How to restart Xiaomi smartphone without a power button: all working ways

A broken or jammed power button on Xiaomi is a problem that many users face. Without the ability to physically press the power key, it seems like the phone has become a brick: it can not be turned off, rebooted or even unlocked. However, there are at least 5 alternative ways to restart the device without mechanically pressing the button. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods, from standard MIUI functions to technical tricks using ADB and external accessories.

It is important to understand that the choice of method depends on the condition of the phone: whether the screen is working, whether the device is unlocked, whether it is connected to charging. For example, if Xiaomi is completely discharged or the screen does not respond to touch, only some of the methods described below will do. We will also specify which models (for example, Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 or Mi 11) support certain functions, and warn against errors that can aggravate the situation.

1. Reboot via the settings menu (if the phone is on and unlocked)

The easiest way is to use the built-in MIUI options, which is suitable if the phone screen is working and the device is not locked with a password.

1. Open the Settings app** (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Scroll down and select About Phone (or About Device on newer versions of MIUI 14/15).
3. Slip on the item Reboot (on some models - Shutdown and restart).
4. Confirm the action by clicking “Reboot”** in the window that appears.

If your MIUI version does not have a separate “Reboot” option, use an alternative path:

• 🔧 Press the “Switch Off” button** in the notification curtain (swipe down from the top edge of the screen).
• 📱 In the menu that appears, select Reboot (on the POCO Some Redmis may be called Restart).
• ⚡ Confirm the action – the phone will start restarting in 5-10 seconds.

Phone screen responds to touch |

Device unlocked (no password/pattern lock lock)|

Battery charge of at least 10% |

No active system updates (check Settings → Software Update)

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This method works on all Xiaomi models, including the Redmi 10/11/12, POCO F4/F5, Mi 10/11/12 and older devices on MIUI 9-15.

⚠️ Note: Some firmware (e.g. custom or global versions) MIUI For Europe, the reset option may not be available, in which case try to turn the phone off through the menu first and then turn it on by plugging it into a charger.

2. Forced reboot via charger (if phone doesn't respond)

If Xiaomi’s screen doesn’t turn on or the device is “hung” on the MI logo, you can try a forced rebuke using charging, which works thanks to the power controller features in Xiaomi smartphones and is suitable even for fully discharged devices.

You'll need:

• 🔌 Original or quality charger (better with Quick Charge support).
• 📶 Working USB-cable (check for no damage).
• ⏳ 10-15 minutes of time.

Instructions:

1. Connect Xiaomi to charging and leave for 5-7 minutes (even if the indicator is not on).
2. After 5 minutes, turn off the cable and immediately connect it again.
3. Repeat the disconnection / connection 3-4 times with an interval of 1-2 seconds.
4. If the method works, the phone should vibrate and start loading.

This works on most Xiaomi models thanks to the built-in deep discharge protection mechanism, but on new flagships (such as Xiaomi 13/14), it may not work due to an optimized power controller.

⚠️ Warning: Do not use cheap chargers without protection from surges. This can damage the battery or motherboard, especially on models with support for fast charging (Redmi Note 12 Pro).+, POCO F5 Pro and others.).

3.Reboot via ADB (for unlocked phones)

If your Xiaomi has enabled debugging on USB (USB Debugging, you can restart it with your computer and utility ADB (Android Debug Bridge: This method is suitable for devices that don’t respond to screen touch but connect to a PC.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with installed Xiaomi drivers (you can download on the official website).
• 🔧 Utility. ADB (is part of Android SDK Platform-Tools).
• 📱 USB-cable (preferably original).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect Xiaomi to your computer.
2. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the ADB folder (or use PowerShell).
3. Enter the command to check the connection: adb devices If the device is determined, you will see its serial number.
4. Follow the reboot command: Adb reboot The phone should start restarting immediately.

If Xiaomi is not defined in ADB, try:

• 🔄 Reconnect the cable or use another port USB.
• 🔧 Install drivers manually through Device Manager (select) ADB Interface on the list).
• 📱 On the phone, turn on the debugging USB (security parameters in Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (Tap 7 times according to the version to unlock the developer mode).

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If ADB doesn’t see the device, try the adb kill-server command and then adb start-server before reconnecting the phone.

⚠️ Attention: Method ADB It doesn’t work if the screen is locked on Xiaomi (requires unlocking before connecting) and it’s not available on phones with debugging turned off. USB or reset to factory settings.

4. Use of gestures or volume buttons (for some models)

Some Xiaomi devices (especially POCO and the new Redmi) have a hardware button reboot feature that works even if the screen is not responsive to touch, but the phone is on.

Methods depending on the model:

If your model is not listed in the table, try the universal method:

1. Press both volume buttons for 20-30 seconds.
2. If the phone vibrates but does not reboot, release the buttons and try again.
3. On some firmware, this will trigger a recovery menu where you can select Reboot.

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On Xiaomi with MIUI 14+, you can set up a reboot gesture in advance (before the power button breaks):

1. Go to Settings → Special features → Gestures.
2. Enable the option of Triple Press to reboot (or similar).
3. Select the button (usually Volume Down).

5.Reboot via Recovery Mode (if the phone turns on but doesn't respond to the screen)

If Xiaomi is turned on but the screen is not working (for example, after a drop or moisture), you can try rebooting it through Recovery Mode. This method requires a charge connection and works even when the screen is locked.

Instructions:

1. Connect the phone to the charger.
2. Wait for the charge indicator to appear on the screen (if the screen is completely black, try the method in Section 2).
3. Hold the combination: 🔧 For most models: Volume up + Power (even if the power button is broken, sometimes triggered by mechanical contact). 📱 For POCO and Black Shark: Volume up + Loudness down + Nutrition.

Mi Recovery

Reboot → Reboot to System

If the screen doesn’t respond, but the phone vibrates when you press the buttons, try the “blind” method:

1. After logging into Recovery (vibration will confirm this), press Volume Down 3 times (select Reboot).
2. Press Volume Up 1x (Reboot to System selection).
3. Confirm the choice by long pressing Volume up + Volume down (analogue of pressing the power button).