Why the Notification Curtain on MIUI 14 Needs Special Attention
The notification curtain in MIUI 14 is not just a feature, but a business card of Xiaomi’s interface. Unlike previous versions, here developers have radically reworked the logic of displaying notifications, quick settings and even animations. Users often find that the standard curtain looks too bright, uninformative or simply uncomfortable, especially on Redmi Note 12, Xiaomi 13 and POCO F5 models, where high screen resolutions highlight all the design flaws.
But it's not just aesthetics. In MIUI 14, the curtain is smarter: it automatically groups notifications, hides underutilized switches, and even adjusts to the time of day. Some people get a plus, others get a headache. For example, many people complain that the usual Wi-Fi/Bluetooth switches in the front row have disappeared, and notifications from instant messengers now require an extra tap to deploy. In this article, we'll look at all the legal and non-obvious ways to customize the curtains, from basic settings to deep file tamps.
Method 1: Standard MIUI themes – a quick way to change the design
The easiest and safest way to do this is to use built-in themes, and MIUI 14 has more of them, and some of them, like Super Wallpaper, even adapt to the time of day, to change the curtain through the themes:
- Open Settings → Theme.
- Select the "My Topics" section (or "Online Topics" to download new ones).
- Scroll to the Notifications Curtain block - preview options are displayed here.
- Slip on the topic you like and click "Apply".
⚠️ Note: Not all topics from the store MIUI Themes correctly displays fast customization icons. Check other users' reviews before using them - especially those from third-party developers marked "Beta".
If there are few built-in options, you can download additional themes from the official store.
- 🔍 In the "Online Topics" section, type "notification panel" or "notification curtain" in the search".
- 🎨 Pay attention to topics with a mark "MIUI 14 Optimized – They are guaranteed to support the current version of the shell.
- 📥 Before downloading, check the number of installations and rating (optimum - 4.5).+ star and 10,000+ download).
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Some themes change not only the curtain, but also the app icons, the lock screen, and even the unlock animations. If you only need to change the curtain, look for themes marked "Lightweight" or "Minimal."
Method 2: Configure fast switches - optimization of functionality
Often the problem is not the design, but the arrangement of the elements. In MIUI 14, you can flexibly adjust the order and composition of the fast switches.
- Open the notification curtain completely (swipe down with two fingers).
- Put it on the icon. ⚙️ "Edit" in the upper right corner.
- In editing mode: 🔄 Drag icons to change their order. ➕ Add new switches from the bottom list (e.g., "Driving Mode" or "Charge Savings"). ➖ Remove unnecessary ones by dragging them down.
"Done."
⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO X5 Pro after updating to MIUI 14 may not be able to add switches to "NFC" It's a system bug, a temporary solution: reboot the device or reset the curtain settings through Settings. → Annexes → Application management → System applications → Notification curtain → Warehouse → Clear the data.
| Action. | The result | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Addition of the flashlight to the front row | Quick access to the flashlight with one swipe | Useful for models without a physical button (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Lite) |
| Removal of "Aircraft Mode" | Makes room for more in-demand switches | You can return via settings at any time. |
| Moving "Brightness" to the beginning | Simplifies the adjustment of the screen in sunny weather | Nana AMOLED-screens (Redmi) K60) The brightness slider becomes thinner |
| Adding "Mobile Data" and "Wi-Fi" to one line | Accelerates switching between networks | On some firmware may cause conflict with "Modem mode" |
Method 3: Transparent curtain - how to make the effect of "glass"
One of the most popular requests is to make the notification curtain transparent so that the wallpaper can be seen through it. In MIUI 14, this is done in a non-obvious way:
- Download any theme marked "Transparent" or "Glass Effect" from MIUI Themes (e.g. "Crystal Clear" or "Frosted Glass").
- Apply the theme, but don’t click “Apply All” – select “Notification Curtain”.
- If the effect is too weak, activate the Adaptive Transparency option in the screen settings (available on Xiaomi 13/13 Pro and Redmi K60).
Installation instructions:
1. Install Magisk (requires an unlocked bootloader).
2. Download the MiuiHome Mods module from the XDA or GitHub forum.
3. Install ZIP through Magisk Manager.
4. Reset the device.
5. The module settings will appear in the application "MiuiHome Mods Settings".Important: On MIUI 14, the curtain modules may conflict with the miui.systemui system service. If the curtain stops opening after installation, remove the module via TWRP in recovery mode.
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Using Magisk modules voids Xiaomi's official warranty. Create a full backup via TWRP or OrangeFox Recovery before installing.
Method 5: Alternative launchers with their own curtain
If you don't like the MIUI 14 curtain, you can replace it completely by installing an alternative launcher.
| Launcher | Features of the curtain | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Nova Launcher | Support for custom icons, gestures, change in transparency | The notification curtain remains system (MIUI) |
| Hyperion Launcher | Complete replacement of curtains with animations, support for themes | Requires root for some functions |
| Lawnchair | Minimalist design, integration with Google Feed | No deep-customization curtains |
| Poco Launcher | Optimized for Xiaomi, lightweight | Limited curtain settings |
For a complete replacement of the curtain (including notifications) will require:
- Install a launcher with Notification Shade support (e.g. Hyperion).
- In the launcher settings, activate the option "Replace the system curtain".
- Permits are issued through ADB: adb shell pm grant com.probbal.launcher android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS
⚠️ Attention: MIUI 14 with Android 13, some launchers may not display notifications from system applications (e.g., "Security" or "Theme"). 4PDA or XDA.
Solving problems: the curtain does not open or brakes
After changes, the curtain may not work properly, and let's look at the typical problems and ways to fix them:
- 🐢 Curtain brakes: Clear system cache: Settings → Memory. → Cleanup → Cache system. Turn off animations in the developer settings (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Animation. = 0.5x).
- 🚫 Curtain not open: Restart the device in Safe Mode (hold the power button) → "Safe Mode. If the curtain is running, there's a problem in the third-party app. Reset the curtain settings: Settings → Annexes → Application management → Systemic → Notification curtain → Warehouse → Clear the data.
- 🔄 Notifications are not grouped: Check notification settings for a specific application: Settings → Notifications → [Annex] → Grouping. Update Google Play service - sometimes crashes are caused by an outdated version.
If the problem persists, check the system logs through ADB:
adb logcat | grep -i "notification"Look for lines with errors like “WindowManager” or “StatusBar” and they will point to the root of the problem.