Turning off the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 seems like a simple procedure, but even here there are nuances that many people don't know about: for example, why sometimes the phone does not respond to a long press of the power button? Or how to safely turn off the device if the screen is completely frozen? In this article, we will discuss not only standard methods, but also alternative ways to turn off, which will come in handy in emergency situations.
The Redmi Note 12 (including the Pro, Pro+ and 5G) features optimized MIUI firmware, where some features are hidden or work differently than on Android. For example, the latest versions of MIUI 14+ have a “Stop-off Energy Saving” mode that can affect shutdown speeds. We tested all methods on current firmware and collected only working solutions.
Method 1: Standard shutdown via power button
This is the most obvious and recommended method by the manufacturer, but even here there are pitfalls. On the Redmi Note 12, the power button can be programmed to call the Google Assistant or Xiao AI voice assistant if you hold it too long, to avoid accidentally calling the assistant:
- Press and hold the power button (located on the right side face) briefly for 2-3 seconds.
- On the screen will appear menu options: Turn off, Reboot, Flight Mode and Emergency mode.
- Slip on Turn off and confirm the action by pressing OK in the dialog window that appears.
If the menu doesn't appear, check the settings of the power button in Settings → Special features → Power button. Here you can turn off the assistant call with a long press.
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On the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, the power button is paired with a fingerprint sensor, so if the sensor is contaminated, the phone may not respond to the press.
Method 2: Software shutdown via the settings menu
If the physical power button is damaged or not working, you can turn off your phone through the software menu, which is also useful if you want to schedule an automatic shutdown (for example, overnight).
- 📱 Open Settings (cog icon on the main screen).
- 🔍 Scroll down and select About Phone.
- 🔄 Turn it off (in some versions) MIUI This item may be called "Switch off power).
- ✅ Confirm the action in the dialog window.
In MIUI 13 and later, this path may be different. Alternative route: Settings → Additional → Turn off and reboot. If you have custom firmware installed (like Pixel Experience or LineageOS), the path will be standard for Android: Settings → System → Turn off.
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Method 3: Shutting off when getting stuck (forced stop)
If the Redmi Note 12 is completely frozen and unresponsive, you'll need to force shutdowns, which should only be used as a last resort, as it can lead to the loss of unsaved data.
⚠️ Warning: Forced shutdown interrupts all background processes. If video or system updates were being recorded at that moment, files may be corrupted.
- 🔋 Hold the power button for 10-15 seconds until the screen goes out and the phone vibrates.
- 🕒 Wait 30 seconds before re-energizing – this will discharge the residual voltage in the capacitors.
- 🔄 To turn on, hold the power button until the Redmi logo appears.
If the phone doesn't respond even to a long power button hold, try the Power Button + Volume combination, holding them for 20 seconds. This will work even in critical system failures.
Method 4: Turn off via Recovery Mode (for power users)
This method is useful if the phone is stuck on the MI logo or not booting into the system, and it is also useful before you firmware or reset settings.
- Turn off the phone (if it is on, use method 3).
- Hold the Power Button + Volume combination up until the Mi Recovery logo appears.
- In the Recovery menu, select Power Off (manage by volume buttons, confirmation by power button).
In some versions of MIUI, Power Off may not be available. In this case, simply select Reboot → Power Off. If you accidentally chose Wipe Data, reboot your phone immediately - this will cancel the reset!
| Action in Recovery | The result | Risks. |
|---|---|---|
| Power Off | Safe shutdown | No. |
| Reboot to Bootloader | Transition to fastboot mode | You can accidentally flash the wrong version. |
| Wipe Data | Reset to factory settings | Loss of all data |
| Apply Update | Installation of updates with SD-map | The wrong firmware can "brick" the phone |
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If the phone doesn't load into Recovery, try plugging it into a 10- to 15-minute charger. A discharged battery can block access to the menu.
Method 5: Automatically shut down on schedule
The planned shutdown feature is useful if you want to limit your phone usage time (for example, overnight) or save battery power. In MIUI, this option is hidden, but you can activate it:
- 🕒 Open the Settings. → Battery and productivity.
- 🔄 Select the Off/Off Schedule (some versions call it Automatic Power Management).
- ⏰ Set the time off and days of the week.
- ✅ Activate the slider Enable the schedule.
Note that if the phone is discharged to 5% or less at the scheduled time, it may not automatically turn on, and the feature does not work if the phone is in Do Not Disturb or Emergency mode.
Set time with a margin of 10-15 minutes
Turn off the "Do Not Disturb" mode.
Check the charge level (>10%)
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Frequent problems and their solutions
Even if you turn off the Redmi Note 12 properly, you can still have problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.
The phone does not turn off after pressing the button.
If the phone is turned on after selecting Turn off, the reasons may be as follows:
- 🔌 Charging is connected -- some firmware blocks the shutdown when the cable is connected.
- 🔄 System Update - if you're downloading an update, your phone won't shut down until it's done.
- 🛠️ System failure - try forced shutdown (method 3).
The phone is spontaneously turned on after switching off
This problem is often related to:
- 🔋 Fast Charging – Some Redmi Note 12 models automatically turn on when you connect charging. → Battery → Fast charging.
- 📡 Notifications -- push notifications can wake up your phone. Check settings in Settings. → Notifications → Wake up the screen.
- 🤖 Task scheduler -- if you're using apps like MacroDroid or Tasker, they might include your phone.
⚠️ Note: If the phone turns on immediately after switching off with vibration and flashing indicator, this may indicate a hardware failure of the power controller.