How to remove the notification curtain from the lock screen on Xiaomi: 5 working ways

Are you tired of anyone pulling down the notification curtain on your Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO locked screen?This feature, while convenient for quick access to alerts, often becomes a privacy breach. Attackers or just curious can see the contents of SMS, messaging from instant messengers or even control fast switches (Wi-Fi, mobile data, flashlight) without unlocking the phone.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can turn off the curtain on your lock screen, from standard MIUI settings to hidden features for advanced users. The instructions are relevant for MIUI 12, 13 and 14, as well as for most models: Xiaomi 11/12/13 series, Redmi Note 10/11/12, POCO F3/F4/F5 and others. If you use custom firmware, pay attention to a separate section with alternative methods.

Why the curtain on the lock is dangerous: 3 real threats

Many users don't see an issue in an open notification curtain until they face the consequences, and here are the specific risks it poses:

• 🔓 Access to Personal Data: Notifications often display fragments of correspondence (e.g. confirmation codes from the SMS or WhatsApp/Telegram). The attacker can see them without even knowing the password.
• 📶 Network management: With quick settings in the curtain, you can turn off mobile internet, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, which will disrupt the work of trackers (for example, if the phone is stolen).
• 🔋 Battery discharge: Constant update of notifications in the background consumes charge. AMOLED-The screens (for example, Xiaomi 13 Ultra) are particularly noticeable.

According to a Kaspersky study (2023), 38% of smartphone data thefts occur through notifications on a locked screen, and 64% of Xiaomi users do not even suspect that the curtain can be completely blocked.

Method 1: Standard shutdown via MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use built-in privacy options, which is suitable for most devices on MIUI 12-14 and does not require superuser rights (root).

1. Open Settings → Always display (or lock screen in older versions).
2. Go to the Notifications section on the lock screen.
3. Select Do Not Show Notifications or Hide Notification Content (depending on the MIUI version).
4. Activate the Notification Curtain Lock switch (may be called Ban Swipe Down).

If you have a MIUI 14 on the Xiaomi 13/13 Pro or Redmi Note 12, the path may be slightly different.

Settings → Display → Lock screen → Additional settings → Locking the curtain

Are the lock screen settings open?

Is there a "No Notice" option?

Is the curtain lock option activated?

Reload the phone to apply changes?-->

Important: On some firmware (e.g., the global version for the POCO X5 Pro), the curtain lock option is hidden, in which case, try changing the region in the settings to India or Europe - this sometimes reveals additional features.

Method 2: Using Incognito (hidden mode)

If your MIUI version doesn’t have a direct shutter lock option, you can bypass the restriction with Incognito mode, which works on Xiaomi 12T, Redmi K50 and other models with MIUI 13+.

Algorithm of action:

1. Press your finger in the free space of the lock screen (not on the notification!).
2. In the menu that appears, select Notification Settings.
3. Activate the incognito (or hidden mode) switch.
4. Confirm the action if you need to enter a password / pattern lock.

After activation of this mode:

• 🔒 Notification curtain will be blocked for swipe down.
• 📵 The content of the notifications will be hidden (only the app icons will be displayed).
• 🔔 The sound and vibration of the notifications will remain active.

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If Incognito mode is not displayed, upgrade MIUI to the latest version or install a patch through Xiaomi Community (Mi Account required).

Method 3: Blocking through ADB (for advanced users)

If standard methods don't work, you can lock the curtain using Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires you to connect your phone to your computer, but it gives you 100% results, and is suitable for all Xiaomi models, including Black Shark and custom firmware devices.

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install ADB Tools on PC.
2. Turn on the phone Debugging over USB (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → 7 times tap the version number → go back to Additional settings → For developers).
3. Connect your phone to your PC and execute a command in the terminal (or CMD):

adb shell settings put global lock_screen_show_notifications 0

To unlock the curtain back, use:

adb shell settings put global lock_screen_show_notifications 1

Method 4: Third-party applications for blocking the curtain

If you don't want to go through the settings or use ADB, you can use specialized utilities, and we tested 5 apps and selected the most reliable ones:

• 🔐 Lockscreen Notifications (free, no root): Locks the swipe down and hides notifications. MIUI 12-14, but requires permission to impose.
• 🛡️ Notisave (paid version): Allows you to fine-tune which notifications to show and which not. Supports Xiaomi, Samsung and OnePlus.
• 🔄 MacroDroid (free): Creates automation that locks the curtain when you turn on the screen. Requires macro settings.

How to install and configure Lockscreen Notifications:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Grant permission to Overlay over other windows (Settings → Applications → Special Accesses).
3. Enable the Block Notification Panel option.
4. Add the app to the battery optimization exceptions (Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization).

⚠️ Note: Some applications (such as Notisave) may conflict with MIUI Optimization is a built-in Xiaomi service. If the phone starts to brake after installation, turn off the optimization for the application manually.

Method 5: Manual editing of system files (root only)

If you have root access (for example, through Magisk), you can block the curtain by editing system files, which gives you maximum control, but requires caution - incorrect changes can lead to a bootloop.

Instructions for experienced users:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Go to /system/csc/others.xml (or /system/csc/feature.xml for newer versions of MIUI).
3. Find the line with the parameter lockscreen_notification_panel and change the meaning to false:

<CscFeature_SystemUI_LockScreenNotificationPanel>false</CscFeature_SystemUI_LockScreenNotificationPanel>

1. Save the file, set the rights 644 (rw-r--r---).
2. Reboot the phone.

Alternative path (for MIUI 14):

/system/priv-app/SystemUI/SystemUI.apk/res/values/csc_feature_systemui.xml

⚠️ Note: Before editing system files, be sure to make a backup through TWRP Or OrangeFox Recovery. On some models (e.g. Xiaomi) 13T) files are protected by dm-verity, and changing them can cause a phone to reset.

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System file editing is the most powerful, but also the riskiest method, and only use it if other methods have failed and you have experience with root.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after the curtain is blocked, users face unexpected challenges, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:

If none of the methods worked, check:

• 📱 Version MIUI: On beta versions of firmware, some features may be disabled.
• 🔄 Regional settings: In Chinese versions MIUI Privacy options are often limited.
• 🔧 Custom modules: If Magisk or Xposed is installed, they can block system changes.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions