These are the instructions to root Xiaomi Mi4i (running on 5.0 or later) using the Mi4i Rooting kit on Windows Computer.
Requirements: Your Device should have
atleast 20-30 percent of battery to perform the rooting process.
Steps to Root Xiaomi Mi4i-
Step 1:
Download and install Xiaomi Mi4i USB driver on your computer.
Step 2: Enable USB Debugging on your
Device. To enable USB Debugging: Open
Settings > About Phone > Tap on MiUi
version (7-8 times).
Now, Again go to the Settings > Additional Settings > Developers Option > USB Debugging > Tap to Enable.
Step 3:
Download and extract Mi4i Rooting Kit on your computer. After extracting, you will be able to see the following files:
Step 4: Connect your Xiaomi Mi4i
smartphone to the computer.
Step 5: Now, Open rec.bat (from the Mi4i rooting kit).
Step 6: Once, Mi4i Rooting Kit is launched,press 1 on your computer to begin the rooting process.
Step 7: Now, your device will start in
fastboot mode.
Step 8: And after 4-5 minutes your device will be rooted and your device will restart.
Step 9: Now, you will be able to see the
SuperSU icon in the app drawer, which
confirms your device is rooted successfully.