How to Remove Bluetooth Devices from Xiaomi: All Ways

Xiaomi’s current smartphones support dozens of Bluetooth devices, from headphones and speakers to fitness bracelets and smartwatches, but over time, the list of associated gadgets grows, and some of them stop working correctly, with connection problems, the sound is interrupted, or the device refuses to be identified at all, in which case the most reliable solution is to completely remove the problematic device from the memory of the phone.

However, not all users know that simply clicking “Forget device” in the Bluetooth menu does not always work 100%, especially for devices on MIUI 12-14, where after updates, there are often bugs with data caching. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to remove Bluetooth devices from standard to hidden, and also explain how to completely reset the wireless module if the gadget “hangs” in the system.

You will learn why some devices are not removed through the usual MIUI interface (for example, after resetting the headphones or updating their firmware), how to clean the list of conjugate devices through the engineering menu, and what to do if the phone does not see the Bluetooth module at all. Instructions are suitable for all current Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models – from the budget Redmi Note 12 to the flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

1. Standard removal via Bluetooth settings

So let's start with the simplest method, which works 90 percent of the time, and it's good if you have a device that's on the conjugated list, but you want to remove it, for example, because of an unstable connection, or before you sell it.

Here is a step-by-step guide for MIUI 13/14 (the interface may be slightly different on older versions, but the logic is the same):

• 📱 Open the Settings app (cog icon on the home screen).
• 🔵 Go to Connections and Sharing (or Bluetooth in older versions).
• 🔄 Turn on Bluetooth if it is turned off (slider at the top of the screen).
• 📋 In the list of Associated devices, find the gadget you want to remove and tap on it.
• 🗑️ Click the Forget button (or Delete in some firmware).
• ✅ Confirm the action in the pop-up window.

After that, the device will disappear from the list, and the next connection will require repairing, but there are cases when the Forget button is inactive or the device is not removed, we will talk about this in the next section.

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If the device appears again in the list after deleting it when you turn on Bluetooth, try to turn it off first (disconnect button) and then click Forget.

2.Why is the device not removed through the menu?

Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the “Forget” button does not work or after clicking the device remains on the list, which is a typical problem for Xiaomi, related to the peculiarities of the MIUI.

• 🔄 Bluetooth cached data – the system retains device information even after deletion.
• 📱 Firmware bug – especially relevant after major updates MIUI (For example, when switching from 12 to 13 version).
• 🔌 The device is currently connected – some gadgets (such as Mi Band or Xiaomi Smart Band) block deletion if they are active.
• 🛠️ Damaged system files – if updates were previously interrupted or root rights experiments were conducted.

If standard removal doesn’t work, try the following steps:

1. Reboot your smartphone – sometimes it helps to reset temporary locks.
2. Disconnect your device from Bluetooth (if it’s connected) and then try to remove it.
3. Check if the phone has launchers or shells (like Nova Launcher) that may conflict with system settings.

3. Remove via resetting Bluetooth settings

If the device persists in not wanting to move, you can resort to a complete reset of Bluetooth settings, which will remove all the associated devices and return the module to factory parameters.

• 🎧 Headphones are connected, but the sound is interrupted or distorted.
• 🚗 Automotive radio or car Bluetooth adapter is not defined.
• 🕒 The device appears in the list, but does not connect (hangs error Pair failed).

Resetting instructions:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth.
2. Tap the three-point menu (⋮) top-right.
3. Select Reset Bluetooth settings (or Clear the list of devices in some firmware).
4. Confirm the action.

Once reset, all devices will be removed and re-connected, and this method does not affect other phone settings (Wi-Fi, mobile network, etc.), but it can help if the system cache was the problem.

4. Removal through the engineering menu (for experienced users)

If previous methods have not worked, you can use the Engineering Mode, which has advanced Bluetooth settings, which requires caution, since improper actions can lead to malfunctions in wireless interfaces.

Here’s how to remove the device through the engineering menu:

1. Open the phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##
2. In the menu that opens, select Phone Information (or Testing in some versions).
3. Scroll down and find the Bluetooth partition (could be called the BT or Bluetooth test).
4. Slip on the Bluetooth address or Paired devices list – all the associated devices will be displayed here.
5. Find the device you want and press Unpair or Remove.

If the engineering menu does not have the ability to remove the device, you can try to reset the Bluetooth module completely:

• In the same menu, look for Bluetooth reset or Clear BT data.
• Confirm the reset - this will remove all the saved devices and return the module to the factory settings.

Remember or write down. MAC-Addresses of important devices (located in their settings)

Disconnect all Bluetooth gadgets from your phone

Close background applications that use Bluetooth (such as music players)

Make sure the battery is over 30% (in case of reboot)

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5. Delete via ADB (for advanced users)

If the device is not removed by either method, the last option is ADB (Android Debug Bridge), a debugging tool that allows you to manage system settings through a computer, and is only suitable for users familiar with the command line.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with drivers installed ADB and Fastboot.
• 📱 Included Debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then return to the Additional Settings → For developers).
• 🔌 USB-cable.

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your computer and open the Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (macOS/Linux).
2. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
3. Get a list of Bluetooth devices: Adb shell settings get global bluetooth_paired_devices You'll see a line with MAC-comma-separated addresses.
4. Copy. MAC-The address of the device you want to delete (for example, AA:BB:CC:11:22:33).
5. Remove the device with the command (replace) MAC Adb shell settings put global settings bluetooth_paired_devices "MAC1,MAC2,MAC3" Where MAC1,MAC2,MAC3 — Remaining addresses without the device being removed.
6. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

Once the device is rebooted, the problem device will disappear from the list, which is guaranteed to work, but requires care - an error in the command can lead to a failure in Bluetooth.

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Use ADB only if other methods fail, and incorrect commands can disrupt system services, including Wi-Fi and mobile network.

6. Solving problems after device removal

Sometimes, even after successfully removing a device from the list, connectivity problems persist. Here are typical situations and solutions:

If none of the methods worked, the problem may be a hardware failure of the Bluetooth module, in which case it is recommended:

• 🔧 Check the operation of the module on another phone (connect to Xiaomi knowingly working device).
• 📲 Reset your phone to factory settings (pre-backup).
• 🛠️ Contact the service center if the warranty is still valid.

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Before resetting your phone to factory settings, try rolling back the firmware to the previous version of MIUI - sometimes Bluetooth bugs appear after updates.

7 How to Avoid Bluetooth Problems in the Future

To avoid having to remove devices every time they start to glitches, follow these guidelines:

• 🔄 Regularly update the firmware of the smartphone and plug-in gadgets (for example, headphones Xiaomi Buds through Mi Home).
• 📵 Turn off Bluetooth when you don’t need it – it saves battery life and reduces the risk of conflict.
• 🔋 Don’t use cheap Bluetooth adapters (for example, for your car) – they are often a source of problems.
• 🔍 Periodically clean the list of conjugate devices, removing unnecessary gadgets.

It’s also helpful to know that some Xiaomi devices (like the Mi Band 7 or Xiaomi Smart Band Pro) can automatically connect to your phone even if you’ve deleted them.

1. Open the Mi Fitness app (or Zepp Life for new models).
2. Go to the profile of the device and untie it from the account.
3. Only then remove it from the Bluetooth list on your phone.

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If you frequently connect different Bluetooth devices (e.g. in your car and at home), use the Connection Profiles feature in MIUI 14, which allows you to quickly switch between sets of devices without manual pairing.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing Bluetooth devices in Xiaomi