How to change the curtain on Xiaomi Redmi: customization and customization

The Android operating system interface, particularly Xiaomi’s MIUI shell, provides users with ample personalization options. One of the key controls is the top panel, commonly referred to as the “curtain” or notification panel. This is where users most often control Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, screen brightness, and switch smartphone modes. Standard layout of elements may not seem convenient, especially when using large screen diagonals of modern Redmi and Poco.

Changing the look and feel of this zone is a process that can dramatically improve the ergonomics of the device. Depending on the firmware version and model of your gadget, the options available can range from a simple change of style to a deep reworking of the logic of the system. In this article, we will discuss in detail how to change the curtain on Xiaomi Redmi using built-in tools and third-party utilities.

It's important to understand that MIUI is constantly evolving, that what's available in the global version for Europe may be different from the Chinese version or the Indian version, but the basic principles remain the same, and we'll look at the current methods that will help you adapt your smartphone to your habits.

Built-in style settings in MIUI

The first thing to check before installing third-party apps is the capabilities that developers already have in place. The latest versions of Xiaomi’s shell have introduced the control center style switching feature, which is the safest and most stable way to make changes.

To access these settings, you need to open the settings menu. Find Notifications and status bar. This is where the key option to choose between the classic look of Android and the corporate style of iOS, which Xiaomi is actively using in its updates, hides.

Style choices affect how volume and brightness sliders are grouped, and the location of quick action buttons. In the classic style, notifications and switches are in the same list, scrolled from top to bottom. In the new style, they are separated: on the left are notifications, and on the right are the multimedia and network control panel.

• 📱 Open Settings and go to Notifications and Status bar.
• 🔘 Find the Control Center Style option and select your preferred option.
• 🔄 Try both modes to evaluate usability with one hand.
• ⚙️ Please note the “Order of Elements” setting if available in your version of the software.

Don't ignore this basic level of customization. Often users look for complex solutions without noticing that the switch is right under their noses. Changing style can solve the problem of uncomfortable button layout without risking system disruption.

Editing Quick Access Tiles

In addition to a global style change, users often want to change the set of buttons themselves that are displayed when swiping. A standard set of 6 or 12 tiles does not always cover the needs of a particular person.

To edit tiles, you have to completely lower the curtain down so that the whole list of switches opens. In the lower right corner, you usually have a pencil icon or an edit button, and pressing it puts the interface into constructor mode.

In this mode, you can drag and drop active buttons to the top zone and remove those buttons to the bottom, and it allows you to create a personalized toolkit that will always be displayed, especially for those who use mobile Internet or hotspots.

⚠️ Warning: Do not remove critical system switches such as Flight Mode or Flashlight unless you are sure of their alternate location.This can make it difficult to control your smartphone in an emergency.

When you have completed the setup, remember to save the changes. Some versions of MIUI save automatically when you exit editing mode, others require you to click the "Done" or "Save" button. Check the result by rolling up and deploying the control panel again.

Using themes to change the interface

If standard settings aren't enough, Themes comes to the rescue, a tool Xiaomi has that allows you to change not only wallpaper and icons, but also system elements, including the design of the notification curtain.

Not all themes support changing system elements of the interface. When you search for them in the store, look for a preview that shows the lock screen and notification bar. Often designers create unique skins for these elements that radically change the perception of the system.

To install the theme, go to the Themes app, select your favorite design, and click Download. After downloading, take your time to apply the theme in full. In the preview menu, you can often select the option “Apply Only Components” or select the System Interface and Notifications specifically.

Using third-party themes is a great way to refresh the look of the device. However, it is worth remembering that themes from unknown authors may contain ads or work unstable. Always check the theme rating and downloads before installing.

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Before applying a new theme, take a screenshot of the current screen settings, which will help you quickly get things back to the way they were if you don’t like the new design.

Third-party customization applications

When built-in tools are lacking, users turn to third-party solutions from Google Play. Apps like Control Center iOS 15 or Material Notification Shade allow you to completely replace the standard control panel with an alternative one.

The way these applications work is to create a layer on top of the system interface, so when you swipe from the top, the system locks the standard curtain and opens the application interface, and that gives you tremendous flexibility in setting colors, transparency, button sizes and animations.

However, there is a downside to this approach: Third-party applications require broad permissions, including access to notifications and displaying on top of other windows.This can lead to increased battery consumption and occasional lags when opening the panel.

• 📥 Download a proven customization app from the Play Market.
• 🔐 Provide all the requested permissions in the system settings.
• 🎨 Customize the appearance of tiles, fonts and transparency in the app menu.
• 🔋 Keep an eye on energy consumption as these applications work in the background.

Importantly, on newer versions of Android and MIUI, the system can aggressively unload such applications from memory to save resources.You will need to manually add the application to the battery exclusion list and lock it into memory to keep it running.

⚠️ Attention: Installing applications that are deeply embedded in the system interface can cause the smartphone to run unstable.Be sure you know how to enter Safe Mode to remove problem software before installing.

Compatibility issues and bugs

The process of changing system elements rarely goes completely smoothly. Xiaomi Redmi users often face situations when the settings are reset after updating the firmware or new features stop working.

One common problem is the black curtain or lack of response to swipes after installing a heavy theme, which is due to conflicting system resources and the theme's graphical interface, in which case cleaning the theme app cache or returning to standard design helps.

Also worth mentioning is the proximity sensor problem, which is that some custom curtains can overlap the top of the screen, interfering with the sensor during a conversation, and if you notice that the screen doesn't go out when you bring the phone to your ear, check if it's connected to the widget or theme installed.

You can use debugging mode to diagnose problems, but it's for advanced users, and the easiest thing for the average user is to reset the design settings, and it brings back the standard fonts, colors and interface behavior, and eliminate software conflicts.

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Stability is always more important than a beautiful interface, so if customization causes lags, it's best to go back to standard settings.

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