Hard Reset via Recovery — Xiaomi Mi Pad 3
Optimized for Mi Pad 3 (Android 7.0 (Nougat), MIUI 9)
Factory Reset from Settings — Xiaomi Mi Pad 3
Optimized for Mi Pad 3 (Android 7.0 (Nougat), MIUI 9)
Enter Recovery Mode — Xiaomi Mi Pad 3
Optimized for Mi Pad 3 (Android 7.0 (Nougat), MIUI 9)
FRP Bypass (Google Lock) — Xiaomi Mi Pad 3
Optimized for Mi Pad 3 (Android 7.0 (Nougat), MIUI 9)
Why reset your Xiaomi Mi Pad 3?
A hard reset on the Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 fixes boot loops, forgotten PINs and persistent lag. The method above will wipe the device back to factory condition. Always back up your data first, as a reset cannot be undone.
Frequently asked questions
Will a hard reset delete everything on my Xiaomi Mi Pad 3?
Yes. A hard reset (also called a factory reset) erases all apps, photos, messages, and accounts, returning the Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 to its out-of-box state. Back up anything you want to keep before starting.
Does resetting the Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 remove the SIM lock or carrier lock?
No. A hard or factory reset only clears data and settings — it doesn't remove a carrier/SIM lock, which is tied to the device's IMEI at the network level. You'd need to contact your carrier for an unlock.
How long does a factory reset take on the Xiaomi Mi Pad 3?
Typically a few minutes, though it can take longer on older or heavily used devices as more stored data has to be wiped.
Will I need my Google account password after resetting the Xiaomi Mi Pad 3?
Yes, if Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is enabled. Android (and HarmonyOS 2.x devices with Google services) will ask for the last signed-in Google account after a reset — make sure you know that password first.
Can I factory reset my Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 without the password?
Yes — resetting through recovery mode doesn't require your lock screen password, since it bypasses the login screen entirely. That said, Factory Reset Protection may still ask for your Google account credentials afterward as an anti-theft measure.
Does my Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 have a hard reset button?
Not a single dedicated button — the Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 uses a button combination instead of one labeled "reset." See the Hard Reset section above for the exact keys to press.
How do I reset my Xiaomi Mi Pad 3?
Use the Hard Reset method above if your Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 is frozen or won't respond, or the Factory Reset method if the screen still works normally — both are covered step by step on this page.