How to Reset a Call to Xiaomi: 7 Proven Ways for All Models

Have you ever faced a situation where you need to urgently interrupt a call to Xiaomi, but the standard shutdown button does not work? or wanted to cancel the dial without waiting for the connection? In this article, we will examine all possible ways to reset calls on Redmi, POCO and other devices running MIUI – from classic methods to hidden features.

The manufacturer doesn’t always obviously place call controls, especially in newer versions of the shell. And some users don’t even realize that you can reset a call on Xiaomi without pressing the screen — using hardware buttons or voice commands. We’ve compiled current methods for MIUI 12/13/14 and earlier, including solutions for devices with a broken display.

It’s important to consider that the algorithm of actions can vary slightly depending on the phone model and firmware version. For example, on the Xiaomi 13 Pro with MIUI 14.0.5, the gesture to reset a call is configured differently than on the Redmi Note 10 with MIUI 12.5. But the general principles remain unchanged, and we’ll look at them.

1. Standard call reset via screen

The most obvious way is to use the Phone interface, and when you call it, you have two buttons on the screen:

• 📞 Green handset: answer an incoming call or turn the conversation into hands-free.
• 📛 Red tube - reset a call (cancel dial or terminate a conversation).
• ⏱️ Call timer – shows the duration of the conversation (appears after the connection).

To interrupt the call:

1. Press the red button with the tube (located at the bottom of the screen in the center).
2. On some models (POCO F4, Xiaomi 12T) the button can be shifted to the left – this is a feature of the MIUI 13+ interface.
3. If the screen is locked, unlock it without cancelling the call - swipe up or fingerprint scanner.

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On Always-on Display devices (such as Xiaomi 13 Ultra), the reset button can be displayed directly on the locked screen – no full unlocking is required.

Problems with the standard method arise if:

• 🔄 The screen does not respond to touch (an alternative method is needed).
• 🔇 Reset button is hidden due to a failure in MIUI.
• 👤 The call goes through the second SIM- card and the interface is not displayed correctly.

2. Resetting the call with hardware buttons

If the touch screen is not working or freezes, you can use physical phone buttons, a technique that works on all Xiaomi models, including the Redmi 9A, POCO X3 Pro and flagship series.

Instructions:

1. During an active call, press the power button (on/off) once.
2. The menu will appear on the screen with options: 📛 Complete call (or reset). 🔕 No sound (turn off microphone). 🔊 Speak.

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On some devices (such as the Xiaomi Mi 11), this menu is called by double pressing the power button. If a single tap blocks the screen, try:

• 🔘 Press the power button for 2-3 seconds — the shutdown menu will appear, where there may also be an option to reset the call.
• 🔊 Press the volume/volume button — on some firmware, this interrupts the call.

On devices with MIUI 14 and later, double pressing the power button triggers the camera by default – this feature must be turned off in the settings (Settings → Lock screen → Double press of the power button) to use the call reset method.

3.Reset the call via the Quick Settings menu

A little-known way is to use the notification bar, and it works even if the phone app is stuck.

Step-by-step:

1. During the call, swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
2. Find the notification of the current call (usually at the top of the list).
3. Swipe the notification left or right – the Reset button will appear.
4. On some firmware, you need to click on the notification itself to open the call management mini interface.

Advantages of the method:

• ⚡ Works when the phone app freezes.
• 🔄 Does not require screen unlocking (on MIUI 13+).
• 📱 Suitable for devices with a faulty sensor (if the notification panel is opened by a gesture).

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If the call notification does not appear, check:

• 🔕 Is not Do Not Disturb mode activated (Settings → Sound and vibration → Do Not Disturb).
• 📵 Are not notifications disabled for the Phone application (Settings → Applications → Phone → Notifications)
• 🔄 Does a third-party launcher (e.g., Nova Launcher) that can block system notifications are used?

4. Voice Call Reset (Google Assistant / Xiao AI)

For owners of devices with voice assistant, a way to reset a call without touching the screen is available, which is especially convenient if you are driving or doing other things.

How to set up and use:

Method 1: Google Assistant (for devices with Google Mobile Services)

1. Activate the assistant with the “OK, Google” command or by holding the “Home” button.
2. Tell one of the commands: 🗣️ "Finish the call" 🗣️ "Dispose" 🗣️ "Cancel the dial" (for outgoing call)

Confirm the action by voice or on screen.

Method 2: Xiao AI (for GMS-free devices, such as China)

1. Activate Xiao AI by holding the Home button or by voice command.
2. Say in Chinese or English: 🗣️ "Hang up the call" 🗣️ "End the call"

Limitations of the method:

• 🔇 Requires pre-setting of the voice assistant and microphone access.
• 📶 A stable Internet connection is required to process the command.
• 🔊 In noisy places, the assistant may not recognize the command.

5. Resetting a call through the "On the plane" or "Do not disturb" modes

The last way to interrupt a call is to activate modes that force the connection to be cut, which works on all Xiaomi devices, but has side effects.

⚠️ Warning: Activating flight mode during a conversation will cause instantaneous communication interruption, and the caller will hear short beeps, a technique that should only be used in emergency cases, as it looks like a network failure on the part of the interlocutor.

Alternatively, enable Do Not Disturb with permission for current contact:

1. Open Settings → Sound and vibration → Do not disturb → Allow exceptions.
2. Add contact to the exclusion list.
3. Activate mode – the current call will be reset, but repeated calls from this subscriber will pass.

6.Resetting a call on a locked screen

If your phone is locked and you need to reset your call urgently, use these methods:

• 🔢 Volume buttons: On some models (Redmi Note 11, POCO M4 Pro), simultaneously pressing the volume buttons up + down resets the call.
• 📱 Swipe up gesture: On devices with MIUI 12+, a swipe up from the bottom edge of the screen (like unlocking) can show a reset button.
• 🔄 Double-touch: If Double-touch to wake up (Settings → Lock Screen → Double-touch) is enabled, tap the screen twice to unlock it and access the reset button.

For devices with a fingerprint scanner:

1. Place your finger on the scanner, the screen will unlock.
2. Without removing your finger, swipe up to open the notification panel.
3. Swipe the call notification to the left and click Reset.

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On devices with Always-on Display (for example, Xiaomi 13T Pro), the reset button can be displayed directly on the locked screen – just click on it without fully unlocking.

⚠️ Warning: On some firmware (MIUI 11 and below), the gestures on the locked screen may not work, in which case only unlocking the PIN- code or pattern lock will help.

7.Resetting a call through third-party apps

If standard methods don’t work, you can use apps from Google Play or MIUI App Store, which are useful for automating the process or if you have non-standard needs (for example, resetting calls on a schedule).

Example of setting up Tasker for automatic reset:

1. Create a new task (Task → New Task).
2. Add the action Phone → End Call.
3. Set the condition (e.g. Event → Phone Ringing + filter by number).
4. Save and activate the task.

⚠️ Warning: Call reset applications may conflict with MIUI and cause telephony malfunctions. Check reviews and in-store ratings before using.

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