How to hard reset on Xiaomi Pocophone F1

Learning how to hard reset on Xiaomi Pocophone F1 may not appear to be important if everything is working. However, if problems show up and no ordinary troubleshooting steps work, you may end up wanting to know how to hard reset your device. In this short tutorial, we show you the ways to hard reset on Xiaomi Pocophone F1

Method 1: How to hard reset on Xiaomi Pocophone F1 under Settings menu

If your Xiaomi Pocophone F1 has no problem going to Settings, then this method should be your preferred way to factory reset. It’s simpler and faster to do than the rest of the options below.

1. Create a backup of your personal data such as photos, videos, messages, etc.
2. Open Settings app.
3. TapPersonal.
4. Tap Backup and reset.
5. Tap Factory data reset.
6. Tap Reset device.
7. Enter the password if prompted.
8. Select Erase everything to confirm.

Method 2: How to hard reset on Xiaomi Pocophone F1 using hardware keys

In case Settings menu is inaccessible, or if your device keeps on rebooting, the next good alternative to resetting your Xiaomi Pocophone F1 is by using the hardware buttons. In other cases, this method may also be the only method that you can use especially if the phone has become unresponsive. It’s also helpful if there’s a problem with the touchscreen due to a firmware fault.

To hard reset on Xiaomi Pocophone F1 using hardware keys:

1. If possible, create a backup of irreplaceable data in your internal storage before performing a master reset. If not possible, skip this step and proceed to the next one below.
2. Hold down the Power button to turn off the device.. This is important. If you can’t turn it off, you’ll never be able to boot to Recovery Mode. If you are not able to shut the device off regularly via the Power button, wait until the phone’s battery is drained. Then, charge the phone for 30 minutes before booting to Recovery Mode.
3. Press the Volume Up and Power buttons together.
4. When the POCO logo appears, release the Power button.
5. Let go of Volume Up button when ‘Recovery Mode’ appears.
6. Select “Wipe Data” by using Volume Down to navigate and the Power button to confirm it.
7. After that choose “Wipe All Data”. Use Volume Down to navigate and the Power button to confirm.
8. Select “Reboot” and “Reboot to system” by using the Power button.
9. The last step is to select “OK” by using the Power key.
10. Set your phone up again.

Method 3: How to hard reset on Xiaomi Pocophone F1 under Service menu

For some Xiaomi Pocophone F1 devices, using a code under the Service menu may also factory reset the phone. Some firmware versions of Xiaomi Pocophone F1 may disable access to the Service menu though so if nothing happens after entering a code, you can assume your device has no such option.

To use your Xiaomi Pocophone F1 Service Menu to wipe the device:

1. Create a backup of your personal data such as photos, videos, messages, etc.
2. Open the Phone app (dialer app).
3. Dial the following code: *2767*3855#
4. Follow the subsequent instructions to wipe the device.

 

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