How to remove saved Bluetooth devices on Xiaomi Redmi: 5 ways + problem solving

Stored Bluetooth devices on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones sometimes become a source of problems, from accidental connections to a neighbor’s headphones to errors pairing with a car radio. Even after removing the gadget from the list, it can “return” after a reboot or automatically connect at the most inopportune moment. In this article, we will discuss all the ways to clean the Bluetooth list, from standard MIUI settings to hidden functions of the engineering menu.

The thing about MIUI is that it caches connected device data not only in the visible interface, but also in the system files. So just pressing "Forget the device" doesn't always work. We tested the instructions on the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, Redmi 10C and POCO X5 Pro models (all of which run on MIUI 14 and later) -- and we found the only reliable way to delete it completely, which works even when the device doesn't want to forget.

1. Standard removal via Bluetooth settings

So let's start with the basic method, which works 80 percent of the time, and it's good if the device is listed and has no pairing errors. In MIUI, the way you go about settings may be slightly different depending on the firmware version, but the general logic is still there.

Open the Settings menu → Connections and sharing → Bluetooth. Here you'll see a list of all the devices saved. Press the gear (⚙️) Next to the desired gadget, a menu will open with information about it. At the bottom of the screen will be the button "Forget the device" (or "Delete" in older versions). MIUI). Confirm the action.

• 🔹 Pros of the method: fast, does not require a restart, works on all Redmi models.
• 🔸 Cons: The device may “return” after a reboot or update MIUI.
• 📌 If the Forget button is inactive (grey), it means the device is currently connected.

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If the device reappears in the list after removal, try turning off the Auto Connection feature in Bluetooth settings before deleting.

2. Delete via “Network Settings” (hidden method)

MIUI has a hidden network management menu that stores data on all connections, including Bluetooth, which is useful if the device is not displayed in the main list or removed in a standard way.

Go to Settings → Memory → Cleanup → Network Settings (some versions may have Settings → Additional → Special Features → Network Settings). Here you will see a list of all the saved networks — Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and mobile data. Find the "Bluetooth" section and click on it. A list of devices will open with the option to delete them. This method often helps when the standard "Forget" doesn't work.

⚠️ Note: This menu also allows you to reset your mobile network and Wi-Fi settings. Do not click on other sections unless you plan to reset all your saved networks.

Write it down. MAC-addresses of important Bluetooth devices (in case of re-pairing)|Disable all active Bluetooth connections|Close background apps that use Bluetooth (e.g. fitness trackers)|Reboot the smartphone after removal

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3. reset Bluetooth settings (complete cleaning)

If the device persists in returning after removal, a full reset of Bluetooth settings will help, which removes all stored devices, and also resets visibility settings and connection modes, and use it if other methods have not worked.

Go to Settings → About Phone → Settings → Network Reset. Here, select Reset Bluetooth (in some versions of MIUI, it may be called Reset Wireless Networks). Confirm action. Once you reset, all devices will be removed and you will have to pair them again.

4. Removal through the engineering menu (for experienced)

If standard methods don't work, you can use the engineering menu (#4636## or #36446337## for new models), which requires caution, as improper actions can disrupt the Bluetooth module.

Enter the engineering menu call code in the Phone app. Go to the Bluetooth section (or «RF Band Selection» → «Bluetooth in some versions. Here you'll see a list of all the saved MAC-Find the device address, manually delete it, and then reboot the phone.

⚠️ Warning: Do not change other options in the engineering menu unless you know their purpose.This may cause loss of communication or overheating of the Bluetooth module.

5. Delete via ADB (for advanced users)

If none of these methods work, then you have to clean it up through ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires connecting your smartphone to your computer and knowing the basic commands, and it's guaranteed to remove all traces of the devices, including hidden system files.

Connect Redmi to your PC, enable USB debugging (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version – press 7 times, then go back to Settings → Additional → Developers → USB debugging). Open the command line on your PC and type in:

adb shell pm clear com.android.bluetooth


adb shell rm /data/misc/bluedroid/bt_config.conf

After you execute the commands, restart your smartphone. All Bluetooth devices will be deleted and the settings will be reset to the factory.

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ADB-It's the most reliable method, but it requires preparation, and only use it if other methods don't work, because it resets all Bluetooth settings, including device name and visibility mode.

6. Solving problems after removal

Sometimes, when you delete the device, you get errors, you can't reconnect, you can't find permanent communication interruptions or you can't detect the device.

• 🔧 Unable to connect error: Remove the device on both sides (for example, on your smartphone and headphones), then restart both gadgets.
• 🔄 Device not detectable: Enable Visible for All mode in Bluetooth settings on Redmi and try searching again.
• 📱 Permanent Communication Breakdowns: Reset Network Settings (Settings) → Resetting settings → Reset network settings) and pair the device again.
• 🔋 Bluetooth shuts down itself: Check battery saving settings - some modes (like "Ultra-Economic") turn off Bluetooth in the background.

If the problem persists, try updating the firmware (Settings → About Phone → System Update). Newer versions of MIUI often fix Bluetooth pairing errors.

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