How to permanently disable Google Assistant on Xiaomi Redmi 9 Pro: all working ways

Google Assistant on Xiaomi Redmi 9 Pro is often activated by accident – just press the Home button or say “OK, Google.” For many users, this feature is useless, but it is not so easy to turn it off: The manufacturer hides the direct settings, and the standard "off" in the menu only restricts access to the assistant, without removing it completely. In this article, we will analyze 5 proven methods, from basic to advanced, including: ADB-commands and modification of system files.

The Redmi 9 Pro is a joyeuse model that runs on MIUI with a shell over Android 10/11, where Google Assistant is integrated at the firmware level, which means that simply removing the app through the menu won't work, the system will restore it after the restart. We tested all methods on current versions of MIUI 12.5-14 and identified those that work guaranteed without losing the functionality of the smartphone.

Why Google Assistant is in the way: 3 key issues

Even if you don’t use a voice assistant, it can be a problem:

• 🔋 Background process com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox consumes up to 5-7% of the charge per day, constantly synchronizing with Google servers.
• 📱 On the Redmi 9 Pro, the assistant is often activated when you press the Home button or from random sounds (for example, on the subway).
• 🛡️ Privacy: The assistant records voice commands and sends them for analysis, even if you have not given explicit consent. FAQ).

Tests show that after completely shutting down the Redmi 9 Pro assistant, it lasts 10 to 15 percent longer in standby mode, but there’s a downside: some features (like Google Lens or quick search) may stop working.

Method 1: Standard shutdown via MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in MIUI options. It doesn’t remove the assistant completely, but blocks it from running from the Home button and voice commands.

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Show All Apps.
3. Find Google (or Google Assistant) in the list.
4. Go to the Notifications section and turn off all switches.
5. Go back and select Permissions → turn off the Microphone and AutoRun.

This doesn't remove the assistant, it just restricts the assistant, and to check the results, press the Home button, and instead of the Assistant, the MIUI menu will open or nothing will happen.

Hold the button Home. → The assistant window should not open.

Say, OK, Google» → no reaction

Check background processes in Settings → Battery → Battery use (no process should be com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox)

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⚠️ Attention: After update MIUI It is recommended to repeat the procedure after each major update.

Method 2: Disconnect via ADB (without root)

If the standard method does not help, use it. ADB-This is the official Android tool, which doesn't require superuser rights. MIUI.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 📱 Cable USB Type-C (original to avoid connection issues).
• 🔧 Utility. ADB Tools (download platform-tools from the Android Developers website).

Instructions:

1. Turn on the smartphone Developer Mode: go to Settings → About phone and 7 times click on the MIUI version.
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and activate Debugging over USB.
3. Connect Redmi 9 Pro to your PC, select File Transfer mode and confirm debugging access on your phone screen.
4. Open the command prompt (cmd on Windows or Terminal on macOS/Linux) and go to the folder with the platform-tools:

cd path to papape platform-tools


adb devices

If the device appears in the list, enter a command to disable the Assistant:

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox

Once the command is completed, the assistant will be completely removed for the current user (but will remain in the system partition).

adb shell cmd package install-existing com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox

Method 3: Complete removal with root rights

If you have Magisk or another root manager installed, you can remove the Assistant forever, and this method is irreversible, and once you delete the system files, you can only restore the Assistant by flashing it.

Instructions:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Go to /system/priv-app/GoogleQuickSearchBox.
3. Delete the GoogleQuickSearchBox folder (or rename it to GoogleQuickSearchBox.bak for backup).
4. Reset the device.

It is also recommended to “freeze” related services through Magisk:

• 🧊 com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox
• 🧊 com.google.android.as (Google App Search)

⚠️ Note: Deleting system files can lead to errors in the work of Google Play Services. TWRP Or OrangeFox.

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If the Google Play Store or other services are no longer working after deleting, install the Magisk module called Universal SafetyNet Fix to restore compatibility.

Method 4: Configure MIUI Launcher (to block launch)

MIUI Launcher allows you to reassign the Home button, which prevents the Assistant from accidentally starting.This method does not remove the Assistant, but makes it inaccessible through gestures.

How to set up:

1. Hold the empty space on the home screen and select Launcher Settings.
2. Go to the additional settings → Home button.
3. Choose Open Menu or Do Nothing instead of Google Assistant.
4. Save the changes.

After that, pressing the Home button will not call the assistant, but voice activation (OK, Google) will remain working - use Method 1 or Method 2 to turn it off.

Method 5: Use of third-party utilities (without root)

If you don't want to mess with ADB or root, you can use the system component management apps.The best options for the Redmi 9 Pro are:

• 📱 Package Disabler (requires) ADB Unlocking: Allows you to disable system applications without removing.
• 🛠️ App Inspector: Shows all background processes and allows you to stop them manually.
• 🔍 Shizuku + AppOps: Advanced permission management tool (Shizuku Manager needed).

Example of the Package Disabler:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Connect to your PC via ADB and execute the command:

adb -d shell pm grant com.ramdroid.packageinstaller android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS

1. In the app, find Google Assistant and turn it off.

The disadvantage of the method: after updating the MIUI or resetting the settings, you will have to repeat the procedure.

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Third-party utilities do not remove the Assistant completely, but only block its launch. ADB.

What do you do if nothing helps?

If, after all the manipulations of Google, the Assistant continues to appear, check:

1. MIUI Updates: Newer versions of firmware may return standard settings. Check for updates in Settings → About Phone → System Update.
2. Conflicting apps: Some launchers (like Nova Launcher) can reset gesture settings. MIUI Launcher.
3. Reset: In extreme cases, reset to factory settings (Settings → About Phone → Resetting), but note that this will delete all data.

If the problem persists, you may have a modified firmware (such as Custom ROM) installed on your Redmi 9 Pro.

• Check out the MIUI version in Settings → About the phone.
• If the firmware is unofficial, contact its developer for instructions.

FAQ: Frequent questions about disabling Google Assistant