blocks the power menu call.
• 🔋 Make sure the battery is above 5% – at a critical level, the system may ignore the command.
• 📱 Try pressing the combination of food + Volume up (on Redmi Note 9 Pro and older).

2.Output via MIUI settings

If the power button doesn’t work (for example, after a drop or moisture), you can turn off your phone via the settings menu.This method is also useful if you want a delayed shutdown (for example, after 1 hour).

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Scroll down and select “Switch off” (on MIUI 14, the item may be called “Switch off power”).
3. Confirm action. Some firmware will require you to enter a password.

On models with MIUI 12.5 and later, there is a hidden option “Switch off schedule”:

• 🕒 Go to Settings. → Battery and productivity → Off-time schedule.
• 📅 Set the time and days of the week to automatically shut down (useful for power saving at night).

Check the battery level|Close all background applications|Disable mobile data (optional)|Save important files-->

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Note: On Redmi with bootloader unlocked, shutting down through settings can cause some system settings (e.g. root rights) to reset. If you use custom firmware, it is better to turn off the phone with the power button.

3. Forced shutdown (if the phone is getting stuck)

When the smartphone is unresponsive, the screen is black, or the system is “obsessed” with the MI logo, a hard reset is required, a technique that simulates battery extraction (which is not possible on modern Redmi with built-in battery).

Method 1: Button combination

Hold and hold:

Power button + Volume up

Retention time:

• 🕒 10-15 seconds for a normal forced shutdown.
• 🕒 20+ Seconds – if the phone is fastboot or EDL.

Method 2: ADB (for advanced users)

If you have access to USB-Debugging, connect the phone to the PC and execute the command:

adb shell reboot -p

This will safely turn off the device even if the screen is not responding.

4. Shutting down by voice (Google Assistant)

Few people know, but Xiaomi Redmi can be turned off with a voice command if the “OK, Google” or “Hey, Mi” function is enabled. This is convenient when the buttons are not available (for example, if the case is damaged).

How to set up:

1. Activate Google Assistant: Settings → Apps → Default → Assistant and Voice Input → Google.
2. Say, "OK, Google, turn off your phone."
3. Confirm the action by voice or on screen.

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Note: On Redmi with MIUI 14 for China Region (CN ROM), voice shutdown can be blocked by default. To unlock, you need to change the firmware region to Global or EEA.

You can also use commands for Mi AI Assistant (powered by Redmi K60, Redmi Note 12 and later):

5. Delayed shutdown (timer)

The “Switch Off Timer” feature is useful if you want your phone to shut down automatically — for example, at night or while charging. On Redmi, this option is hidden deep in the settings.

Where to look:

Go along the way: Settings → Battery and Performance → Schedule → Shutdown Timer

Set it up:

• ⏰ Response time (15 minutes to 12 hours).
• 🔄 Repeat (daily, on weekdays, etc.).
• 🔋 Conditions – for example, “only when charging».

On models with MIUI 13 and later, there is an optional Smart Shutdown option – the phone will shut down when the charge reaches 100% (good for keeping the battery healthy).

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If the shutdown timer doesn’t work, check if the background processes for the Battery and Performance app are disabled in the autostart settings (Settings → Applications → Application Management → Autostart).

6. Shutdown in Fastboot or Recovery mode

If the phone only loads in fastboot (a screen with a rabbit and the inscription "FASTBOOT") or in recovery (a menu with Android and an exclamation point), you can turn it off by special commands.

For Fastboot:

1. Connect your phone to a PC with Xiaomi drivers installed.
2. Open the command line and type in: fastboot oem off-mode-charge 0 fastboot reboot
3. After restarting, immediately press the power button for 20 seconds to completely shut down.

For Recovery:

• 🔄 Use volume buttons to navigate and select "Reboot to Power Off" (if any).
• 🔋 On some firmware you need to select "Wipe data» → «Power Off (Don’t worry, data won’t be deleted).

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Warning: On a Redmi with a locked bootloader, fastboot commands may not work, in which case only a complete battery drain will help (leave the phone without charging for 12 to 24 hours).

7. Frequent problems and solutions

Even a simple operation to turn off the Xiaomi Redmi can be accompanied by errors.

If none of these methods helped, there may be a problem with the hardware (for example, short circuit on the board), in which case we recommend contacting the Xiaomi service center - self-repair can aggravate the situation.

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On Redmi models with MIUI 14 and later, forced button shutdowns can cause some network settings (such as saved Wi-Fi hotspots) to reset. Always back up before emergency actions.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions