Customization of the curtain on Xiaomi: from basic parameters to hidden functions MIUI

The notification panel (or “curtain”) on Xiaomi smartphones is not just a way to check new messages, but a powerful device management tool, from quick access to settings to hidden features. MIUI, The correct configuration of the curtain can save time and make the use of the phone more convenient, but many users are limited to standard settings, without even knowing about the possibilities of customization.

In this article, we will discuss all aspects of the curtain setting on Xiaomi, from changing the order of the fast setting icons to fine-tuning gestures and notifications. MIUI 12/13/14 and nuances for popular models (Redmi Note) 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13). If you want your smartphone to work as efficiently as possible, read on.

What is a curtain on Xiaomi and why set it up

The notification curtain in Xiaomi consists of two parts:

• 📱 Top panel - quick settings (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, flashlight, etc.).
• 🔔 Bottom panel – list of notifications from applications.

By default, the manufacturer offers a basic set of functions, but MIUI permitting:

• 🔄 I have a lower and upper panel (good for left-handed people).
• ⚡ Add/remove icons of quick settings (up to 16 pieces!).
• 🎨 Adjust transparency and display style.
• 🔒 Hide confidential notifications on the lock screen.

For example, if you use Airplane Mode or Gamer Turbo Mode a lot, you can take them to the top. POCO F5 Adaptive synchronization setting is relevant, which saves the battery without loss of functionality.

How to open the curtain settings: 3 ways

Before you start customization, you need to go to the settings menu. MIUI And the smartphone, you can do this in several ways:

1. Through the notification panel: Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the curtain.click on the icon ⚙️ («Settings) in upper right corner.
2. Through the main settings menu: Settings → Screen. → Notification panel and status bar
3. Through search (for MIUI 14): Open Settings and tap on a magnifying glass (🔍). Enter the request: notification panel.

On some models (e.g. Redmi) 10C) path may differ:

Settings → Additional → Special features → Notification panel

This is due to the fact that the manufacturer sometimes transfers the settings depending on the regional firmware.

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If the icon ⚙️ No curtains in, update. MIUI before the latest version or check if it is hidden in the display settings.

Configure quick settings (top panel)

The top of the curtain contains fast switches, the most commonly used features, which can be edited, reordered, and even added hidden options.

How to change the order of icons

To rearrange the icons:

1. Open the curtain and press. ⚙️ Settings.
2. Choose Change the order.
3. Hold the icon and drag it to the right place.

V MIUI 14 there was the possibility of grouping icons into categories (for example, "Network", "Sound:

• 📌 Click the icon and drag it to another in the same section.
• 🏷️ The system will automatically create a folder with the category name.

How to Add Hidden Switches

Not all features are displayed by default, to add additional:

1. In the editing menu, click Add (Icon «+»).
2. Find the right option in the list, for example: 🔋 Battery savings (hidden on some models). 🎮 Gamer turbo mode (for POCO and Black Shark). 📡 Mobile data 5G (only for supported devices).

Check out the MIUI version (Settings → About the phone)

Update the firmware if a new version is available

Backup your current settings (Settings) → Additionally. → Backup)

Reboot your phone after the changes-->

Set up notifications (bottom panel)

The bottom of the curtain is responsible for displaying notifications from applications.

• 🔔 Priority of notifications (which to show first).
• 👁️ Privacy (hiding content on the lock screen).
• 📵 Block notifications from unnecessary applications.

How to change the order of notifications

By default, notifications are sorted by time, but in MIUI 14 there was a possibility of manual sorting:

1. Open the curtain and swipe left on notification.
2. Press Secure (📌), to lock it up.
3. To remove the attached notification, swipe it to the right.

How to hide the content of notifications on the lock screen

If you do not want the text of the messages to be visible on the locked screen:

1. Go to Settings → Lock screen.
2. Select Notifications on the lock screen.
3. Set the option to hide the contents of notifications.

For individual applications (such as Telegram or WhatsApp), the setting is more flexible:

1. Press the notification from the desired application.
2. Select Notification Settings.
3. Turn off the option to Show on the lock screen.

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V MIUI 14 has Smart Notifications, which analyzes your habits and automatically sorts notifications by importance. To enable it, go to Settings. → Notifications → Smart notifications.

Gestures and additional curtain functions

MIUI It supports several hidden gestures associated with the curtain, and setting them can significantly speed up the work with the smartphone.

Double swipe gesture

Most Xiaomi models have dual swipe for quick access to additional features:

• 📱 Swipe down. + Another swipe reveals the full notification panel.
• 🔍 Swipe down with retention - opens the search bar (in) MIUI 14).

To tune this gesture:

1. Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Gestures.
2. Select the Notification Panel.
3. Activate the Double Swipe option to open.

Quick access to flashlight and camera

On some models (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro) the curtain supports gestures for flashlight and camera:

• 🔦 Swipe left on the flashlight icon - includes a Stroboscope (blinking).
• 📸 Swipe right on camera icon - opens Quick Camera Launch.

If these gestures don’t work, check for them in:

Settings → System applications → Camera → Quick start

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Nana POCO F4 GT And Black Shark in the curtain has a hidden icon called Gamer Space. To add it, activate the mode in Settings. → Special facilities → Gamer space.

Curtain problems and their solution

Sometimes the curtain on Xiaomi doesn't work properly. Let's look at the typical problems and how to fix them.

The curtain does not open or brakes

If the notification panel does not respond to the swipe or opens with a delay:

• 🔄 Reboot your phone – often helps with temporary crashes.
• 🧹 Clear the system cache: Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three points (⋮) → Clear the cache
• 🛠️ Reset the curtain settings (see section above).
• 📱 Check the sensitivity of the screen in Settings → Screen. → Sensitivity of touch.

Quick setting icons are not saved

If the icons are reset after rebooting, the problem may be:

• 🔋 Energy savings – disable optimization for Launcher: Settings → Battery → Optimizing the battery → Find Launcher" → No restrictions.
• 📲 Firmware error - update MIUI last-minute.

Notifications do not arrive or are duplicated

Problems with notifications are often related to:

• 🚫 Manually Block – Check the Settings → Notifications → History of notifications.
• 🔕 Do Not Disturb – Turn it off in the curtain or in Settings → Sound.
• 🤖 Android restrictions – for some applications (for example, Viber) you need to manually allow background work: → Annexes → Application management → Select the application → Battery → No restrictions.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi) 9A, POCO M3) post-update MIUI 13 curtains can twitch when swiping. This is a well-known bug, fixed in the patch from 15.03.2023. Update the firmware through Settings. → The phone. → Updating the system.

Hidden functions of curtains in MIUI 14

The latest version of the shell MIUI 14 added a few hidden curtain-related features that aren’t available on all models, but activating them could significantly improve the user experience.

Notifications only regime

If you are annoyed by the quick settings, they can be completely hidden, leaving only notifications:

1. Open Settings → Screen → Notification panel.
2. Activate the Notifications Only option.
3. Now the swipe down will only show the bottom panel.

Color schemes of curtains

V MIUI 14 there was a possibility of changing the color scheme of the curtain:

• 🌓 Dark theme – automatically adjusts to the system theme.
• 🎨 Accent color – you can choose from the palette (for example, green for the color). POCO).
• 🖼️ Transparency – adjustable by a slider (0% to 100%).

To set up:

1. Go to Settings. → Screen. → Notification panel → Style.
2. Choose your preferred scheme.

Quick access to Google Assistant

On global firmware. MIUI You can add the Google Assistant icon to the curtain:

1. Open editing quick settings.
2. Click Add and find Google Assistant.
3. Drag the icon to the top panel.

⚠️ Note: On Chinese firmware (China) ROM) This feature is not available due to limitations of Google Services, and you will need Global firmware to activate it. EEA.

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V MIUI The 14 curtain supports dynamic change of transparency depending on the wallpaper. If you use live wallpaper or gradients, the system automatically selects the optimal transparency for better readability.

FAQ: Frequent questions about curtain settings