How to Boot Xiaomi 12S into Recovery Mode, Fastboot Mode and Download Mode

Are you wondering How to Boot Xiaomi 12S into Recovery Mode, Bootloader Mode or Fastboot Mode, and Download Mode? Then, follow the instructions listed on this page to successfully boot Xiaomi 12S into Recovery Mode, Bootloader Mode or Fastboot Mode, and Download Mode.

Xiaomi 12S Recovery Mode allows a user to troubleshoot and fix problems with their device. In addition, recovery mode can access some core functions of the device, such as factory resetting the device, wiping cache, Installing updates, backup and restoring data, flash root packages and other zip mods, etc.

Xiaomi 12S Fastboot Mode or Bootloader Mode is used to re-flash system partitions on the device. It is an alternative to the recovery mode but is more advanced. It helps to modify or write data directly to your device's flash memory.

Xiaomi 12S Bootloader Mode or Fastboot Mode can be used to unlock the bootloader, flash a custom recovery (CWM, TWRP, Philz, etc.), flash stock ROM, flash custom image files, and more.

Xiaomi 12S Download Mode allows users to flash ROM, Kernel, root packages (SuperSU), and perform system updates. It also helps restore the device to stock firmware from a custom firmware.

Also: Xiaomi 12 Lite Recovery Mode and Fastboot Mode

Boot Xiaomi 12S into Recovery Mode

Below are the methods using which you can boot Xiaomi 12S into Recovery Mode.

Boot Xiaomi 12S Recovery Mode using Hardware Buttons

Power off your phone.
Once the device is off, press and hold the Volume Up + Power button together for a few seconds.

Release the Power key as soon as you see the Xiaomi Logo on the screen.
But keep holding the Volume Up button to enter into the Recovery Mode.

Boot Xiaomi 12S into Recovery using ADB command

First of all, install the Xiaomi 12S USB Driver and ADB and Fastboot Drivers on your Windows computer.

Now, enable "USB Debugging" on your phone from Developer Options. If Developer Options is missing, go to Settings → About Phone and tap on Build Number about 7-10 times.
Connect your device to computer and open Command Prompt (CMD).
Now, enter the below command in CMD to boot Xiaomi 12S into Recovery Mode.
```
adb reboot recovery
```

Boot Xiaomi 12S into Fastboot Mode / Bootloader Mode

Below are the methods using which you can boot Xiaomi 12S into Bootloader Mode or Fastboot Mode.

Boot Xiaomi 12S Bootloader Mode/Fastboot Mode using Hardware Buttons

Power off your Phone.
Press and hold Volume Down + Power button together for a few seconds.

Now, your phone should boot into Fastboot Mode.

Boot Xiaomi 12S Bootloader Mode/Fastboot Mode using ADB command

Assuming ADB and Fastboot Drivers and USB Drivers installed on your computer.
Enable "USB Debugging" on your phone from Developer Options. If Developer Options is missing, go to Settings → About Phone and tap on Build Number about 7-10 times.

Connect your device to the computer using a USB cable and open Command Prompt (CMD).
Enter the below command in the Command Prompt window.
```
adb reboot bootloader
```

Boot Xiaomi 12S Download Mode

Power off your Phone.

Once the device is off, press and hold the Volume Up + Power button together for a few seconds.
Release the Power key as soon as you see the Xiaomi Logo on the screen.
But keep holding the Volume Up button to enter into the Recovery Mode.

In the next step, select “Connect with MIAssistant” using Volume keys and press the Power button to confirm.
Now, your phone should boot into Download Mode.