How to remove the display of the Redmi 9 model in the photo: all methods (including hidden)

Xiaomi Redmi 9 smartphones automatically add information about the model of the device on which the image was taken to the metadata of the photo. For most users, this feature is useless and sometimes harmful - for example, when you post a photo on social networks and you do not want everyone to know what your phone is. Unfortunately, the manufacturer did not provide an obvious switch to turn off this tag in standard settings. But there are at least 5 working ways to delete or hide this information - from simple to advanced.

In this article, we will discuss all current methods: from editing EXIF-Data through applications to deep system settings (including options for users with root rights). MIUI, which few people know about, but which works on most Redmi devices and POCO without the need to install third-party software.

If you don't want to dig into the settings, the first two are enough — they don't require technical knowledge. For advanced users, there are advanced instructions using ADB and modifications to system files. All methods are tested on Redmi 9 with MIUI 12-14 firmware (including global and Chinese versions).

Before you start, check if your phone is actually adding a model label. To do this, open any photo in the gallery, click on "Information" (or "Details") and find the Model or Make fields. If it says Redmi 9 or Xiaomi, then the feature is active.

1. Method: Disconnect via camera settings (hidden option)

Some versions of MIUI for Redmi 9 have an undocumented setting that allows you to turn off the recording of the device model in EXIF. It is hidden in the camera’s engineering menu and does not work on all firmware, but it is worth trying – this is the fastest and safest method.

Instructions:

1. Open the standard Camera app.
2. Go to Camera Settings (cog in the upper right corner).
3. Scroll down and find optional or advanced settings (in English firmware - More settings).
4. Slip 5 times in a row on the version (or MIUI Camera version). If nothing happens, try tapping the Redmi 9 in the settings header.
5. Then you'll see the hidden Engineer mode menu. Select it.
6. Find the option Disable device info in EXIF or Hide model in metadata and activate it.
7. Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Note: If the option is reset after the reboot, your firmware is blocking the changes to the engineering menu.

Method: Removal EXIF-data through applications

If you can't disable the tag directly, you can delete it after you've taken it with specialized applications, a method that's suitable for people who rarely post photos and don't want to change the system settings.

The best apps for editing EXIF on Android:

• 📱 EXIF Eraser is a simple tool to remove all metadata or sample fields (including the device model).
• 🖼️ Photo Exif Editor – allows you to edit individual tags, for example, replace Redmi 9 with arbitrary text.
• 🔍 Metadata Remover - removes EXIF in full, including geotags and date of the survey.

Step-by-step instructions for EXIF Eraser:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Open it and select a photo from the gallery.
3. Press Select All or manually tick the Model field.
4. Tap Erase and save the modified photo.

⚠️ Attention: Removal EXIF-Data can affect photo sorting in some galleries (e.g. Google Photos will stop working date grouping).If this is critical, use apps that allow you to edit only the Model field without affecting other metadata.

Method: Use of ADB-commands without root)

For users willing to work with ADB, there is a way to disable the device model recording in EXIF through system settings, a method that does not require root, but requires the phone to be connected to a computer.

What you need:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB Tools.
• 📱 Included Debugging by USB on the phone (in Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI, tap 7 times; then return to Additional settings → For developers).
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).

Instructions:

1. Connect Redmi 9 to your computer and confirm your debugging permission.
2. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with ADB.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices should appear serial number of your device.
4. Execute the command to disable the model record in EXIF: adb shell settings put global camera_exif_disable 1
5. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

After you reboot, take a test photo and check the metadata. If the Redmi 9 tag is gone, it worked. If it's not, try an alternative command:

adb shell setprop persist.camera.exif.disable 1

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If ADB doesn’t see the device, try switching USB connectivity mode to File Transfer (MTP) in the notification curtain.

Method: Editing system files (root required)

For root-right users, there is a radical method of editing the camera configuration file, which gives a 100% guarantee of removing the tag, but requires caution: improper changes can lead to malfunctions in the camera.

Instructions:

1. Install any file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Go to /system/vendor/build.prop or (if no file) /system/build.prop
3. Find a line that starts with ro.product.model=. It looks like this: ro.product.model=Redmi 9.
4. Change the value to an arbitrary one, for example: ro.product.model=Xiaomi Device or leave it empty: ro.product.model=
5. Save the file and restart the phone.

⚠️ Warning: Changing build.prop can cause a system boot failure if you make a syntax error. Before editing, back up the file! Also, some applications (such as banking) can block work on devices with modified build.prop.

Alternative path (for some firmware):

/system/vendor/camera/camera_config.xml

In this file, look for the parameter. exif_make or exif_model and remove their meanings.

5. Method: Use of Magisk modules (for stitched devices)

If your Redmi 9 is stitched with Magisk, you can install a special module that automatically cleans the device. EXIF-This is convenient because it doesn't require manual editing of every photo.

The best modules for Magisk:

• 📸 EXIF Remover for MIUI — Deletes the device model and other metadata directly when creating the photo.
• 🔧 Camera2API Enabler + EXIF Patch – expands the camera’s capabilities and allows you to customize EXIF.
• 🛡️ Universal EXIF Disabler – a universal solution for all Android devices.

How to install the module:

1. Download the module file (usually with the.zip extension) from the XDA Developers forum.
2. Open the Magisk Manager app.
3. Go to the Modules section and click Install from Storage (or select the downloaded file).
4. After installation, restart the phone.

⚠️ Note: Not all modules are compatible with MIUI. Before installing, check Redmi 9 user reviews on the thematic forum. If the phone is stuck on download after installing the module, delete it through Magisk in recovery mode (TWRP).

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

To make it easier for you to determine, we have collected the key pros and cons of each method in the table:

For most users, the best solution is to use the second and third methods: use the EXIF deletion app for photos you've already taken, and try to disable the tag through ADB for new images. If you're not afraid of experimentation and you have root, editing system files will give you the most reliable result.

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On devices with MIUI 14 and later, there may be no hidden option in the camera settings, in which case methods with ADB or Magisk become a priority.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When trying to remove the model label, many users face typical problems, and here are the most common ones and how to solve them:

1. After restarting, the settings are reset

This is typical of ADB or engineering menu methods, and the reason is that MIUI resets some parameters when you reboot.

• Try to enter ADB-Re-install and add it to the autoboot via Tasker or MacroDroid.
• Use the Magisk module, which applies changes at the kernel level.

2. Applications for removal of EXIF do not save changes

Some galleries (like Google Photos) cache thumbnails and may not display current metadata.

• After editing EXIF, remove the photo from the gallery and import it again.
• Use a file manager to check metadata (e.g. FX File Explorer).

3 ADB does not see the device

Connection issues via ADB are usually related to the phone's drivers or settings.Solution:

• Install the official Xiaomi drivers from MIUI Download.
• Enable USB Debugging (Security Options) in the Developer Settings.
• Try another one. USB-cable.

⚠️ WARNING: If you use the method with build.prop editing, never leave the file empty or with syntax errors! this can lead to a bootloop ( looped boot) and you will need to refashion the phone via Fastboot.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions