The top curtain (or notification panel) on Xiaomi smartphones is not just a place for alerts, but a powerful device management tool. It contains fast switches for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, energy saving mode and other functions that can be activated with a single touch. However, many users do not even suspect that this panel can (and should!) be customized to their needs - remove unnecessary icons, change their order or add hidden options.
In this article, we will discuss all the ways to set up the top curtain on Xiaomi (relevant to MIUI 12-15, including HyperOS), from basic to advanced.
- 🔧 Change the order of fast switches and remove unnecessary ones
- ⚡ Add hidden features (like reading mode or gaming turbo)
- 🎨 Customize the appearance of the panel (transparency, size of icons)
- 🔄 Return the standard settings if something goes wrong
Particular attention will be paid to the hidden features of MIUI, which are not written in the official instructions, for example, how to turn on the display of the temperature of the processor or the speed of the Internet right in the curtain.
1. Basic top curtain setting: what can be changed without root
Even without a super-user (root) right, MIUI has a lot of options for customizing the notification bar. All the basic settings are hidden in the Settings menu → Notifications bar and status bar.
- 📱 Change the order of the fast switches (long tap on the icon) → drag)
- 🗑️ Remove unnecessary items (swipe up the icon in editing mode)
- ➕ Add hidden switches (click on "Edit» → list out)
- 🔄 Return the standard set (Reset button at the bottom of the screen)
For example, if you never use NFC or a hotspot, you can remove them, making room for more popular features like a flashlight or Do Not Disturb mode.
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If the available switches don’t have the right option (like game mode), try to turn it on in the main settings of the system first. Some functions appear in the curtain only after activation.
Note that MIUI 14+ and HyperOS now have the ability to group switches into categories (e.g. Network, Sound, Screen) and this is convenient if you have too many icons – just swipe left/right on the panel to switch between groups.
2. Hidden Curtain Features: How to Add What's Not on the Menu
Many users are unaware that MIUI has hidden switches that don’t appear in the standard editing list, but can be activated through engineering menu codes or third-party apps like Activity Launcher.
Here are some useful options that can be added:
- 🌡️ Processor temperature (shows real-time chipset heating)
- 📶 Internet speed (displays the current download/return speed)
- 🎮 Gaming Turbo (Fast Access to Performance Settings in Games)
- 🔋 Detailed information about the battery (voltage, charge current, etc.)
To add, for example, a CPU temperature, follow the following steps:
- Open the Phone app and enter the code: ##4636##.
- Go to the Battery Information tab.
- Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Add to the notification bar.
How to return the hidden switch if it is missing?
Important: some hidden features can increase battery consumption, as they require constant monitoring of the system, for example, mapping the Internet speed in real time makes the Wi-Fi/4G module work more actively.
3. Advanced customization: changing the appearance of the curtain
If you don't like the standard design of the notification panel, you can change it with the themes or Magisk modules (root required).
- 🎨 Color scheme: dark/light theme (configured in Settings) → Screen. → Dark mode)
- 🖼️ Transparency: in some topics MIUI You can make a semi-transparent panel.
- 📏 Icon Size: Theme Settings Have Options for Scaling Elements
For deeper customization, you will need:
- Install Magisk and MiuiHome Mods (to change the design of icons).
- Use the Xposed Framework with the GravityBox module (for fine-tuning animations and placing elements).
Warning: Changing system files via Magisk or Xposed may cause device instability or loss of warranty.
4. Problem Solving: The curtain does not open, lays or drops
Sometimes the notification bar starts to work incorrectly: it does not open the swipe, it hangs or resets the settings, and here are the most common reasons and ways to eliminate them:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The curtain doesn't open with a swipe | Failure of SystemUI system application | Restart your phone or clear the Settings app cache → Apps → System → SystemUI → Storage → Clear the cache |
| The curtain settings are reset after resetting | Conflict with MIUI Optimizer | Disable Auto-Optimization: Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization → Disable for SystemUI |
| The icons in the curtain are displayed incorrectly | Failure of the theme design | Return the standard theme: Settings → Themes → My themes → Standard |
| The curtain opens with a delay | Overloading MIUI animations | Turn off animations: Settings → Special features → Delete animations |
If none of these methods worked, try resetting your system settings (without losing data):
Settings → About phone → Reset settings → Reset system settings💡
Before resetting the settings, be sure to check if your notifications and quick switches are saved - after resetting the curtain will return to factory appearance.
5. Differences in different versions of MIUI and HyperOS
The functionality of the top curtain may vary depending on the firmware version, and here are the key changes in the latest updates:
- 📱 MIUI 12–13: there is a grouping of switches by tab, but there is no way to change the size of the icons.
- 🔄 MIUI 14: added support for curtain widgets (such as weather or calendar).
- ⚡ HyperOS (based on Android 14): a completely redesigned design with adaptive transparency and dynamic icons.
For example, in HyperOS, the curtain became context-sensitive: if you listen to music, a track-controlled player automatically appears in it, and in MIUI 13, it required installing separate widgets.
Update all apps on Google Play|Backup the curtain settings (screenshot or record)|Check the vacant space (need to be checked). ≥2GB)|Connect to a stable Wi-Fi-->
If the curtain has changed after the update, don’t be afraid – it’s probably new features, not a bug. For example, in HyperOS, a swipe down the center of the screen opens notifications, and a swipe on the right opens quick settings (as in pure Android).
6. Alternative launchers: can the curtain be replaced completely?
If you don’t like Xiaomi’s standard notification bar, you can replace it with alternative launchers or custom firmware.
- 🌐 Nova Launcher + Power Shade (allows you to customize the curtain without root)
- 🔧 LineageOS or Pixel Experience (complete replacement) MIUI, including the notification panel)
- 🎨 Niagara Launcher (minimalistic design with a comfortable curtain)
But there are nuances:
⚠️ Warning: Alternative launchers may conflict with system services MIUI, Especially if you’re using features like Second Space or App Lock. check for compatibility on forums before installing, 4PDA or XDA Developers).
If you decide on a custom firmware, keep in mind that:
- You will need to unlock the bootloader.
- Xiaomi’s branded features may stop working (for example, for example, IR-blaster).
- Updates will have to be installed manually.
7.Security: What not to do when setting up the curtain
Customizing the notification panel is a fun activity, but some activities can compromise system stability or security.
- Removing system switches via ADB or root (such as NFC or Mobile Data) can cause modules to crash.
- Install modified APKs for curtains (such as hacked versions of SystemUI) that often contain malicious code.
- Disabling system notifications (e.g. from Google Play Services) can disrupt Google’s services.
⚠️ Note: If you use a corporate phone or device with control over MDM (For example, a working smartphone, changing the curtain settings can violate the company's security policies, and in some cases, this leads to automatic locking of the device.
If you want to experiment, do it in a second space or on a backup phone, so you minimize the risk to the main device.