How to Reboot the Xiaomi Redmi 4: 5 Ways to Work

Your Xiaomi Redmi 4 suddenly stopped responding to clicks, the screen froze on the logo or the app “hangs” so that even the Power button does not work? This situation is familiar to many owners of the budget hit of 2017. Despite the reliability of the model (especially the versions with 3/32GB and 4/64GB), over time even it can crash due to overheating, firmware errors or application conflicts.

In this article, we’ll look at all the possible ways to reboot, from a simple forced restart to Fastboot recovery if the smartphone doesn’t turn on at all. You’ll also learn why Redmi 4 is most often hung on MIUI 8-12 and how to prevent re-hangs.

1. Forced reset: a universal method

If your smartphone responds to pressing, but the screen is “frozen” or the app doesn’t close, try the standard method:

• 🔄 Press the power button for 10-15 seconds until the screen goes out and the Xiaomi logo appears.
• ⏱️ If nothing happens, hold the button for 20 seconds – it will force the power out.
• 🔌 After vibration, release the button and wait for the automatic reboot (can take up to 1 minute).

This method works 90% of the time and doesn’t affect user data, but if the smartphone is stuck in the boot phase (the endless Mi logo), more drastic measures will be needed.

💡

On the Redmi 4 Pro, the Power button is on the right, not the top, as the standard version.

If the forced restart doesn't work, move on to the next one, but check first.

• 🔋 Battery level (if the indicator flashes red, plug the charge for 10 minutes).
• 📶 Physical damage (bloated battery or moisture inside the housing may block the switching on).

2. button combination for "hard" reset

When a smartphone doesn’t respond to long-term Power retention, use a hardware combination that simulates battery extraction (although it’s not removable in Redmi 4) and works even when the system crashes.

Instructions for all Redmi 4 versions (including Prime and Pro):

1. Press the buttons at the same time: Power + Volume Up
2. Hold them for 15-20 seconds until the screen goes out.
3. Release the buttons and wait for the vibrations – this is a signal of a successful reset.
4. Press Power again to turn the device on.

If the combination didn’t work the first time, try again, holding the buttons for up to 30 seconds.Some firmware (such as custom LineageOS) may require an alternative combination:

Power + Volume Down (Volume Down)

3.Reboot via Recovery Mode

If the smartphone is turned on but “locks” on the logo or the screen is flashing, it will help to enter Recovery mode.This method is also useful if you need to reset to factory settings (but note that all data will be deleted!).

How to Sign In to Recovery on Xiaomi Redmi 4:

Turn off your smartphone (forced if it freezes)

Press Power + Volume Up at the same time

Release buttons when the Mi logo appears

Select your language using volume buttons and confirm Power

-->

The following options are available in the Recovery menu:

To reboot, select Reboot → Reboot to System. If the system still doesn't start, try clearing the cache. Don't choose Wipe Data unless absolutely necessary - it will lead to complete data loss!

MIUI updates

Installation of a new annex

Overheating or falling

By itself (without apparent reason)-->

4.Reboot via Fastboot (for experienced)

If the smartphone doesn’t boot even in Recovery but responds to a PC connection (defined as Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008), you can try rebooting it via Fastboot mode.This method requires ADB/Fastboot drivers installed and minimal command line knowledge.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect Redmi 4 to your PC via USB-cable.
2. Press Power + Volume Down for 10 seconds to log in to Fastboot.
3. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with Platform Tools.
4. Enter the command to check the connection: fastboot devices If the device is determined (the serial number will appear), reboot: fastboot reboot

If the team doesn’t work, try an alternative:

fastboot -w reboot

This command further clears the cache (-w), which can help with freezes due to corrupted system files.

💡

Fastboot is the only way to reanimate Redmi 4 if it doesn’t load into Recovery and doesn’t respond to buttons, but it does require an unlocked bootloader.

5. Causes of hangings and how to avoid them

Xiaomi Redmi 4 is often “hang” for the following reasons:

• 🔥 CPU overheating (especially on Snapdragon 430 versions for long games or charging).
• 📱 Firmware conflicts: unofficial MIUI custom ROM (Pixel Experience may contain errors.
• 🗑️ Full memory: If less than 1 GB is free, the system begins to “brake».
• 🦠 Viruses or malicious applications, especially from third-party sources (APK).
• 🔋 Worn-out battery: if the capacity falls below 70%, sudden shutdowns are possible.

To minimize the risk of hanging:

• 🛡️ Clean the cache regularly in Settings → Warehouse → Cleanup.
• 🔄 Update. MIUI through settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 🚫 Remove unused applications, especially optimizers and cleaners».
• 🔋 Avoid charging with “cheap” cables – they can cause voltage surges.

💡

If your Redmi 4 is overheating frequently, remove the case while charging or playing.Temperatures above 45°C can cause emergency shutdowns.

To check the status of the battery enter in the dialer:

##4636##

Select Battery Information and check Health Level. If it's below 80%, consider replacing the battery.

6.When the reboot doesn't help: diagnosing "iron"

If none of these methods worked, the problem may lie in the hardware. Typical symptoms of hardware failure in Redmi 4:

• 🔌 The smartphone does not turn on even after connecting to charging (the indicator does not burn).
• 🔊 The vibration is there, but the screen is black.
• 🔥 The body is very heated in the off state.
• 💧 Under the screen are visible divorces (getting moisture).

In such cases, self-repair can aggravate the problem.

⚠️ Warning: Trying to disassemble the Redmi 4 without experience can damage the display plume or tear off the battery contacts.In the Redmi 4 Pro model, the camera plume is especially fragile!

Average cost of repair (for 2026):

Before visiting the service, back up your data if your smartphone is responding at all, connect it to your PC in MTP mode (if it is defined as a drive) and copy files from internal memory.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Redmi 4 hang-ups