How to permanently remove the carousel on Xiaomi with MIUI 12: the complete guide

The carousel on Xiaomi’s home screen with the MIUI 12 shell is one of the most controversial features among users. On the one hand, it offers quick access to recommended apps, news and services. On the other, it takes up precious space, slows down the system and constantly shows unnecessary content. If you are tired of endless scrolling from left to right and want to return a clean desktop, this article is for you.

We've compiled all the current ways to disable the carousel, including official settings, hidden features and advanced ADB solutions. Importantly, some ways require developer or unlocked bootloader rights, so read the warnings carefully before you act. Let's start with the simplest options and gradually move on to the complex ones.

Why the carousel appears on MIUI 12 and can it be removed forever?

The carousel (or Mi Feed) is part of the MIUI proprietary shell that is integrated into the default launcher. In MIUI 12, it has become even more intrusive: it is now not just a weather widget, but a full-fledged tape with advertising, news and smart tips. Unlike previous versions, in MIUI 12, the carousel cannot be turned off in the standard way through the Screen Settings menu - the option is hidden or absent.

The reasons why users want to delete it:

• 📱 Takes up space – eats up to 20% of the screen width, reducing the workspace.
• 🐢 Brake system - background processes carousel consume up to 15% CPU and 100MB of RAM.
• 📢 Advertising and spam – even when personalized recommendations are disabled, promo content is displayed.
• 🔒 Activity tracking – collects data about your activities to “improve service".

Can the carousel be removed forever? Yes, but with reservations:

• ✅ Partial Disconnection – Hiding through settings (does not remove processes in the background).
• ✅ Complete removal - requires ADB ornamental.
• ⚠️ After updating MIUI The settings may be reset - you will have to repeat the procedure.

Method 1: Disabling the carousel through the launcher settings (without root)

The safest method that works on most MIUI 12 devices (including Redmi Note 9/10, Poco X3, Mi 10/11) doesn’t require developer rights, but hides the carousel only visually – the processes in the background will continue to work.

Instructions:

1. Press and hold the empty space on the main screen.
2. In the menu that opens, select Screen Settings (or Launcher Settings).
3. Scroll down to the Additional section and find the Carousel (or Mi Feed) option.
4. Switch the slider to the off position.
5. Restart the device (required!) to make the changes effective.

If the carousel option is not on the menu:

• 🔍 Check the version. MIUI: in some regional firmware (for example, MIUI Global) item may be called App Vault.
• 📱 Update the launcher: go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Launcher and press Update.

⚠️ Note: On some devices (e.g. Mi 11 Ultra with a MIUI 12.5 Enhanced) This method only works until the first system update.

Method 2: Remove via ADB (for power users)

If a standard shutdown doesn’t work, you’ll need to use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a method that removes the carousel from the system entirely, but requires a PC connection and developer mode enabled.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB-driver.
• 📱 Xiaomi smartphone with enabled debugging USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI — press 7 times).
• 🔌 USB-Type C Cable (original to avoid connection issues).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command line (Win + R → cmd) and type:

adb devices

(Your device name should appear, which means you have a connection.)

1. Enter a command to remove the carousel:

adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.miservice

1. Reboot your smartphone.

If the team doesn’t work, try an alternative:

adb shell pm hide com.miui.miservice

⚠️ Note: Deleting com.miui.miservice may disrupt some functions, such as smart assistant or quick commands. If after completing the command, the phone starts to brake, return the application with the command:

adb shell cmd package install-existing com.miui.miservice

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Before using ADB, create a restore point in TWRP (if installed) to help return the system to a state of operation if it fails.

Method 3: Using a third-party launcher (without root)

If you don't want to mess around with ADB, the easiest way to get rid of the carousel is to install an alternative launcher, which won't remove it from the system, but will hide it from view.

• 🏆 Nova Launcher – supports gestures, dark theme and customization of icons.
• ⚡ Lawnchair is an open source lightweight launcher.
• 🎨 Microsoft Launcher – Integration with Windows and Cloud Services.
• 📱 Poco Launcher – Optimized for Xiaomi Devices.

How to install and configure:

1. Download the launcher from Google Play.
2. When you first start, select it as the default launcher.
3. Go to the launcher settings and disable all widgets associated with MIUI.
4. In Nova Launcher, you can also hide the search bar to make room.

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ Does not require root rights or ADB.
• ✅ Full customization of the main screen.
• ✅ The ability to return the standard launcher at any time.

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Certain functions MIUI (For example, double-touch locking may not work.
• ❌ It takes up additional memory (50-100 MB).

Method 4: Disable via Settings Editor (requires root)

For users with unlocked bootloaders and root rights, there is a more radical method of editing system files, which will permanently remove the carousel, but with consequences if you act carelessly.

Instructions:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Follow the path:

/system/priv-app/MiuiSystemUI/MiuiSystemUI.apk

1. Make a backup copy of the file (copy it on the SD-map).
2. Open MiuiSystemUI.apk in the APK Editor.
3. Find com.miui.miservice and delete all mentions.
4. Save the changes and restart the device.

Alternatively, delete the carousel files manually:

• 📁 Delete the folder. /data/app/com.miui.miservice-1.
• 🗑️ Clear the cache in /data/data/com.miui.miservice.

⚠️ Warning: Incorrect editing of system files can lead to bootloop (locked on phone).If the device does not start after reboot, reflash it through Fastboot.

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Editing of systems APK-If you're not sure what you're doing, use rootless methods (ADB side-launcher).

Method 5: Reset the launcher settings (if the carousel returned after the update)

After upgrading MIUI 12 to MIUI 12.5 or MIUI 13, the carousel can reappear even if you have turned it off, in which case resetting the launcher to the factory will help.

How to reset:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the Launcher (or MIUI Launcher) and open its settings.
3. Click Warehouse → Clear the data and Clear the cache.
4. Confirm the action and restart the phone.

After discharge:

• 🔄 Home screen will return to factory settings (apps and widgets will disappear).
• 📱 The carousel will be disabled, but it can be activated again in the launcher settings.
• 🔧 You will have to re-set the location of the icons.

If the dumping didn't help:

• 🔨 Try to repeat Method 2 (ADB) — After the update, the command may need to be repeated.
• 📦 Install custom firmware (e.g. xiaomi.eu) where the carousel is disabled by default.

What to do if none of the methods work

If you've tried all the methods, but the carousel keeps coming back, maybe the problem is the firmware itself.

Check it out.

• 📌 Regional version MIUI: into MIUI China carousel is more difficult to remove than in Global.
• 🔄 Updates: Sometimes bugs are fixed in new versions.
• 🛠️ LineageOS or Pixel Experience completely removes all Xiaomi services.

Extreme measures:

• 🔧 Fastboot Firmware: Install a Clean Version MIUI official website.
• 📵 Recoil on the previous version: if the carousel appeared after the update, go back to the old firmware.

If you decide to re-flash:

1. Download the official Fastboot-ROM for your model from the Xiaomi website.
2. Use the Mi Flash Tool to install it.
3. Select the Clean All option to avoid conflicts.

⚠️ Warning: Fastboot flashing erases all data, including photos and messages. be sure to back up via Mi Cloud or TWRP.

FAQ: Frequent questions about carousel at MIUI 12