This tutorial lists step-by-step instructions on how to flash stock firmware using Xiaomi Mi Flash Tool on Windows computer.
Before you proceed with the flashing process, make sure to follow the below preparation steps for smoother flashing process.
Preparations:
- It is recommended to take a backup of your phone data to a safe place, like your computer.
- Ensure that your phone is charged to at least 70% before you proceed with the flashing process.
Flash Stock ROM using Mi Flash Tool (Xiaomi Flash Tool)
Step 1: Download and install the required Android USB Driver on your computer. If in case you already have the drivers installed, skip this step.
Step 2: Download Stock ROM Firmware for your Android smartphone or tablet and extract it on your computer.
Step 3: Download and extract Xiaomi Mi Flash Tool on your computer. After extracting the MiFlash Tool, you will see the files as shown in the image below.
Step 4: Now, open the setup file to install the Xiaomi Flash Tool on your computer.
Step 5: Now, power off your phone and toot your device into Download Mode (Fastboot Mode) by pressing and holding the Volume Down and Power buttons together for 6-8 seconds.
Step 6: Once your device boots into Fastboot Mode, you will see the below screen.
Step 7: Now, connect your Xiaomi device to the computer using a USB data cable.
Step 8: Open, Xiaomi MiFlash Tool on your computer and click on the “select” button and locate the firmware folder (which you have extracted in Step #2).
Step 9: Now, click on the “flash” button to begin the flashing process.
Step 10: Once the flashing process is completed, you will see a “success” message in Xiaomi Flash Tool.
Congratulations! Now you successfully flashed Stock Firmware using Mi Flash Tool.