Deleted photos on a Redmi Note 4 can sometimes be recovered using built-in tools or third-party software, depending on how recently they were deleted and whether the storage space has been overwritten.
Using Redmi's Built-in Recovery: First, check if your device has a "Recently Deleted" or "Trash" folder in the Gallery app. Open Gallery, look for a menu or folder section that might contain recently deleted items, and restore them from there if available.
Using Google Photos: If you had Google Photos enabled, deleted photos may be in the Google Photos trash for 60 days. Open Google Photos on your device or visit photos.google.com, tap the menu, go to Trash, and restore items from there.
Using PC Recovery Software: If the above methods don't work, connect your Redmi Note 4 to a computer and use data recovery software like:
- Recuva (Windows, free)
- Dr.Fone (Windows/Mac, paid)
- EaseUS MobiSaver (Windows/Mac, paid)
Enable USB debugging on your phone (Settings > About Phone > tap Build Number 7 times, then enable Developer Options) before connecting.
Important Tips: Stop using your phone immediately after deletion to prevent the storage space from being overwritten. The sooner you attempt recovery, the higher the success rate. Recovery becomes less likely if you've taken many photos or installed large apps since the deletion, as they may have overwritten the deleted data.
Note that success is not guaranteed, especially if storage has been heavily used afterward.