Google Assistant on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 It's often activated by accident, like pressing the Home button or saying "OK, Google," and for many users, it's a source of annoyance, eating up battery power, collecting location and habits, and interfering with your phone. This is a particularly important issue for Redmi Note owners. 10/10 Pro/10S, where the assistant is integrated at the firmware level MIUI It is not always shut down by standard methods.
In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can deactivate Google Assistant, from simple settings in your smartphone menu to advanced ADB techniques to modify system files. You’ll learn how to permanently disable the assistant (including forced voice or gesture launch), what limitations MIUI 12/13/14 imposes, and what to do if the assistant keeps showing up after resetting. For each method, we’ll give you step-by-step instructions with screenshots (interface descriptions) and warnings about possible consequences.
Why is Google Assistant not disabled in the standard way?
On the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 (and other models of the line), Google Assistant works on two levels:
- 📱 System layer – integrated into Google Play services and MIUI Even after the settings are turned off, it can be triggered through gestures or voice commands.
- 🔧 The launcher level - in firmware MIUI The default Home button is tied to the Assistant call, and this behavior cannot be changed without editing the configuration files.
- 🔄 Automatic Turn on – After updating Google Play Services or resetting the settings, the Assistant can be activated again.
In addition, Xiaomi often blocks deep settings in regional firmware (for example, for Russia or the EU), leaving users only partial options. For example, in the Settings menu → Google → Devices and Sharing → Google Assistant settings, there may be no button to “Disable Assistant”.
Method 1: Disconnect via Google Settings (partial)
This method is suitable for those who want to prohibit the activation of the Assistant by voice or gesture, but does not remove it completely. MIUI 12.5–14:
- Open the Settings app and go to the Google (or Apps → Google) section.
- Select Devices and Sharing → Google Assistant Settings.
- Scroll down and click General Settings.
- Turn off the switches: 🎤 Google (voice activation) 📱 Lockdown assistant 👆 Gestures to call the Assistant (if any)
Limitations of the method:
- ❌ The assistant will stay on the system and can be launched through other apps (e.g. Google Search or Chrome).
- ❌ After Google Play Services update, settings may reset.
- ❌ Does not block the call by pressing the Home button (a separate launcher setting is required).
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If the menu does not have “Google Assistant Settings” option, update the Google app through the Play Market or clear its cache in Settings → Apps → Google → Storage.
Method 2: Untie the Home button from Google Assistant
On Redmi Note 10, Google Assistant opens the default Home button, and to reassign this action, you need to change the settings of the MIUI launcher:
- Go to Settings. → Home screen.
- Select Additional Settings → Home button (or gestures if you use gesture navigation).
- In the section Long press change the action to: 🔍 Google Search (without Assistant) 📱 No action (complete shutdown) 🔄 Recent annexes (alternative)
Important: Some MIUI firmware for Russia may not have the Home Button item, in which case use the ADB method (Method 4).
☑️ Preparation for the Assistant's disabling
Method 3: Completely disable via application settings
If you need to stop the Assistant completely, including background processes, follow the following steps:
- Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Search the Google Assistant (or Google Assistant) list and select it.
- Click Disable (if the button is active) or Stop.
- Go back to the app list, search for Google Play Services and turn off AutoRun for it.
Step-by-step:
- Connect Redmi Note 10 to your computer and allow debugging (a request will appear on the phone screen).
- Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with ADB.
- Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
- Run the command to disable the Assistant: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox If an error occurs, try an alternative command: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox
- Reboot the phone.
What to do if the team does not work:
- 🔄 Try to stop the process first: adb shell am force-stop com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox
- 📌 Make sure that the phone is allowed access to USB-Debugging in mode Only charging not selected.
- 🔧 If used MIUI 14, an additional command may be required to reset rights: adb shell pm clear com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox
What happens if you delete Google Assistant through ADB?
Comparison of Disconnection Methods: Which One Should You Choose?
To choose the best way, focus on your goals and level of preparation:
| Method | Difficulty | Efficiency | Side effects | Reversibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google settings | ⭐ (simple) | ❌ Partial | No. | Yes. |
| Reassigning the Home button | ⭐⭐ (middle-of-the-road) | ✅ Full (for the button) | No. | Yes. |
| Disabling the application | ⭐⭐ (middle-of-the-road) | ✅ Complete. | ⚠️ Disruption of Google Services | Yes. |
| ADB-team | ⭐⭐⭐ (difficult) | ✅ Complete. | ⚠️ Possible errors in some applications | Partially (re-enabled) |
For most Redmi Note 10 users, the best solution is a combination of Method 1 (Google settings) and Method 2 (Reassigning the Home button), which will eliminate random launches without risking system stability. ADB It is recommended only if you are prepared for possible problems with updates or other Google services.
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If the Assistant continues to appear after disabling, check for updates for the Google app in the Play Market – sometimes newer versions reset settings.
What if the assistant is reset again after resetting?
After resetting your factory settings or updating your Google MIUI, the Assistant can automatically activate to avoid:
- Before discharge: 📝 Write down any changes you made to your settings (such as button reassignment). 🔧 Turn off automatic app updates in the Play Market → Settings → Auto-update of applications.
After discharge:
- 🚫 Don’t connect your Google account right away – first disable Assistant through Settings → Google.
- 🔄 Repeat the procedure with ADB, if you've used it before.
If the Assistant is activated after the MIUI update, check the firmware version:
- For MIUI 12.5 and below, standard settings are usually enough.
- Nana MIUI 13/14 It may be necessary to re-execute ADB-team.
⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi regional firmware (e.g. EU) automatically restores standard gesture settings after the update. To avoid this, turn off automatic update checks in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system → Threefold → Settings → Auto-downloading updates.