Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T 4/64 GB: how to set up a smartphone for yourself in 30 minutes

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T

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This article will help you to properly configure the Redmi Note 8T with the specifics of the 4/64 GB version, from the first onset to fine-tuning performance. We will reveal the hidden features of MIUI, show how to free up space on the internal drive (relevant to 64 GB!), and teach you to extend battery life without losing functionality. All instructions are relevant to the latest versions of the firmware and adapted to the features of this particular modification of the smartphone.

Particular attention will be paid to the problems faced by owners of Redmi Note 8T 4/64 GB: lack of memory when installing heavy games, overheating during long loads and "lags" of the interface due to limited RAM. You will learn which settings can be safely disabled, and which - be sure to activate for stable operation.

First Installing and Basic Setup

After unpacking the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T, press and hold the power button (located on the right end) for 3-5 seconds until the Redmi logo appears. The first turn on can take up to 2 minutes - this is normal, since the system initializes components. At the language selection stage, we recommend you immediately switch to Russian, even if you speak English: this will simplify navigation on the MIUI menu.

On the welcome screen, the system will offer you:

• 📶 Connect to a Wi-Fi network (be sure to choose your network, because without the Internet you will not be able to update the firmware and services of Google)
• 🔄 Sign in to your Xiaomi account or create a new one (without an account, cloud backups and some features will not work). MIUI)
• 🔐 Set up unlocking: fingerprint (scanner on the back), pattern lock or PIN-code
• 📱 Transfer data from your old device (use a cable if necessary) OTG or wireless transmission via Mi Mover)

At the stage of setting up Google services, you can skip adding mail and payment data — you can always configure them later in the Google Settings app. But we do not recommend disabling Google Play Services: this will lead to malfunctions in the app store and notifications.

⚠️ Note: If you are buying a Redmi Note 8T "hand, before setting up, reset to factory settings via Settings → The phone. → Resetting.This will delete the previous owner's data and prevent problems with the Mi Account.

Optimizing performance for 4 GB of RAM

The Redmi Note 8T with 4GB of RAM can experience “slowdown” when multitasking, especially if more than 5-6 applications are open at the same time. To minimize lags, follow these recommendations:

1. Turn off the interface animation: go to Settings → About Phone, tap 5 times on the MIUI Version line to activate Developer Mode. Then in Settings → Additional → For developers, set all three animation settings (Window Animation Score, Transition Animation Score, Animation Duration Duration) to Turn off animation.
2. Limit background processes: In the same Developer Menu, find the Process Limit option and select a Maximum 3 process in the background. This will reduce the load on RAM.
3. Use the “Light” version of the applications: for social networks (Facebook, Instagram) and instant messengers (Messenger, Telegram), install lightweight versions from Google Play (for example, Facebook Lite or Messenger Lite).

To accelerate the speed, you can activate Smart Acceleration in Settings → Special Features → Smart Acceleration, which automatically closes unused applications and optimizes resource consumption, but note that push notifications from some services may be less frequent.

Set up a camera for the best photos

Four-modular camera Redmi Note 8T (48 MP + 8 MP + 2 MPs + 2 MP) is capable of taking high-quality pictures, but only with the right settings. By default, the Camera app uses mode. AI-Optimization, which doesn't always define the scene correctly:

• 📸 Turn it on. HDR in manual mode (the icon in the top menu) for shooting against light or in high contrast conditions.
• 🌙 For night shooting, use the Nchon camera mode with shutter speed 3-5 Seconds (set the phone on a stable surface!).
• 🔍 Turn it off. AI-Scene recognition in camera settings if you want natural colors without over-processing.
• 🎞️ For video, set the permission. 1080p 60 frames/s is the optimal balance between quality and file size.

For RAW (useful for post-processing) shooting, go to Camera Settings → Format → RAW. Note that RAW files take ~20-30 MB each, so 64 GB of storage will hold a limited number of them. When shooting in RAW, turn off HDR – these modes are incompatible and can lead to artifacts in the photo.

If the camera focuses in low light conditions for a long time, try:

1. Wipe the lens with a soft cloth (often the problem is the dirt on the lenses).
2. Enable Laser AF in the camera settings.
3. Reduce the resolution to 12 MP in 48 MP mode (this will speed up processing).

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To shoot documents, use the Document mode in the camera app - it automatically aligns the perspective and increases the contrast of text.

Memory management at 64 GB

64GB of internal storage may be enough for basic needs, but with active camera use and game installation, the place is quickly over.

1. Move applications to a memory card (if you have a microSD installed): go to Settings → Apps → Select an application → Storage → Change → Memory Map. Note that not all applications support portability.
2. Clean the cache regularly: in Settings → Storage → Cache data click Clear. This will free up 1-3 GB of space.
3. Use cloud services for photos and videos: activate automatic download in Google Photos (settings → backup) or Mi Cloud.
4. Remove duplicate files using Google Files app (available on Play Market) that finds repetitive images and documents.

To control memory consumption, install the Warehouse widget on the main screen: long tap in the free space of the screen → Widgets → Storage. This will help to track free space in real time.

⚠️ Warning: Do not use garbage cleanup features in third-party “optimizers” (such as Clean Master).They often delete important system files, which leads to malfunctions. MIUI. There are enough built-in tools to clean.

Extension of battery life

The 4000mAh battery in the Redmi Note 8T provides up to 1.5-2 days of moderate use to maximize battery life:

• 🔋 Activate Battery Mode in Settings → Battery → Battery mode → Balanced. This will limit the background activity of applications.
• 🌙 Enable the Dark Theme (Settings) → Screen. → It's a dark topic, because AMOLED-The screen consumes less energy when displaying dark colors.
• 📡 Turn off Wi-Fi network search in the background in Settings → Wi-Fi → Additionally.
• 📍 Use location accuracy only by GPS (Turn off search on Wi-Fi networks and mobile data in Settings → Location → Regime).

To monitor battery consumption, go to Settings → Battery → Battery Use. Here you will see which applications consume the most power. If an application consumes more than 15% per day in the background, limit its activity through Settings → Applications → Permissions → Autorun.

If the smartphone gets very hot while charging, use the original 18W power adapter (included). Quick Charge 3.0 is supported, but at high temperatures (above 40°C), the system automatically reduces the charging current to protect the battery.

Hidden MIUI features for Redmi Note 8T

MIUI firmware contains many hidden features that are not obvious at first glance. Here are the most useful for the Redmi Note 8T 4/64 GB:

• 🔐 Dual space: allows you to create a second independent profile with separate applications and data. → Special facilities → Double space, useful for separating work and personal data.
• 📱 Second Space Mode: creates an isolated environment for testing applications without risking the host system".
• 🎵 Sound equalizer: improves the sound in headphones. Included in Settings → Sound. → Equator.Select Preset Bass for Music or Voice for Podcasts.
• 🔄 Automatic restart of applications: if the application suddenly closes, MIUI It can restart it automatically. Set it to Settings. → Annexes → Auto-start.

For customization fans: in Settings → Screen → Lock screen style, you can choose animated wallpaper or even upload your own video as a screensaver. And in Settings → Home screen, you can have options for a grid of icons (from 4×5 to 5×6) and the ability to hide the names of applications.

If you lack the functionality of a standard launcher, install an alternative from Google Play (like Nova Launcher or Lawnchair) that supports gestures, responsive icons and doesn’t overload the system.

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Double Space creates a completely isolated profile with separate desktops, apps and settings. It's not the same as guest mode on Android!

Network and Internet setting

For stable operation of mobile Internet and Wi-Fi on Redmi Note 8T, we recommend:

1. B Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Name of the access point (APN) For MTS, Beeline and MegaFon, it is usually enough to choose automatic settings, but sometimes manual input is required (the data can be found on the operator's website).
2. If the speed 4G Leaves you to be desired, turn on the mode LTE Only in the settings → SIM-map → Preferred type of network → Only LTE. This will turn off the automatic switch to 3G/2G.
3. To speed up Wi-Fi, go to Settings → Wi-Fi → Additional → Wi-Fi Mode and select 5GHz (if your router supports this frequency). 5GHz less interference, but less coverage.

If your smartphone doesn’t connect to some Wi-Fi networks, try:

• Change Wi-Fi Region to Settings → Additional → U.S. Wi-Fi Region (sometimes helps with connection problems to public networks).
• Disable Automatic Open Network Connection in Wi-Fi settings to avoid connecting to unsecured access points.

To save traffic, activate Data Savings in Settings → Connections and general → Traffic savings: This feature limits the background data consumption of applications. It is also useful to set a limit on mobile traffic in Settings → SIM-map → Data traffic → Warning and limit.

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up Redmi Note 8T 4/64 GB