Xiaomi Redmi 7, released in 2019, is still popular due to its reliability and availability. Out of the box, however, the MIUI operating system requires a mandatory overhaul for comfortable use. Standard settings are often overloaded with unnecessary services, and the screen is not calibrated to protect vision during long reading.
A good initial configuration will significantly extend the battery life of the device and speed up the response of the interface. In this guide, we will examine all the steps from activating the account to fine-tuning hidden system functions that are not obvious to the average user.
Many owners face intrusive advertising and excessive notifications immediately after turning on the device, and ignoring these aspects makes using the gadget a challenge, so the first step will be to clean the system of digital noise and optimize for personal needs.
Primary activation and system security
The startup process starts immediately after power is turned on, and the system will prompt you to select a language and connect to a Wi-Fi network. At this stage, it is critical not to miss a security update if it is offered, since older versions of the firmware may contain vulnerabilities.
This is a requirement of the Xiaomi ecosystem, allowing you to use device search, cloud storage and contact synchronization, and without registering an account, many system applications will work with restrictions or will not run at all.
⚠️ Note: When creating a password, use complex combinations of characters. In the case of a device locking using Mi Account, it is almost impossible to restore access without a password, even with purchase checks.
Once logged in, the system will offer a biometric protection setup. Redmi 7 features a fingerprint scanner on the back and a face unlock module, and it is recommended that you configure both methods for maximum convenience and security of personal data.
- 🔐 The fingerprint scanner responds faster and more reliably in the dark.
- 👤 Unlocking the face is convenient when hands are busy, but less safe.
- 📱 PIN or pattern lock remains a backup method of entry.
- 🌐 Synchronization with Mi Cloud will not lose data when changing the phone.
☑️ Primary security setting
Don’t neglect the Find Device setting, which allows you to remotely lock your smartphone or erase data in the event of a theft, and activation of geolocation for system services is also necessary for maps to work correctly and to find the device.
Optimizing the MIUI interface and removing advertising
One of the main features of the MIUI shell is the built-in advertising that can be used in system applications.To use Redmi 7 comfortably, you need to manually disable personalized recommendations in each standard application.
Start with the home screen. Hold your finger in the free space and select Settings. You should turn off the Glance if you don't use it, as it consumes traffic and battery, and remove extra widgets and folders that aren't used daily.
Hidden sources of advertising in MIUI
Global ad shutdown is done through the password and security settings menu, and find the privacy section and disable the msa (MIUI System Ads) program, which is the system process for displaying ad content.
| Annex | Way of shutdown | The result |
|---|---|---|
| Security | Settings → General → Get recommendations | No publicity in the cleanup |
| Downloads. | Settings → Show the recommended | Clean list of files |
| Music. | Settings → Advanced settings → Get recommendations | Absence of banners |
| Topics | Profile → Settings → Showing Advertising | Catalogue without promo |
By disabling all sources of intrusive content, the interface will be significantly cleaner, and this will also positively affect the performance of the Snapdragon 632 processor, which will no longer waste resources on downloading advertising modules.
Screen setting and vision protection
Redmi 7 display has a resolution of 1520×720 pixels and a diagonal of 6.26 inches. To reduce the load on the eyes during prolonged use, you need to adjust the color temperature and reading mode correctly. Standard “cold” shades can cause fatigue in the evening.
Go to the Settings menu → Screen. You can have Wallet or Read Mode, which puts the image into a monochrome mode with e-book shades, and it's the perfect setting for nighttime news or book reading.
Also worth paying attention to autobrightness: MIUI algorithms sometimes work incorrectly, making the screen too dim in bright sun or too bright in the dark, and it is recommended to adjust "Improved Autobrightness" by manually teaching the system its preferences in different lighting conditions.
- 🌙 Night mode adds a warm filter, reducing the emission of the blue spectrum.
- 📏 The scale of the display can be changed for ease of use with one hand.
- ⏱️ Timeout screen is better set on 30-60 second-time.
- 🎨 The standard color scheme provides the most accurate color reproduction.
⚠️ Attention: Continuous use of maximum brightness not only puts the battery down quickly, but can also lead to a die burnout. IPS Use autobrightness over time.
For video lovers, you can include color gamut extensions if the content supports HDR, although this is not a priority for this model because of the type of matrix.
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Use a dark theme in the design settings. AMOLED-This saves the charge on the screen, and IPS, Like Redmi 7, it just reduces contrast and eye strain in the dark.
Battery and energy management
The 4000mAh battery in Redmi 7 delivers great autonomy, but only when set up correctly. Aggressive MIUI optimization can prematurely kill background processes, which may cause you to miss notifications from instant messengers on time.
Go to the battery settings and select Balanced mode, and Energy Saving mode limits background activity and brightness, which is only useful in critical situations, and normally it only interferes with the normal operation of the smartphone.
It is important to set exceptions for frequently used applications» → «Select the apps (Telegram, WhatsApp) and set the background activity limit to No Limits, which ensures that messages are delivered without delay.
Setup path: Settings → Battery → App search → [Your App] → Background activity → No restrictionsIt's also worth disabling unnecessary power-consuming features. Bluetooth, GPS and NFC (if it were in this model) should turn off when not in use. In Redmi 7, there's no NFC module, so you don't have to worry about turning it off.
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Properly configuring application background activity is more important than energy saving modes to balance autonomy and functionality.
Using the original charger or quality analogues with support for fast charging Quick Charge 3.0 will prolong the life of the battery. Cheap cables can cause heating and degradation of battery chemistry.
Camera: settings for the best photos
The Redmi 7’s main dual camera (12+2MP) is capable of taking good pictures in daylight, but requires manual adjustments. Automation often understates exposure, making the photo darker than reality.
Turn on the grid (rule of thirds) in the camera settings, which will help you frame the shot correctly. Also activate HDR (High Dynamic Range), which takes multiple frames with different exposures and combines them, saving details in lights and shadows.
- 📸 Enable Improvements for Automatic Face Retouching if needed.
- 🌌 Night mode is better to use with a tripod or feathering the phone.
- ⚡ Flash is better set in the "Filling" mode or turn off.
- 🎞️ Video resolution is better to put 1080p at 30 fps for stability.
For portrait photography, use Portrait Mode, which blurs the background to mimic the bokeh effect, but in low light or complex object contour, the algorithm may not work properly, so it's best to take these photos during the day.
⚠️ Attention: The digital zoom in this model is very degraded, so it is better to come closer to the object or crop a photo after shooting in the editor.
Remember to wipe the camera lens regularly, and the fatty fingerprints create a soapy image and glare that cannot be removed by software.
Working with memory and file system
Redmi 7 comes with 32GB or 64GB memory options, which is a small amount in today’s environment.It’s critical to use a microSD card to store photos, videos and music, freeing up internal space for the system and applications.
The system allows the memory card to be used as internal storage, but this is not always recommended as read speeds. SD-The cards are usually slower than the internal memory speed, which can slow down the smartphone.
Clean your app cache regularly. The built-in Cleanup tool in the Security app will help you delete temporary files that take up gigabytes of space, especially for social networks and browsers.
| Type of data | Where to store | Clean |
|---|---|---|
| Photos and videos | SD-map | Once a month |
| Annexes | Internal memory. | If necessary, |
| Documents | SD-map | Rarely. |
| Cash systems. | Internal memory. | Once a week. |
Apps that you rarely use are better off deleting or at least clearing their data. Some programs, such as Facebook or Instagram, can grow to several gigabytes in size through cache and updates.