✅ Method 1: Normal Restart (Soft Reboot)
This is the standard method when your phone is working normally:
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Press and hold the Power button (usually located on the right side).
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A menu will appear with options like Power Off, Restart, and Silent Mode.
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Tap on Restart.
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Tap again to confirm.
Your phone will power off and automatically turn back on in a few seconds.
🔄 Method 2: Force Restart (When Phone is Frozen or Not Responding)
If your MI phone is stuck or the screen is frozen:
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Press and hold the Power button for 10–15 seconds.
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The screen will go black.
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When you see the MI or POCO logo, release the button.
This is a force restart (also called a hard reboot). It will not delete your data, but it helps fix temporary system issues.
⚙️ Bonus Tip: Restart Using Quick Ball (if enabled)
MIUI also offers a smart feature called Quick Ball. If enabled:
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Tap the Quick Ball icon (a floating ball on the screen).
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Choose the Power icon or Restart option.
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Confirm to reboot the device.
To enable Quick Ball:
Settings → Additional settings → Quick Ball → Turn On
📝 Final Words
Restarting your MI phone regularly is a good habit. It clears temporary memory, closes background apps, and improves performance.
🚀 Works for:
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Redmi Series (Note 12, 13, etc.)
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POCO Series (M4, X5, F5, etc.)
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Xiaomi Series (Mi 10, Mi 11, Xiaomi 12, etc.)
If your phone continues to freeze often, consider updating your MIUI version or performing a factory reset (after backing up your data).