Xiaomi smartphone owners often face intrusive spam and scam calls, making blocking one of the most popular. On the Redmi 5, this task is solved by built-in MIUI tools that do not require installing third-party software. However, the shell interface may not be obvious to new users, sifting important lists in the depths of the menu.
The main difficulty is that the standard Phone app doesn’t always display the full list of rejected calls on the home screen.The blacklist is often integrated into the system security section or hidden inside the call settings. Understanding the menu structure will allow you to quickly find and manage the contacts you need.
In this guide, we will take a detailed look at all possible paths to viewing the list of unwanted subscribers, learn how to distinguish system locks from manual ones, and learn how to configure filters to more effectively protect against advertising.
To get started, make sure your device is charged and the screen is unlocked. All of the steps described are performed using the standard Android operating system with a MIUI shell.
Using the Security app to view the list
The most reliable way to find all blocked contacts on Xiaomi Redmi 5 is to use the system application “Security”. This is where the antivirus kernel and call filter module resides. This method ensures that you see absolutely all the numbers that are blocked, regardless of how they are added.
Launch the app with a shield icon, usually located in the Tools folder or on the home screen, and in the menu that opens, you need to find the section responsible for spam protection, and in different versions of the firmware it can be called Antivirus, Lock, or have a shield icon with a ban.
- 📱 Click on the Security app icon (green shield).
- 🛡️ Select the menu item “Block” or “Antispam».
- 📞 Slip on the Blacklist section to view all records.
- ⚙️ Use the settings menu (three dots) to import or export the base.
Inside the Blacklist section, you can see a table or list of all the numbers that are not allowed to enter. Here you can see the statistics of blocked calls and SMS. On Redmi 5 with MIUI version 9 or 10, the path can look like: Security → Antivirus → Settings (cogs) → Blacklist.
⚠️ Attention: Removing a number from the blacklist in the Security app will automatically unlock it for incoming calls and messages.Be careful when cleaning the list.
If you don't see the number on this list, it may have been locked directly through the call log or contact book, and the sync has gone wrong, so you should check the alternative paths.
Search for blocked contacts through the Call Log
The second common method of blocking management is to work directly through the Phone app, which is convenient if you just received an unwanted call and want to quickly block a subscriber or check the status of a particular number.
Open the standard caller and go to the call history tab. Find the number you're interested in. When you press a call record or phone number for a long time, the context menu pops up, often containing "Block" or information about the current lock status.
To view the full list through this menu, follow the following steps:
- 📞 Open the phone application (green handset).
- 📋 Go to the tab "Recent" or "Journal».
- 👆 Click on the menu button (three dots or lines) in the corner of the screen.
- 🚫 Select "Blocked Numbers" or "Black List».
The window that opens will show a list of all the numbers added to the lock via the call interface, where you can quickly delete the record or add a new one.
It is important to note that this list may not contain numbers blocked through third-party apps or carrier services.The call log only displays your device's local settings.
☑️ Checking the blocking status
Settings inside the Contacts app
A third source of information about blocked subscribers is in the Contacts app, which often blocks unwanted people directly from the phone book, forgetting about it, and checking this section will help identify sleeper locks.
Go to the Contacts app and click on the settings menu, which is usually hidden under a three-dot or gear button, and look for the Lock or Call Filter section. In older versions of Redmi 5's MIUI, this functionality could be put into a separate menu.
There is a more subtle control over incoming connections:
- 📒 Open the "Contact" app».
- ⚙️ Click on “Settings” in the upper corner.
- 🔒 Find the section "Blocking incoming».
- 📝 Check out the list of blocked contacts.
This section often includes the "Contact Only" feature, which automatically rejects all calls from numbers not stored in your memory.It's a powerful tool, but it should be used with caution to avoid missing important calls from couriers or delivery services.
⚠️ Warning: Enabling Contact Only mode may result in the loss of important calls from unknown numbers, such as doctors or emergency services.
If you’re syncing with a Google or MI Cloud account, changes to this list can automatically apply to your other devices.
Managing locks through System Settings
Deep lock settings are often hidden in the smartphone's general settings menu, which is useful if the app shortcuts have been removed or changed and the standard methods don't work.
Go to the main settings menu of Xiaomi. Find the "Apps" or "System Apps" section. In the list, find "Phone" or "Security." Inside the app menu, look for "Block" or "Antispam".
An alternative way to search for settings:
- Open the smartphone settings.
- In the search bar at the top, enter the word “Blocking”.
- Select the option “Blocking incoming” or “Blacklist”.
- The system will redirect you to the desired control section.
In system settings, you can activate additional filters, such as blocking hidden numbers or international calls, and global settings take precedence over settings for individual applications.
What to do if there is no lock menu?
Table of comparison of blocking methods
To help you understand the differences between ways to manage your unwanted contact list, we have compiled a comparison table that will help you choose the most appropriate method for your situation on Redmi 5.
| Access method | Wherever | Functional | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security Annex | Folder Tools | Full control, statistics, database updates | Low. |
| Call magazine | Application Phone | Quick lockdown, viewing history | Very low. |
| System settings | Menu Settings | Deep Filters and Rules Customization | Medium |
| Google Contacts | Annex Contacts | Synchronization with the cloud, basic list | Low. |
As you can see from the table, the Security app is the most powerful, but it's more convenient to use a call log to quickly check a particular number.
Using multiple methods at once can lead to conflicts, so it is recommended to choose one basic way to manage the blacklist.
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Check the blacklist on Redmi 5 regularly, as some numbers may get there by accident due to erroneous actions or aggressive spam filters.
Frequent Questions and Problem Solving (FAQ)
Even with detailed instructions, users may have specific questions about how MIUI works on the Redmi 5.
Why can a blocked number still be called?
Can I restore a deleted number from a blacklist?
Does the blocked subscriber see that he is on the blacklist?
How to block all hidden numbers on Redmi 5?
Regular maintenance of the lock list will help your phone to be free from unnecessary information noise. Remember that timely updating of the spam databases in the Security app significantly improves the effectiveness of protection.
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The most complete and reliable way to view and manage locked numbers on Xiaomi Redmi 5 is in the Security app under the Antispam section.