How to permanently disable auto-answer on Xiaomi: 5 proven ways

Automatic response to calls or messages on Xiaomi smartphones can be useful in some situations, such as when you are driving or at an important meeting, but often this feature works inappropriately: sends template messages to contacts without your knowledge, creates awkward situations in correspondence or even blocks incoming calls.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to disable autoresponse on Xiaomi, Redmi and other devices. POCO — From standard settings to hidden commands for power users, instructions are relevant to the user experience. MIUI The 12, 13, 14 and new HyperOS, and take into account the features of different models (from the budget Redmi Note to the flagship Xiaomi 14).If you are faced with the fact that the phone itself answers messages or misses calls with the notification “I’ll call you later” – here you will find a solution.

1. Disable auto-response through standard settings MIUI

The easiest way to deactivate an auto-answer is to use the system's built-in menus, but the path to these settings may vary depending on the firmware version and device model, starting with the most obvious one.

For most modern smartphones Xiaomi (starting with the MIUI (12) the following procedure of action:

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Settings.
3. Go to Autoresponder or Automatic Response (on some models – Voicemail).
4. Turn off the slider near the Auto Answer to Calls or Send SMS missed call.

On HyperOS devices (such as Xiaomi 14 or Redmi K70), the path may be different:

Settings → Applications → Phone → Permissions → Answering machine

⚠️ Note: Some of the scoring for POCO (for example, POCO X6 Pro) auto-response option hidden in the menu SIM-If you don't find it in your phone settings, check this section.

If your menu doesn’t have an “Autoresponder” option, but the phone still sends automatic messages. SMS, the problem may lie in:

• 📱 Third-party apps (such as Truecaller or Google Phone) that have their own auto-response settings.
• 🔄 Updates MIUI, After which the individual settings were dropped.
• 📡 Functions "Driving Mode", which automatically activates auto-response when connected to a Bluetooth headset.

2. Check autoresponse in Mi Account and cloud services

Few people know, but Xiaomi syncs some of the autoresponse settings with the cloud account Mi Account.This means that even after a phone reset, the feature can be activated again when you log in to your profile.

Do the following:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in.
2. In the menu, select Devices → [Your smartphone] → Synchronization settings.
3. Find the Autoresponder or Missed Call Notices section and turn off sync.
4. Save the changes and restart the phone.

If the web interface does not have such options, check the Mi Cloud mobile application:

Mi Cloud → Settings → Data Synchronization → More

⚠️ Attention: On devices with two SIM-You can activate auto-response cards separately for each card. Check the settings for both SIMs in the section SIM-maps and mobile networks → Additional settings.

Also make sure you don’t have the “Send” function enabled. SMS When you miss a call, you're in operator settings. Some mobile networks (e.g. MTS or Beeline) offer their own auto-response service, which works independently of the phone's settings, to turn it off:

• 📞 Dial it. USSD-team *111*777# (for MTS or *110*07# (Beeline).
• 💬 Send. SMS 0 to 777 (for Tele2).

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If after disabling the autoresponse in the settings it still works, try clearing the cache of the Phone application in the Settings menu → Annexes → Application management → Phone. → Memory. → Clear the cache.

3. Disable the auto-response through ADB (power-user)

If standard methods didn’t work and auto-response is still active, you can use the Android debugging bridge (ADB). It's a tool that's suitable for users who are willing to work with the command line, and it's an advantage of getting around the constraints. MIUI and disables the function at the system level.

This will require:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and tool ADB (You can download it here).
• 📱 Included Debugging by USB on the phone (path: Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to press the version → Return to Additional Settings → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).

Instructions to disable the auto-response through ADB:

1. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with ADB.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Use the command to disable the answer: adb shell settings put global auto_reject_enabled 0 HyperOS may require an additional command: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.server.telecom (Warning: this command disables the system call service - use only if other methods did not help!).
5. Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB It can cause your phone to fail or reset.If you are not sure about your actions, you should refer to other methods from this article.

If the autoresponse is still active after the commands are executed, try an alternative method using settings database:

adb shell settings delete global auto_reject_list


adb shell settings put global auto_reject_response ""

Install Xiaomi drivers on PC|Download platform-tools (ADB and Fastboot)|Enable debugging on USB phone-on|Connect your phone to the original cable|Check the connection of the adb device team-->

4.Resetting phone settings as a last resort

If none of the above methods worked, and the autoresponse still works, it may be that the problem lies in the corrupted system files, in which case the factory reset will help.

• 📁 Backup important data (photos, contacts, messages).
• 🔐 Make sure to remember the Mi Account password – after resetting, the phone may require you to enter an account to unlock.
• 📋 Write it down. IMEI phone (click *#06#) in case of network problems after resetting.

Resetting instructions:

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Select Reset All Settings (not to be confused with Network Resettings!).
3. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot (may take time) 5-10 minute).
4. After turning on the phone, do not restore the settings from the backup – first check if the auto-response has disappeared.

If the problem persists even after resetting, it may indicate:

⚠️ Note: On some devices (Redmi) 9A, POCO M3) After reset, the Autoresponder section in the settings may disappear. This is normal - the function is disabled by default.

5 Features of disabling auto-response on different Xiaomi models

The auto-response function can work differently depending on the device model and firmware version. Below we have collected unique nuances for the popular Xiaomi lines.

For Xiaomi. 13/14 redmi K60/K70 (HyperOS):

• 📱 Autoresponder integrated into Mi AI Assistant. To turn it off, go to Settings. → Special facilities → Mi AI Assistant → Call auto-response.
• 🔊 Voice auto-response (e.g., “I’ll call you later”) is managed via Settings. → Sound and vibration → Voice assistant.

For POCO F5/F6 and POCO X6:

• 📞 Quick response function (sending) SMS If you miss a call, it is included in the settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Quick answer.
• 🚫 There is no separate "Autoresponder" section on these models - use Settings → Annexes → Phone. → Permits → Automatic shipping SMS.

For Redmi Note 10/11/12:

• 🔄 Autoresponse can be activated when connected to Bluetooth devices (earphones, car system). → Connected devices → Bluetooth → Additional settings.
• 📡 On the firmware MIUI 12.5 and below the answering machine is hidden in Settings → System and device → Additionally. → Call auto-response.

For Xiaomi Mi 11 and older:

• 🎤 Voice commands for auto-respond (e.g., "Apply to a call") are managed via Settings → Google's Voice Assistant → Settings → Calls and messages.
• 📱 If your phone is responding to WhatsApp or Telegram messages, check the auto-response settings in the instant messengers themselves.

On budget models (Redmi) 9A, POCO C50) Autorespond feature is often absent from the default firmware, but may appear after the update. If you notice that the phone has started to answer calls itself, check the latest installed updates in Settings. → The phone. → Update the system and, if necessary, roll back to the previous version MIUI.

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On devices with HyperOS (Xiaomi) 13/14, Redmi K70) The answering machine is often disguised as "Mi". AI Disable it in special features if standard methods do not work.

6 How to check if the auto-response is disabled

After all the instructions are followed, it is important to make sure that the autoresponse is actually deactivated.

1. Call yourself from another phone and check if it is going. SMS with text like "I'll call you later" or "I can't talk".
2. Send yourself a message (SMS Or through the messenger and see if there is an automatic response.
3. Use Airplane Mode: Turn on Flight Mode. Have a friend call you. Turn off Flight Mode and check if the automatic is sent. SMS.

Check the logs of the calls.

Settings → Applications → Phone → Memory → Journal

There should be no record of automatic responses.

If you use Google Messages or other third-party SMS-applications, they can also have their own autoresponse settings. For example, in Google Messages, check:

Settings → Additional settings → Automatic responses

For complete confidence, you can use the test service:

• 📞 Call the number. +79991234567 (MTS test service) – it simulates an incoming call and shows whether an auto-response is sent.
• 💬 Send. SMS 777 with text TEST — Some operators return information about active car service stations.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with two SIM-You can only activate one of these auto-response cards!

7. Alternative solutions if nothing helps

If you’ve tried all the ways but the auto-response still works, consider the following options:

1.Use of third-party applications to block autoresponse

Applications like AutoReply Stopper or Call Blocker can intercept and block automatic responses, but they require permission to access the system. SMS Install these programs only from official sources (e.g. Google Play).

2. rolling back firmware to the previous version

If the problem occurs after the update MIUI Or HyperOS, you can bring back the old firmware:

1. Download the desired version from the official website.
2. Use the Mi Flash Tool for firmware (instructions here).

3. Contact the service center

If the autoresponse is due to a hardware malfunction (for example, a damaged communication module), you can not solve the problem yourself.

• 📍 Find the nearest Xiaomi service center.
• 📄 Bring a check or a box from your phone to confirm the guarantee.
• 🔧 Describe the problem in as much detail as possible (when it appeared, under what conditions it works).

4. Replacement SIM-map

In rare cases, the auto-response may be tied to SIM-card (for example, if the service was previously activated by the operator:

• 🔄 Insert SIM To another phone and check if the problem persists.
• 🆔 Replace SIM-card for a new one (refer to the communication salon).

5. Use of the second telephone

If the autoresponse is critically impairing work, a temporary solution may be:

• 📱 Switching to a second phone (for example, a redmi or a spare phone) POCO).
• 🔄 Use of the two SIM-One for calling, the other for the internet.

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If the auto-response only appears when you connect to Bluetooth (like in a car), the problem may be in the settings of the car system: Check the hands-free menu in your car or update its firmware.

FAQ: Frequent questions about auto-response on Xiaomi