How to Reboot Xiaomi Redmi 3S: 5 Ways to Work

Xiaomi Redmi 3S is one of the most popular budget models of the brand, released in 2016, but still used by many users. However, as the device ages, software failures often occur: sudden hanging, black screen, the inability to turn off the device in the standard way, in which case rebooting becomes the first and most effective solution.

But how do you properly reboot Redmi 3S if it doesn't respond to press? There are several methods, from a simple soft restart to a forced reboot through hardware buttons or even a reset via Recovery Mode. In this article, we'll look at all the current methods, including the nuances for different versions of the firmware (MIUI 8/9/10), and also warn of some errors that can lead to data loss.

We're going to focus on situations where the smartphone doesn't respond to the power button, it's stuck on the Mi logo, or it's a "No Command" error in recovery mode, and these cases require a separate approach, and we'll look at them in detail.

1. Soft reboot: the standard method

If your Xiaomi Redmi 3S is stable, but you want to just upgrade or eliminate small lags, just perform a soft reboot.This method is data-safe and requires no special skills.

Instructions:

• 🔄 Press and hold the power button (located on the right end of the case) for 2-3 seconds.
• 📱 On the screen will appear menu with options: "Switch off", "Reboot", "Emergency mode".
• 🔁 Select the "Reset" item and confirm the action.

The smartphone will turn off and automatically turn on in 10 to 20 seconds, which is suitable for most situations where the device responds to presses, but if the screen does not respond or the phone freezes, a forced reboot will be required.

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If the smartphone is turned on for a long time after a soft reboot (more than 1 minute), this may indicate overcrowded memory or damaged system files, in which case it is recommended to clear the cache through Recovery Mode (see section 4).

2. Forced reboot: when the smartphone got stuck

If the Redmi 3S doesn’t respond to touches, power buttons, or Mi logos, a hard restart will be required, simulating battery extraction (although it’s not removable in the Redmi 3S) and resetting all current processes.

How to do this:

1. 🔋 Press and hold the power button. + Volume up button (top key on left end) at the same time.
2. ⏱️ Hold them for at least 10-15 seconds until the screen goes out and the phone starts vibrating.
3. 📵 Release the buttons – the device automatically restarts.

This works even if the screen is completely black or the smartphone is in an “infinite boot” state, but frequent use of forced reboot can damage the file system, so only resort to it in extreme cases.

3.Reboot via Recovery Mode: Cleaning the cache

If the smartphone is turned on but is not stable (frequent lags, spontaneous reboots, application errors), the problem may lie in a crowded cache, in which case cleaning the cache through Recovery Mode, a special recovery mode, will help.

Step-by-step:

1. 🔄 Turn off your phone (if it reacts) or perform a forced reboot (see Section 2).
2. 🔧 On the switched-off device, press simultaneously: 🔋 Power button; 🔊 Volume up button.

Mi

Recovery Mode

5-10 seconds

"Wipe & Reset"

"Wipe Cache"

"Reboot"

"Reboot to System"

This procedure does not delete user data (photos, contacts, messages), but resets temporary files that could have caused the crashes. If problems persist after cleaning the cache, you may need to reset to factory settings (see section 5).

Make a backup copy of important data|Charge your phone at least 30 times%|Turn off USB (if connected)|Remember the password from the Mi Account (if tied)-->

4.Reboot when getting stuck on the Mi logo

One of the most common problems with the Xiaomi Redmi 3S is getting stuck on the Mi logo after an update or a failed reboot, which is due to a conflict of system files or firmware corruption, in which case a standard reboot won’t help, you need to use alternative methods.

Solutions:

• 🔄 Multiple forced reboot: sometimes helps 3-5 short-term hard restarts in a row (hold buttons for 5 seconds each time).
• 📥 Fastboot Flashing: If the phone is detected by the computer in Fastboot Mode (plug in) USB Check in Device Manager, you can install the official firmware through the Mi Flash Tool.
• 🔧 Recovery Reset: Select "Wipe Data" from the Recovery menu, but note that this will delete all data!

If neither method worked, the problem could be hardware (damaged memory or motherboard), in which case it is recommended to contact the service center.

5. Full reset (Hard Reset): last resort

If Redmi 3S is constantly restarting, emitting critical errors, or not turning on after an update, a complete factory reset may be required.This method deletes all data, including apps, settings, and files, so use it only if other methods have not worked.

How to perform Hard Reset:

1. 🔧 Go to Recovery Mode (see Section 3).
2. 📱 Select the option "Wipe Data" → "Wipe All Data".
3. 🔐 Confirm the action (you will need to enter a password if it was set).
4. 🔁 After reset, select "Reboot to System".

The first turn on after the reset can take up to 5-10 minutes — that's okay. If the phone is back on the logo, try reflashing it through the Mi Flash Tool.

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Before you run Hard Reset, be sure to remove the memory card (if installed) to avoid formatting it. The data on the internal memory will be deleted without recovery!

6.Reboot via ADB: for advanced users

If you have experience with Android Debug Bridge (ADB), you can reboot Redmi 3S via the command line.This method is useful if the smartphone responds to a PC connection but does not turn on normally.

Instructions:

1. 🖥️ Install. ADB Fastboot Tools on the computer.
2. 🔌 Get Redmi on board. 3S PC-only USB (Preferably the original cable).
3. 🐍 Open the command line (Win) + R → Type in cmd) and execute the commands: adb devices adb reboot

If the device is listed (adb devices show a serial number), the adb reboot command will perform a soft reboot.

adb reboot bootloader

This requires the USB debugging enabled in the developer's settings, and if it's been disabled, it won't work.

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When rebooting the Xiaomi Redmi 3S, users often make mistakes that can make the problem worse, and let’s look at the most common ones and how to prevent them.

Another common problem is that you lock your Mi Account after a reset, and if your phone was linked to a Xiaomi account, you'll need to enter your username and password after Hard Reset, and if you forget, restore your access to account.xiaomi.com in advance.

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Before any reboot, check the battery level. If it's below 15%, plug in the charger. Discharge during reset can cause serious failures!

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions