How to turn on a Redmi phone without a working power button

A situation where the power button on a smartphone is broken Xiaomi or Redmican confuse the user. The device seems completely dead, the screen is black, and it seems that the only way out is a service center. However, modern systems based on Android have a number of hidden functions and hardware features that allow you to start the gadget even if the physical switch is not working.

Before you panic or take the phone for repair, it is worth trying software methods and specific combinations of actions. In this article we will look at universal methods device activations that work on most models of the Redmi line, from older versions to the latest flagships with the shell MIUI and HyperOS.

Method of connecting to a computer and charger

The simplest and often effective way to make the phone wake up is to simulate a power supply event. When you connect the cable to a switched off smartphone, the power controller receives a signal that should normally wake up the system. If the button does not work, this signal may become a trigger.

Try connecting the device to the computer via the original USB cable. Unlike regular wall charging, connecting to a PC initiates a data exchange, which sometimes causes the screen to light up and show a boot logo or connection menu. If the screen remains black, leave the phone on charge for at least 30–40 minutes.

Sometimes the battery may be deeply discharged and the charge indicator does not appear immediately. In this case Android it can automatically turn on when a certain percentage of charge is reached. This process does not require user participation, but it does take time.

⚠️ Attention: If the phone heats up when connected, but the screen does not respond for more than an hour, the problem may not lie in the button, but in the power controller or the battery itself.

Using Recovery mode to reboot

If simply connecting to the network does not help, the next step is to try to enter recovery mode Recovery Mode. This mode boots separately from the main operating system and often responds to combinations of volume buttons, even if the power button is completely faulty.

To enter, hold down the volume up button (Volume Up) and connect the charging cable to the already held button. On some Redmi models, you need to hold both volume buttons (Volume Up + Volume Down) at the same time when connecting the cable. As soon as the logo MI or the Recovery menu appears, release the keys.

In the Recovery menu, navigation is carried out using the volume buttons, and selection is made using the same power button that does not work for you. However, in some versions of Recovery, item selection occurs automatically through a timer, or you can try pressing the volume down button while the cursor is on the item Reboot. Sometimes the system interprets holding down the volume for a long time as confirmation.

If you managed to get to the menu, select the item Reboot to System. Even if the touch screen does not work in this mode, the very fact of entering the menu often “rocks” the system, and after selecting reboot, the phone can start correctly in normal mode.

Running via PC and USB debugging (ADB)

This method is suitable for advanced users who previously had it activated USB debugging in the settings developer. If this function was enabled before the button broke, you can send a command to turn on or reboot directly from the computer.

You will need to install drivers ADB and Fastboot on the computer. Connect your phone with a cable and open Command Prompt on your PC. Enter the command to check the connection:

adb devices

If your device with status is shown in the list device, then the connection is established. To try to reboot (which is equivalent to turning it on if the phone is turned off but is in charging standby mode), use the command:

adb reboot

In some cases, if the phone is completely turned off, the command adb reboot may not work, but the command adb reboot bootloader can put the device into mode Fastboot, from where it is easier to control loading. This is one of the most reliable software methods.

What to do if ADB does not see the phone?

If the `adb devices` command shows an empty list or an `unauthorized` status, then debugging was not enabled previously or requires confirmation on the screen (which you cannot give). In this case, this method, unfortunately, will not work without preliminary preparation.

Hardware method: closing the contacts on the board

If software methods are powerless, the option of physical intervention remains. This method requires accuracy and an understanding of how electronics work. On the smartphone's motherboard, the power button contacts are connected to certain points.

You will need to disassemble the back cover of the phone (if it is removable) or carefully peel it off (if it is glued). Find the cable going from the power button to the board. Carefully unplug it. Then take tweezers or a thin screwdriver with an insulated handle and briefly short-circuit two contacts on the board where the cable came.

• 🔌 Closure simulates pressing a button and should start the phone.
• 🛠️ Tools should be metal, but not too wide so as not to short-circuit the adjacent ones circuits.
• ⚡ Security: Make sure the battery is connected, but be careful not to damage other components.

⚠️ Warning: Disassembling the phone yourself will void the warranty. If you are not confident in your abilities, it is better to entrust this procedure to the service center technicians, as there is a risk of damaging the cables or the screen.

This method is often used by repairmen for diagnostics. If the phone turns on when the contacts are closed, then the problem is solely in the mechanical button, and replacing it will solve the problem forever.

Setting up automatic power-on on a schedule

If you managed to turn on the phone using one of the methods described above, immediately set up the automatic power-on function. This will become your “insurance” for the future if the button completely fails or the phone accidentally turns off.

In the shell MIUI this function is hidden quite deeply. Go to menu Settings, then select section Advanced settings (or Advanced). Find the item Scheduled on and off.

Option	Recommended value	Description
On time	07:00	Set the time when you usually wake up.
Repeat	Daily	Guarantees switching on every day.
Shutdown time	Not specified	It is better not to set auto shutdown, so as not to complicate life.
Status	Enabled	Activate the function toggle switch.

After setting, even if the phone is completely turned off, it will start on its own at the specified time. This is a critically important setting for owners of devices with faulty buttons.

Helper applications and alternative methods

While the phone is working, it is worth installing special applications that duplicate the function of the button nutrition. There are many utilities in the Google Play Store, such as Button Savior or Volume Powerthat allow you to turn the screen on and off using the volume buttons or swipes.

However, most of these applications require root access to fully emulate the power off. Without superuser rights, they can only turn off the screen, but not turn off the device completely. However, they are ideal for locking the screen.

You can also use the function Double Tap to Wake (Double tap to wake). In the screen settings, find this item and activate it. Now, to wake up the phone, just tap twice on the black screen. This will eliminate the need to look for the button every time.

• 📱 Double tap works on most modern Redmi models.
• 🔋 Energy consumption when using wake-up sensors is minimal.
• ⚙️ Settings is located in the section Settings → Screen.

Don't forget that these applications and functions only help if the phone is already turned on. For the initial startup after a complete discharge, they are useless, so do not cancel the schedule setting.

⚠️ Attention: The settings menu interface may differ depending on the version of MIUI (12, 13, 14 or HyperOS). If you do not find the "Scheduled turn on" item, use the search in the settings by entering the word "turn on".

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Is it possible to turn on Redmi if the button has physically fallen off?

Yes, you can. If the button has fallen off, but the contacts on the board are intact, the method of closing the contacts with tweezers or connecting to a computer with the volume button held down to enter Recovery will help. Scheduled autorun will also work if it was configured earlier.

Is it safe to constantly use a phone with a faulty button?

Use is safe, but inconvenient. The main risk is the inability to urgently reboot a frozen device. Therefore, be sure to set up the “Double-tap to turn on screen” feature and install an application to emulate the lock button.

Will wireless charging help you turn on your phone?

Yes, wireless charging often works as a more powerful wake-up trigger than wired charging. Place the switched off phone on the charging pad - sometimes this is enough for the loading logo to appear.

What to do if the phone turns on, but the screen immediately goes blank?

Most likely, the proximity sensor is triggered or the system is trying to go into sleep mode. Try increasing the time before the screen turns off in the settings or disable the proximity sensor through the engineering menu (code ##6484##), if possible.

Is it possible to reset the settings without the power button?

Yes, through the Recovery menu. Enter it using a combination of the volume and cable buttons. Select item Wipe Data. To confirm the selection, you may need to long-press the volume button or use a mouse connected via an OTG cable if the phone supports this function in Recovery.