How to change the call button on Xiaomi: all the ways

Are you tired of the standard swipe up to answer a call on your Xiaomi? or accidentally press the wrong button when trying to reset a challenge? MIUI There are a number of ways to change the logic of incoming call management, from built-in settings to third-party applications, but not all of them are obvious: some options are hidden in the back of the system, and others require additional manipulation.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods for changing the answer button, from simple to advanced.

• 🔄 Switch between swipe and buttons in a standard call
• 📱 Use gestures to manage calls
• 🛠️ Set up third-party apps for customization
• 🔧 Enable hidden functions through ADB
• 📲 Return the classic interface to new versions MIUI

Important: Not all methods work on Xiaomi with HyperOS (2026+) If you have a new firmware, check compatibility in the appropriate section.

1. Standard MIUI settings: swipe vs buttons

The easiest way to change the logic of answering a call is to use built-in MIUI options. Unfortunately, in the latest versions of the shell (starting with MIUI 13), developers have removed the direct switch between swipes and buttons, but it can be returned via a workaround.

Instructions for MIUI 12-15:

1. Open the phone (calling) application.
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → Settings.
3. Go to the Incoming Calls section.
4. Slip on the item Style of answering the call.
5. Choose one of the options: 👆 Swipe up for response (standard) 🔘 "Reply/Reject" buttons (classic) 🔄 Gestures (double touch, shaking)

If the "Call Style" item is not on the menu, then your version of MIUI doesn't support it, so move on to the following methods.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 12 Pro)+ HyperOS) changes in the style of the call response can be reset after the system update. To avoid this, fix the settings through the system. ADB (method №4).

2.Use of gestures to manage calls

If you don’t like swipes or buttons, you can adjust gestures to respond and reset calls, which works on most Xiaomi devices (except the most budget models without a proximity sensor).

How to turn on:

1. Go to Settings → Special Opportunities → Physical Opportunities → Gesture Management.
2. Activate the option to answer the call with a gesture.
3. Choose one of the options: 👋 Put the phone to your ear (automatic response) 🔄 Double touch on the screen 📞 Shake the device (may be triggered by accident)

The downside of this is that gestures can be false, like when you take your phone out of your pocket or put it on the table, so to turn it off, go back to the same menu and deactivate the switch.

3. Third-party applications for call customization

If built-in options aren't enough, you can use third-party apps from Google Play, which not only allow you to change the response buttons, but also completely redesign the incoming call interface.

Top.-3 tested applications:

How to set up:

1. Install one of the applications (for example, True Phone Dialer).
2. Open it and go to the call settings.
3. Select the Inbound Call Style → Buttons.
4. Assign actions to the left/right button (response/deflection).
5. In Settings → Applications → By default, make a new application a default call.

⚠️ Note: Some applications (such as ExDialer) may conflict with a system caller MIUI. If after installation, call notifications disappear, return the standard application in the default settings.

4. ADB-commands

If you’re ready for more complex manipulations, you can enable hidden options via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), a method that works for Xiaomi on MIUI 13-15 and HyperOS, where standard settings are limited.

Instructions:

1. Turn on USB Debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times, then go back to Additional → For Developers).
2. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the command: adb shell settings put global force_fullscreen_call_ui 0 This will disable the full-screen call interface and return the classic buttons.
3. Use the following: adb shell settings put global force_fullscreen_call_ui 1

5. Restore the classic interface on HyperOS

In HyperOS (2026+), Xiaomi completely redesigned the call interface, removing the choice between swipes and buttons. However, there is a workaround through editing system files (requires root).

Alternative method without root rights:

1. Install MIUI bootloader from Google Play.
2. Download an older firmware version (e.g. MIUI 14 for your model).
3. Restore only the system partition (system.img) through Fastboot without affecting the data.
4. After the reboot, the old call interface with the choice of response style will return.

The risks of this method:

• ⚠️ Possible bugs in the work of the camera or sensors.
• ⚠️ A firmware rollback will reset security settings (e.g. Google Pay will stop working).
• ⚠️ On some models (Xiaomi 14, Redmi) K70) This will result in the locking of the loader.

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Before rolling back the firmware, make a backup via Mi Cloud or TWRP. It is especially important to save the DCIM and Downloads folders, as they can be deleted.

6. Alternative methods: volume buttons and accessories

If the software methods are not suitable, you can use physical buttons or external accessories:

Ways:

• 🔊 Volume buttons: On most Xiaomi, you can answer a call by pressing Volume +, Reset — Volume — To enable this feature, go to Settings. → Special facilities → Button management.
• 🎧 Bluetooth headphones: In some models (such as the Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro), you can answer a call with a double tap on the earpiece.
• 📱 Cases with extra buttons: Cases like Xiaomi Smart Case sometimes have a built-in button to answer calls.

For owners of Xiaomi Watch or Mi Band:

1. Open the Mi Fitness app.
2. Go to Device Profile → Notifications → Calls.
3. Activate the option to answer calls from the clock.

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Using volume buttons to manage calls is the most versatile method, as it works on all versions of MIUI and HyperOS without additional settings.

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