How to add cleaning to Xiaomi desktop: full instructions

Many Xiaomi smartphone users often notice that over time, the device starts to work slower and the free space in memory disappears rapidly.It is a natural process of accumulating cache of applications, residual files and temporary data that the system does not delete automatically without your participation.

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at how to add cleaning to Xiaomi’s desktop to keep the system on top of you. You’ll learn how to customize widgets, use hidden security features, and automate your Redmi or Poco’s maintenance process, which will let you forget about manually searching for the right menus and speed up your smartphone in a few clicks.

Why you need a quick cleaning on the main screen

The main reason you should bring cleaning to your desktop is to save time and control performance. When you have a Security or Cleanup widget in front of you, you tend to think about the need to maintain your system, and this is especially true for models with a small amount of internal memory, where every megabyte counts.

In addition, MIUI widgets often display not only the start button, but also the current status of the system. You can see the amount of memory you're using or the number of malicious files without going deep into the settings. Instant access to this data helps keep the file system in order and prevents critical storage filling.

Using a widget also allows you to bypass unnecessary steps in the interface. The standard path through the app menu takes longer, especially if you have many windows open. Having a special button or widget on the home screen makes the maintenance process a habit, which positively affects the longevity of your Xiaomi.

⚠️ Note: Do not carry out deep memory cleaning too often (every 10 minutes), as this can lead to reloading of the cache of system services and increased battery consumption.

Preparing the system before setting up widgets

Before adding elements to your desktop, make sure that the Security system application is working correctly and has the necessary permissions. In some cases, after updating the firmware, access to the file system may be limited, which will lead to an error when trying to clean through the widget.

Check if the Security app is hidden in folders or in a second space. The widget is just the shell running the main application, so it should be available in the installed program list. If you removed system components through ADB, they will have to be restored.

It's also worth freeing up some space on the desktop itself if you have many widgets and widgets installed. MIUI has limits on the number of items you can fit on a single page. Move rarely used shortcuts to folders or to additional screens.

Instructions: How to add a cleaning widget through the menu

The easiest and most reliable way to add cleanup to Xiaomi desktop is to use the standard widget menu, which works on all current versions of MIUI and HyperOS, regardless of the regional version of the firmware.

To start, unlock your smartphone and go to the main screen. Push two fingers together (put them together) or press the blank area of the screen to go into edit mode. At the bottom of the screen, a menu will appear where you want to select "Widgets".

In the list that opens, look for the Security app (a green shield icon) and click on it to reveal the available widgets. You'll be offered several formats: square, rectangular and round. Choose the one that fits best into your desktop design, and drag it to a vacant space.

Once you put the widget on the screen, it will immediately start displaying information, usually a percentage of free memory or a "Clear" button. Pressing the widget will start scanning the system. If the widget does not display data, try clicking on it and select the option displayed in the settings.

Setup of auto cleaning and security parameters

Just adding a widget isn't enough -- it's important to set your behavior right. Go to the Security app through a newly created widget or through the app menu. In the upper right corner, click on the gear icon to open the settings.

You're interested in the Cleanup section here. Turn on the Auto Cleanup option if it's available in your version of MIUI. This will allow the system to self-remove debris when the memory is filled above a certain threshold. You can set a limit of, say, 80% or 90%.

Also, in the security settings, you can activate "Memory Acceleration"; this feature automatically closes the background processes when you start cleaning, and memory optimization is especially useful for devices with 4 GB of RAM or less.

⚠️ Note: When you enable aggressive background cleaning processes, notifications from messengers may stop coming until the application is opened.

Alternative methods: labels and third-party utilities

If a standard widget doesn't fit you in design or functionality, you can use shortcut creation. Some versions of the MIUI shell have shortcuts in the widget settings. Find Memory Cleanup and add it as a separate icon.

For advanced users, a method of creating a shortcut is available through the Settings -> Advanced Settings -> Shortcuts. Here you can create a direct link to a specific system feature. However, this method may not be available on new versions of Android due to Google's security limitations.

Alternatively, third-party launchers such as Nova Launcher or Microsoft Launcher allow you to create your own Action Widgets that can run a cleanup command if the Security app supports such calls through ADB or special APIs.

Solution: The widget is not working or has disappeared

Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the added widget stops updating data or disappears after a reboot, most often due to energy savings, the system can "sleep" the background processes of the widget to save battery power.

To fix this, go to the battery settings, find the Security app, and select No Limits mode, which will prevent the system from stopping the widget. Also check if the Hide Widget Signatures option is enabled, which can visually change the display.

If the widget shows an error when cleaning, try clearing the cache of the "Security" app itself. Go to Settings → Apps → All Apps → Security → Memory and click "Clear Cache." This won't delete your settings, but update the app's components.

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If the widget has stopped responding to clicks, try to change the theme to standard – custom themes often break the functionality of system widgets.

⚠️ Warning: Removing the Security app or its components through third-party tools may cause the camera, flashlight, and other Xiaomi system features to fail.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Regular use of the cleaning widget is a useful habit, but do not fanatically strive for 0% of memory, as the system needs a reserve for fast work.