How to return to a previous version of MIUI

MIUI is one of the levels of customization most loved by Android users today. Its stability, customization, aesthetics and performance make the user experience incredible on any device.

Like any operating system, it receives frequently security updates, bug and error fixes or to incorporate new features.

How to return to a previous version of MIUI

In most cases everything is going great. That is, receive the update on your mobile, download and enjoy the news. However, in many cases this is not the case and you wish you hadn't updated your device. That's where you ask yourself, now what?

The simplest solution could be to wait for the manufacturer to fix these problems with a smaller update or patch. If you are not in a hurry and can survive with it, wait. But what if you can't use your mobile properly? What do you do in that case?

This is where you have to resort to drastic solutions like revert to a previous version, in this case MIUI, so that everything returns to normal while problems are resolved.

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Many people do not know how to do it (even if it is not impossible, it takes their work) and for that, we have given you a small step by step so that you can quietly downgrade and enjoy your Xiaomi as always.

Why go back to an older version of MIUI?

There are many reasons why the software costs. must be downgraded. In this case, it is possible that during the MIUI update to the latest version, your device has compatibility problems, something very common.

In other cases, it is possible that the update has a failure or an error directly from its programming, so it can only be fixed by the development team.

These are the reasons why you should go back to the previous version of MIUI

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In any case we would like to tell you that there is a solution to these problems and that return to a previous version of MIUI it's possible. Next, we show you step by step how to do it.

Steps to return to the previous version of MIUI

Follow each of these steps to go back to the previous version of the Xiaomi customization layer

• The first and most important step is back up all stored information on the device. To do this, you can resort to remote storage like a PC or hard drive. Plus, you can do it in the cloud if you prefer. It is always better to be safe.
• Now you should know which one version of MIUI you have installed on your mobile. This way, you can avoid installing the same version and not fix the problem. To do this, you just have to go up «Settings> About phone> MIUI version». There you will find the information you need, write it down and follow the steps.
• Once you know the current version of MIUI which is installed on your computer, you have to download the previous version and this is possible by accessing DownMi.

At this point you should:

• Once inside the portal, choose the model of your Xiaomi and the type of ROM (Global / China).
• Find the version of MIUI currently installed on your computer. So, choose the version before this one. It is important to check the build number very well and that it matches the version you are going to download to avoid compatibility issues that could arise. If yours ROM is Global, you will have to look for a similar one. Likewise if it is China.
• Once everything is correct, proceed with the download the recovery version.

Important: if the download does not start immediately, just click on the option "Copy link" and paste it into your browser's navigation bar.

How to install an older version of MIUI?

Once the download is complete and with the files in your possession, it's time to install it on your device. To do this, follow these steps:

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• On your smartphone or computer (where you downloaded the file) go to File Manager and save the ROM you just downloaded in the root folder.
• Time to rename the file. To do this, enter the following: "Update.zip" (without quotes).
• Once the ROM has been saved to the root folder, it's time to go on «Settings> About phone> System update».
• Now go to the top right of the screen and select the three dots to access the option to select the update package.

Important: if you are unable to see this option, you will only have to press the MIUI logo several times to activate the advanced options.

• Once in this section, you will be in degree of view the ROM that you just downloaded. Select it and the restore will begin previous version of MIUI.
• Once the process is complete, you can perfectly enjoy your Xiaomi with the previous version of MIUI.

As you will see, it is a very simple and fast process which, above all, it does not require the root of your mobile. Just follow the steps carefully, consider the recommendations and that's it. Don't forget to tell us if this little tutorial helped you.

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