The widget tape (or MIUI Launcher) on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones is the left-hand screen panel with a weather widget, fast apps and banner ads. For many users, it becomes a source of annoyance: it takes up space, slows down the system and shows unnecessary content, especially for the budget models of the Redmi Note 10/11/12 and POCO M/X, where every megabyte of RAM counts.
In this article, we will analyze all working ways to disable the widget tape - from standard settings MIUI You'll learn how to remove ads, remove unnecessary widgets, and even completely deactivate the panel without losing functionality. ADB-We will start with the simplest solutions.
Why the widget tape interferes: 3 main problems
At first glance, a panel with a weather widget and quick labels seems convenient, but in practice, it creates more problems than benefits.
- 🐢 Brakes the system: tape is constantly updated in the background, consuming up to 10-15% CPU on weak chipsets (for example, Snapdragon) 660/678). It's critical for Redmi. 9A/9C s 2-3 GB RAM.
- 📢 Spam advertising: even after disabling personalized advertising in the settings MIUI The tape continues to show banners from Mi Browser and GetApps.
- 🔄 Random swipes: When trying to open the notification bar, users often accidentally swipe left, hitting the tape instead of quick settings.
Test data. XDA Developers, disabling the widget tape increases battery life on 8-12% It's a reduction in the background activity of the system processes. AMOLED-screens (e.g. Note) 10 Pro) also saves battery power by reducing black pixel backlight.
Method 1: Disconnect via standard MIUI settings
The safest method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI 12/13/14 (including HyperOS) is suitable for beginners and does not require additional tools.
- Open the Settings. → Desktop.
- Slip on Desktop Settings (or Additional Settings in new versions).
- Find the option of the Widget Ribbon (in some firmware - Application Panel).
- Switch the slider to the off position.
- Confirm the action by pressing OK in the dialog box.
⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi Note 8 Pro, POCO X3 NFC) When you turn off the tape, you may lose the weather widget on the home screen. To return it, add the widget manually through a long press on the desktop. → Widgets → Weather.
Make a backup copy of the main screen|Check the version. MIUI at the Settings → The phone.|Close all background applications|Connect the phone to charge (recommended)-->
If the widget tape option is not in the settings, it means that your firmware has been modified (e.g., Global ROM with remote features).
Method 2: Removal via ADB (without root rights)
For users who don’t have the option to turn off in settings, Android Debug Bridge (ADB) is an official tool from Google that doesn’t require superuser rights, but allows you to jam system components.
You'll need:
- 🖥️ Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS
- 📱 USB-cable (original or quality)
- 🔧 Installed drivers Xiaomi and ADB Tools
Instructions:
- Activate Developer Mode: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (Tap 7 times)
- Enable USB debugging in Settings → Additional → For developers.
- Connect your phone to your PC and start the command line (cmd).
- Enter the commands in turn: adb devices adb shell pm hide com.miui.home/.launcher.LauncherWidgetPreviewActivity
- Reboot your smartphone.
⚠️ Attention: After update MIUI The widget tape may appear again. To avoid this, follow the command before updating:
adb shell cmd package compile -m speed -f com.miui.homeThis will fix changes in system files.
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If ADB does not recognize the device, try switching USB connection mode to File Transfer (MTP) in the notification curtain.
Method 3: Use of an alternative launcher
If the first two methods didn’t work or you want to drastically change the interface, install a third-party launcher.This will completely replace the standard MIUI Launcher, removing the widget tape and adding new features.
Top.-3 Launcher for Xiaomi Redmi:
| Launcher | Advantages | Deficiencies | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nova Launcher | Flexible gesture setting, themes support, no advertising | Premium version for some functions | Google Play |
| Lawnchair | Free, open source, support for Android 12+ | Less to do with the design | Google Play |
| Hyperion Launcher | Optimized for MIUI, built-in gestures | No Russian localization | Official website |
To set up the launcher:
- Download. APK-file from official source (do not use third-party sites!).
- Install the file by allowing installation from unknown sources (Settings → Applications → Special Access → Install Unknown Applications).
- When you first start, select the launcher as default.
- Set up your desktop to suit your needs (long press → Launcher settings).
Important: After installing a third-party launcher, some MIUI features (like Double-Tap to Wake Up) may not work properly. Check the gesture settings in the new launcher.
Method 4: Disable via system file editor (for advanced)
This method requires root rights or an unlocked bootloader, and is suitable for users who are willing to risk system stability for the sake of total control, and we will use the MT Manager app (requires root) or Mixplorer with the Magisk module.
Instructions for MT Manager:
- Install MT Manager and provide root access.
- Go to /system/priv-app/MiuiHome/MiuiHome.apk
- Find the res/values/bools.xml file and open it in the text editor.
- Change the line: <bool name="enable_minus_screen">true</bool> on <bool name="enable_minus_screen">false</bool>
- Save the file, reboot the phone.
⚠️ Warning: Incorrect editing of system files can lead to bootloop ( looped boot). TWRP Recovery or OrangeFox.
What if MIUI does not start after editing?
Method 5: Reset the launcher settings (if the tape returned after the update)
After the MIUI update, the widget tape can reappear even if you've disabled it before, because you reset the launcher settings to return the same settings:
- Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Find the MIUI (or Launcher) launcher and tap it.
- Select Warehouse → Clear data and Clear cache.
- Reboot the phone.
- Repeat Method 1 (disconnect via settings).
If app icons or widgets disappear after reset, restore them through a backup (if it was created) or reset your desktop.
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Reset launcher removes all your personal desktop settings, including folders and icon locations. Before the procedure, take screenshots of the current configuration.
More tips: how to make MIUI faster after turning off the tape
By removing the widget tape, you're freeing up system resources to maximize your smartphone experience:
- ⚡ Turn off animation: Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (7 taps) → For developers → The scale of the animation (select) 0.5x or off.)
- 🧹 Clear the cache. MIUI: Settings → Memory. → Cleaning (select "Deep Cleaning")
- 🚫 Block background activity: Settings → Battery → Energy saving regime → Select "Balanced" or "Charge Savings"
- 🔒 Remove unnecessary system applications (requires root): adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.weather2 (weather widget adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.xiaomi.joyose (Mi Game Center)
After these actions, the Redmi Note 11 with the Snapdragon 680 shows performance gains of up to 20% in the AnTuTu test (according to GSMArena tests), especially the improvement in interface smoothness when multitasking.