The widget tape on the left of the home screen on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 S is one of the most controversial elements of the MIUI interface. For some users, it is convenient access to the weather, calendar and quick actions, for others it is an unnecessary element that eats up resources and takes up space.
In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can disable your widget tape, from standard settings to hidden commands via ADB. Importantly, the methods work on the Redmi Note 10 S with MIUI 12.5-14 firmware (including global and Chinese versions). If you have custom firmware, some items may differ.
Before you start, consider that completely removing the widget tape can affect the stability of the system. For example, after a shutdown through ADB, some system notifications may disappear or the logic of gestures may change. We tested all methods on the Redmi Note 10 S with MIUI 13.0.6 - no critical failure was detected, but you can not give guarantees: always backup before changing system files.
1. Standard shutdown via MIUI settings
The easiest way is to use the built-in options, and unfortunately, MIUI doesn't have a "Delete Widget Ribbon Completely" button, but you can remove the contents and make it invisible.
Open the widget tape to the left of the main screen. At the bottom of the screen, tap the Edit icon. Here you'll see all the active widgets:
- 🌡️ Weather – displays temperature and forecast
- 📅 Calendar - events from Google/MI-account
- 🔄 Quick Actions – shortcuts for flashlight, Wi-Fi, etc.
- 📊 Steps/Activity – Data from Mi Band or Phone Sensors
- 🎵 Music widget - playback control
To remove unnecessary elements:
- Click on the cross in the top corner of each widget.
- Confirm removal (some widgets, such as Weather, cannot be removed in the standard way).
- After removing all possible widgets, the tape will become almost empty – only the search bar will remain.
This method does not remove the tape itself, but only cleans it. To completely turn off the swipe to the left, additional actions will be required (see the following sections).
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If the tape still opens after removing the widgets, try restarting the phone - sometimes MIUI resets the settings after the reboot.
2. Disconnect via launcher settings (hidden option)
MIUI Launcher has hidden options that allow you to deactivate the widget tape, which works on most firmware versions, but may require pre-activation of the developer mode.
Instructions:
- Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version. Enter password/pattern lock if required.
Additional → For Developers
Disable the mi-ribbon
Disable Mi Feed
Activate the switch and restart the phone.
If the item Disable Milente is not:
- 🔍 Check if your firmware is updated to the latest version.
- 📱 Try changing the region in your settings to India (sometimes this reveals additional options).
- 🔧 Install an alternative launcher (like Nova Launcher) that ignores system tape.
Why is there no direct shutdown option in MIUI?
3. Disconnection via ADB (for power users)
If the standard methods do not work, you can use them. ADB-This requires connecting the phone to a computer and basic knowledge of how to use the console.
What you need:
- 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
- 📋 Installed Xiaomi drivers and package ADB Tools.
- 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
- ⚙️ Initiated debugging mode USB phone-on.
Step-by-step:
- Connect the Redmi Note 10 S to your computer and allow debugging.
- Open the command prompt (cmd on Windows) and type: adb devices Make sure the device is identified (serial number should appear).
- Run the command to disable the tape: adb shell pm hide com.miui.miservice This command hides the system application responsible for the widgets.
- Reboot your phone: adb reboot
When you reboot the widget tape, it's going to disappear. If you want to return it, use the command:
adb shell pm unhide com.miui.miserviceInstall Xiaomi drivers|Download ADB Tools|Enable debugging on USB|Connect the phone to the PC|Check the connection with the adb device command-->
4. Removal through uninstallation of system applications (root)
If you have root rights, you can completely remove the applications that are responsible for the widget tape, which is the most radical method and can lead to unstable system operation if you remove the extra one.
List of apps related to the widget tape on the Redmi Note 10 S:
| Package name | Description | Can I remove it? |
|---|---|---|
| com.miui.miservice | Main service of widget tape | Yes (may affect system notifications) |
| com.miui.weather2 | Weather widget | Yes (weather will disappear on other menus) |
| com.miui.notes | Notes and calendar | No (will cause errors in MIUI) |
| com.miui.player | Musical widget | Yes (music will work through other players) |
To delete, use any root-access file manager (such as Root Explorer) or command via ADB:
adb shell
su
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.miservice⚠️
Note: Removing system applications may disrupt MIUI. For example, after deleting com.miui.weather2, the weather in the notification panel will stop updating. Always backup before such operations!
5. Alternative solutions: change of launcher or firmware
If neither method worked, consider installing a side launcher or custom firmware, which will drastically change the phone’s interface, but give you full control of the desktop.
Popular launchers for Xiaomi that ignore the widget tape:
- 🌟 Nova Launcher – flexible gesture settings, no forced tape.
- 📱 Lawnchair – lightweight launcher with support for Android widgets.
- ⚡ Hyperion Launcher – Optimized for Performance.
- 🎨 Microsoft Launcher – Windows integration, no MIUI-ribbon.
For installation:
- Download the launcher APK from the official website or Google Play.
- Install and select it as the default launcher in the settings.
- Set up gestures (for example, turn off the swipe to the left in the launcher settings).
If you’re ready to go further, consider custom firmware like LineageOS or Pixel Experience, which completely removes all MIUI elements, including widget tape, but requires unlocking the bootloader and can be unwarranted.
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Changing the launcher is the safest way to remove the widget tape without risk to the system, but some MIUI features (such as dual applications) may become unavailable.
Possible problems and solutions
After you turn off the widget tape, you can have side effects, and here are the most common ways to eliminate them:
- 🔄 The tape returns after the update MIUI: System updates often reset settings. Solution: Repeat the shutdown via ADB or install an update blocker for specific applications (e.g. App Ops).
- ⚠️ System Notifications Disappear: If the weather or notifications are lost after deleting com.miui.miservice, return the application with the command pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.miservice (replace uninstall with install).
- 📱 Phone started to slow down: Possibly conflict with other system services. Try clearing the cache in Settings → Annexes → Application management → Systemic → Clear the cache.
- 🔒 The swipe gesture left does not work: If you use an alternative launcher, adjust the gestures in its settings. In Nova Launcher, for example, this is done in Settings → Gestures and entrances.
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Note: Some versions of MIUI 14 for Redmi Note 10 S may lose access to Google Discover (if integrated) after disabling the widget tape. To return it, you will have to reset the launcher settings or reinstall the Google App.