Reset Xiaomi Mi 7 to factory settings: all ways and nuances

Why you need a reset to factory settings and when to apply it

Resetting the Xiaomi Mi 7 to factory settings is a radical but effective way to get the smartphone back to a stable state of operation, which removes all user data, apps and settings, returning the device to a “out of the box” state, most often in three cases:

First, if the phone starts to slow down or spontaneously reboot after installing updates or third-party applications. Secondly, resetting is mandatory before selling or transferring the device to another person - this ensures that your personal data (photos, messages, passwords) does not fall into the wrong hands. Third, the procedure helps to eliminate system errors that are not solved by standard methods (for example, endless loading or locking the screen).

It is important to understand that resetting is not a panacea for hardware problems (for example, a faulty battery or a broken screen). SD-Before you start, make sure that the problem is really software, and not related to hardware".

On Xiaomi Mi 7 (model of 2018 release, codename dipper), reset can be done in three ways: through the settings menu, using the recavator (if the phone does not turn on) or through Fastboot (for power users).

Preparing for resetting: what to do in advance

Before you drop the Xiaomi Mi 7, take a few critical steps to keep you from losing data and unforeseen problems in the process.

• 📱 Back up. Use the built-in Settings feature. → Additionally. → Backup and reset → Local backup or third-party services like Google Drive, Mi Cloud. Especially important to save: Contacts (export to.vcf) Photos and videos (copy to PC or cloud) SMS and call logs (applications like.vcf) SMS Backup & Restore)
• 🔋 Charge the battery to at least 50%. Reset at low charge can be interrupted, which will lead to a "brick" (inoperability) of the device.
• 🔑 Make sure you know the data from your Mi Account. Once reset, your phone will require you to enter the username and password from the Mi Account tied to the device!
• 📶 Turn off the lock. FRP (Factory Reset Protection! To do this, delete all Google accounts in Settings → Accounts.

⚠️ Warning: If you forget your Mi Account password, restore it in advance. Once reset, the system will lock the phone if you don't enter the correct data. Recovery through Xiaomi support can take up to 7 days!

Also check if you have a bank account attached to your device (like Google Pay or Mi Pay) and if you reset your payment data, you will have to reset it, and if you use TWRP or custom firmware, remember that a reset through a standard receivable will return your MIUI stock and all modifications will be lost.

Method 1: Reset via the settings menu (if the phone is working)

This is the easiest and safest method available if Xiaomi Mi 7 It turns on and responds to touch. Instructions are valid for all versions. MIUI (including MIUI 12/13/14):

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to About Phone → General Settings (or additionally in older versions).
3. Select Backup and Reset.
4. Reset your settings (in some firmware – Reset all settings).
5. The system will tell you what to delete: 📱 All data (including applications) 📁 Network settings (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) 🔑 Accounts (if you are not afraid of problems with your account) FRP)

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Wait for the reboot (it will take 5-10 minutes).

Once completed, the phone will turn on with the screen of the initial setup, as after purchase. If the process has been stuck on the MI logo for longer than 15 minutes, see the section "What to do if the reset is frozen."

Backup of important data |

Battery charged >50%|

Deleted all Google accounts (to disable FRP) |

I remember the username/password from Mi Account|

All payment services are disabled-->

Method 2: Reset via Recovery (if the phone is not turned on)

If the Xiaomi Mi 7 doesn’t respond to the power button, freezes on the logo or is locked, use Recovery mode, which works even when the firmware is damaged, but requires physical access to the phone’s buttons.

Instructions for stock recaveri (not TWRP!):

1. Turn off the phone (clip Power + Volume up for 10 seconds if it freezes).
2. Press both Power and Loudness up until the Mi logo appears (usually 5-7 seconds).
3. Release the buttons when the Recovery menu appears (black screen with yellow text in English).
4. Use volume buttons for navigation and power for selection. Select: Wipe Data → Wipe All Data → Confirm
5. Confirm the action by selecting Yes.
6. Once you have finished, select Reboot → Reboot to System.

If the menu is in Chinese, focus on the order of items:

1. 3rd point – Wipe Data (data cleanup).
2. The last item is Reboot (Reboot).

To reset via Fastboot, you will need a computer with drivers installed ADB/Fastboot original USB-cable (preferably from the kit). on Xiaomi Mi 7 This method erases all partitions, including internal memory, and requires re-firmware MIUI via Mi Flash Tool.

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Volume Down + Power before the screen with the rabbit in the hat-eared (Fastboot mode) appears.
3. Connect the phone to the PC.
4. Open the command line (Win + R → enter cmd) and execute commands in turn: fastboot devices (should display the serial number of the device) fastboot erase userdata fastboot erase cache fastboot reboot

If the phone does not boot after these commands, you will need a complete flashing through the Mi Flash Tool. For firmware instructions, look for the "Recovery after a failed reset" section.

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Before using Fastboot, check if the bootloader is unlocked on your Xiaomi Mi 7. If not, unlock through the official Xiaomi website.

Table: Comparison of reset methods for Xiaomi Mi 7

What to do if the reset is suspended or an error occurs

Sometimes the reset process is interrupted, and the Xiaomi Mi 7 hangs on the MI logo or download screen.

• 🔄 Infinite boot after reset: Wait 20 to 30 minutes - sometimes the first download takes a long time.If the screen does not change, pinch the Power + Volume up for 15 seconds for forced reboot.Repeat reset via Recovery.
• 🚫 Recovery's "No command" error: Press Power + Loudness up on 3 If it doesn't work, run the stock Recovery through Fastboot: fastboot flash recovery. recovery.img
• 🔌 Phone doesn't turn on after reset: Check battery power (plug in 30 minutes to charge). If the indicator doesn't burn, maybe the power plume is damaged. Try booting up to Fastboot. + Power) and rewire the device.

⚠️ Note: If after a reset, the phone requires a Mi Account, but you do not remember it, do not enter the data at random. After 5 unsuccessful attempts, the device will be locked for 24 hours.

If none of the methods worked and the phone remains a "brick" (no buttons, no PC is detected), you will need to use the device. JTAG-programming or replacing the motherboard. You can't do that at home.

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If the reset is interrupted during the data cleanup phase, never force the battery to be removed, which can damage the userdata partition and make the phone unusable for recovery without JTAG.

FAQ: Frequent questions about resetting Xiaomi Mi 7