The Android operating system installed on Xiaomi devices has a powerful built-in diagnostic and recovery toolkit known as Recovery Mode. Access to this hidden partition is necessary for Redmi 4 Pro users (also known as Redmi Note 4 with a Snapdragon 625) in situations where the smartphone stops responding correctly to commands, hangs on the logo or requires complete data cleaning before selling. The Xiaomi Redmi 4 Pro uses a stock Recovery MIUI, which has a specific interface and differs from the standard Android AOSP.
The process of entering the recovery mode does not require root rights or connection to the computer, which makes it available even for inexperienced users. However, despite the simplicity of the action, you need to clearly understand the difference between the Fastboot and Recovery modes, so that you do not accidentally start the flashing process when you only need to reset. In this article, we will discuss in detail the algorithm for entering the recovery menu for the Redmi 4 Pro model, and also consider the available features of this menu.
Preparation of the device before entering the recovery mode
Before you start manipulating the system menu, you need to make sure that the smartphone battery is charged at least 50-60%.Abrupt power outage during operations in Recovery, such as formatting partitions or cleaning the cache, can damage the file system and inability to further boot the device.If the phone is turned on and running, it is recommended to back up important contacts and photos, as some operations in this menu irreversibly delete user data.
It’s also worth checking if the lock screen is locked with a complex pattern lock that you can forget after rebooting.In some versions of MIUI firmware, after logging in to Recovery and performing a Wipe Data reset, the system may require confirmation of a Mi Account or Google Account account that was previously associated with the device. Ignoring this point can lead to a situation where the phone becomes unusable without account data.
⚠️ Note: All actions in the Recovery menu you perform at your own risk.The author of the article is not responsible for the possible failure of your Xiaomi Redmi 4 Pro as a result of improper actions.
To perform most operations in recovery mode, the touch screen will not work, so make sure the physical control buttons (volume and power) are working and do not stick. The taps must be clear and confident that the system correctly reads your navigation commands through the menu.
☑️ Preparation of Xiaomi Redmi 4 Pro
The main way to enter through a combination of buttons
The most common and reliable method to get into the recovery menu on the Redmi 4 Pro is to use hardware buttons when the smartphone is off, which works regardless of whether the operating system is booting or the device is in a “brick” state (provided the bootloader is not critically damaged).
First, you have to turn off your smartphone completely, not just turn off the screen, but wait for the whole process to stop. Once the device is turned off, simultaneously press the Volume Up and Power button, and hold them tightly, without letting go, until the Mi logo or vibration appears.
- 🔘 Once the Mi logo appears, release the power button, but keep holding the volume button.
- 🔘 In a few seconds, the Main Menu menu should appear on the screen with several items in English or Chinese.
- 🔘 If instead of the Recovery menu appeared the Fastboot logo with the image of a hare in a hat-eared, then you overreacted the buttons or made a mistake with the combination.
Importantly, some global versions of MIUI firmware for Redmi 4 Pro may require a three-press power button to confirm the Recovery sign-in if the system suspects an accidental tap. However, most often, simply hold the Volume Up until the menu appears. If you did not work the first time, try repeating the procedure by changing the release of the power button.
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If the phone goes to Fastboot instead of Recovery, try pressing the volume button a little earlier, before the logo appears, and releasing the power button immediately after the first vibration.
Alternative Entry through ADB Teams
For advanced users who have debugging enabled on their smartphone USB (USB Debugging, there is a faster and more software-based way to enter recovery mode, which is especially useful if the volume button is faulty or crashes, making physical input impossible. ADB and connected original USB-cable.
First, connect the enabled Xiaomi Redmi 4 Pro to your computer. Open the command line or terminal in the ADB tool folder and enter a command to check the connection. Once you make sure the device is displayed in the list, you can send the reboot command to the desired mode.
adb reboot recoveryOnce you enter this command, the smartphone will automatically restart and immediately go to the Recovery menu, bypassing the booting stage of the operating system. This is the safest method in terms of not risking pressing the extra button, but it requires pre-configuring the phone, which makes it useless if the device is already not turned on or locked.
It is important to note that on new versions MIUI venturing ADB You may need to confirm on the smartphone screen that you have debugging permission from that computer, and if the phone screen is black or unresponsive, this method will not work, and you will have to resort to hardware buttons.
What if the ADB can’t see the device?
Navigation and management in the Recovery menu
The interface of stock Recovery on Xiaomi Redmi 4 Pro is extremely minimal and does not support touch control. Navigation is carried out exclusively using volume buttons, and the choice of item is confirmed by the power button. Understanding the navigation principle is critically important so as not to choose the wrong menu item, for example, instead of cleaning the cache, do not start a full reset.
The Volume Down button moves the cursor down the list and the Volume Up button up. The current selected item is usually highlighted or has an indicator on the left.
| Action. | Control button | Description of function |
|---|---|---|
| Move upwards | Volume Up | Raises the highlight by a point above |
| Moving down | Volume Down | Deletes the highlight by the paragraph below |
| Confirmation of choice | Power | Activates the selected menu item |
| Going back | Power (sometimes) | In some versions, it returns to the main menu. |
The main menu of Redmi 4 Pro usually has 6-8 main items, including Reboot (reboot), Wipe Data (data reset), Wipe & Reset (clean and reset), Connect with MIAssistant (company mode for firmware), and Safe Mode. Selecting the Connect with MIAssistant item puts the phone into a mode where you can install new firmware on your computer through the Mi Flash program.
Basic functions and data cleanup
One of the main reasons why users are looking for a way to go to the Xiaomi Redmi 4 Pro reclaimers is to reset the device to factory settings.The Wipe Data or Wipe & Reset option allows you to completely clear the internal memory of the smartphone from user files, applications and settings. This is an effective way to solve problems with the performance of the system or remove the forgotten password lock screen.
When selecting a cleanup point, the system will require additional confirmation, because the action is irreversible. Usually, you need to select the Wipe All Data item and confirm it by choosing Confirm. The process can take from a few seconds to a couple of minutes, after which the phone will suggest restarting.
⚠️ Note: Wipe Data removes ALL files: photos, contacts, messages and installed applications. It will be impossible to restore them without a pre-created backup.
Also available on the menu is Wipe Cache, which doesn’t affect the user’s personal data but deletes temporary system files, a useful procedure to fix minor software glitches, interface glitches or app update issues without requiring a complete phone reset.
Another important feature is Safe Mode, which is that when you choose this mode, the smartphone boots with third-party apps disabled, which allows you to diagnose whether a newly installed program is causing conflicts in the system, and if the phone is stable in Safe Mode, then the problem lies in one of the applications.
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Use Wipe Cache to fix minor system errors, and only Wipe Data – if the phone is not booted or sold to a new owner.
Possible problems and solutions
When you log in to Recovery on Redmi 4 Pro, users can face a number of challenges, and the most common is that the phone simply boots up normally, ignoring the pressed buttons, which can mean you release the buttons too early or too late. Try changing the timing: release the power button immediately after the vibration, while keeping the volume down.
Another common problem is getting into Fastboot mode, which happens if you've pressed the volume button instead of zooming in, or if you've pressed the combination incorrectly. 10-15 seconds until the phone is forced to turn off, and try to log in again, carefully watching the buttons.
- 🔄 If the Recovery menu is in Chinese, don’t panic: the navigation remains the same, and the reset point is usually second or third on the list.
- 🔋 If the phone is discharged during the reset process, connect the charger and wait 10-15 minutes before retrying the switch.
- 📱 When you hang on the Mi logo after leaving Recovery, try making a forced reboot with a long press of the power button.
If neither of these methods helps you get into recovery mode, the bootloader or system files of the phone may be damaged. In such cases, you may need to flash the device through Fastboot mode using your computer and the Mi Flash Tool utility, which is a more complex procedure.