How to completely disable the left menu on the Xiaomi TV: all ways

The left side menu on Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV, Redmi TV, Poco TV series) is a handy tool for quick access to apps and settings, but not everyone likes it. The constantly pop-up panel can interfere with watching movies, playing games or working with external devices, occupying up to 15% of the screen and distracting attention. Unfortunately, in the standard settings of MIUI TV there is no obvious switch to turn it off - this feature is hidden deep in the system parameters.

In this article, we will discuss 5 And we've tried and tested ways to remove the left menu on Xiaomi, from simple interface changes to editing system files for power users. MIUI TV 5/6 Android TV 10/11, But some of them will work on older versions, and some of them require developer rights or connectivity. ADB, Prepare your laptop in advance and USB-cable.

Why does the left menu appear automatically and can it be permanently disabled?

The sidebar on Xiaomi TV is activated by default in three cases:

• 📺 When connecting external devices (consoles, game console, PC) through HDMI — The system believes that the user may need to quickly manage the system.
• 🎮 In Game Mode - the panel shows FPS, Delayed input and other metrics.
• 🔄 After updating the firmware - resetting the interface settings returns the menu to its original state.

Technically, you can only remove the left menu completely by modifying the system files (methods 4 and 5), but this threatens to lose the warranty. Other methods allow you to hide it temporarily or turn it off for specific applications, for example, on Netflix or YouTube, the panel will not appear if you adjust the display settings correctly.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with MediaTek processors (Mi series) TV P1, Redmi TV A) after the menu is switched off through ADB You may have problems with the remote. Before experimenting, check the chipset model in the settings (Settings) → On TV. → Model).

Method 1: Disconnect via interface settings (without developer rights)

The most secure method, which works on 70% of Xiaomi TV models (except the newest ones with Google TV), does not remove the menu completely, but removes it from the screen in most scenarios:

1. Open Settings → Personal settings → Home screen.
2. Select the option Sidebar Display Mode (on some firmware it is called Quick Access Panel).
3. Set the value Hidden or Disabled.
4. Restart the TV (Settings → About TV → Reboot).

If there is no such item, try an alternative path:

• 🔧 Go to Settings. → Annexes → All applications.
• 🔍 Find the Launcher app (or MIUI Launcher).
• 📵 Select Stop, then Clear the Cache.

This will work if the menu appears because of a launcher malfunction, but after the TV reboot, the panel can come back, which is normal for MIUI TV.

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If after turning off the menu, the app icons on the main screen disappeared, return the launcher settings to the factory ones: Settings → Applications → Launcher → Storage → Reset.

Method 2: Use of the "For Children" mode (interface restriction)

Non-obvious lifehack: For children in Xiaomi TV not only blocks access to settings, but also disables the side menu in all applications. The disadvantage of the method is the limitation of functionality (you can not install new programs, change signal sources), Suitable for temporary solutions, for example, while watching movies.

How to activate:

1. Go to Settings → Accounts and Security → Parental Control.
2. Create a profile of your child (any age can be specified).
3. Turn on the mode and set it up. PIN-code (remember it!).
4. Return to the main screen, the left menu will disappear.

⚠️ Attention: On TVs with Google TV (Like Mi. TV Q2 2023) This method can cause a malfunction of the Google Play Store. If application updates disappear after activation of the mode, return the standard profile.

Method 3: Disconnect via ADB (for power users)

If previous methods didn’t work, you’ll have to connect to your TV via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), Google’s official debugging tool that allows you to change system settings, which works on 95% of Xiaomi TV models, but requires training.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original from Xiaomi).
• 📥 Utility. ADB Tools (download from Google website).
• 🔧 Developer Settings on the TV.

Step-by-step:

Enable the Developer Mode (Settings) → On TV. → Click 7 times on "Version" MIUI TV")

Activate debugging over USB (Settings → Developers → Debugging over USB)

Connect the TV to your PC with a cable (USB port 3.0)

Run the command line in the folder with ADB (Shift + PCM → “Open PowerShell window here”)

Check the connection with the adb device command (serial number should appear)

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# Commands to disable left menu:


adb shell settings put global policy_control immersive.full=*




adb shell am broadcast -a android.intent.action.CLOSE_SYSTEM_DIALOGS

After you execute the commands, restart the TV. If the menu is gone but comes back after a few days, repeat the procedure - this is a feature of MIUI TV. For permanent effect, you need to prescribe commands to boot (mode 5).

Method 4: Editing system files (root access)

This method permanently removes the left menu, but requires root rights and can lead to loss of warranty.It is only suitable for experienced users who are ready for possible system failures.We recommend backing up the firmware before starting (Settings → Backup).

Instructions:

1. Get root with Magisk (Xiaomi TV instructions are available on the 4PDA forum).
2. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer).
3. Go to /system/priv-app/Launcher.
4. Find the Launcher.apk file and rename it to Launcher.apk.bak.
5. Download a modified launcher (such as an ATV Launcher) and install it as a system application.
6. Reboot the TV.

After that, the left menu will be deleted at the system level, but there may be problems with the remote (the Home and Menu buttons will become inactive).

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Editing system files without a backup can lead to a TV breeze (complete failure). If you are not sure about your actions, use methods 1-3.

Method 5: Automating shutdowns via Tasker (for advanced)

If you don’t want to get root, but you want the menu to turn off automatically when you run specific apps (like Kodi or Steam Link), use Tasker. TV.

Algorithm of settings:

1. Install Tasker from Google Play on your TV.
2. Create a new profile (Profile → Application) and select the app you want to hide the menu for.
3. Add Task → New Task with Run Shell.
4. Enter the command: settings put global policy_control immersive.full=com.package.name (replace com.package.name with your app ID).
5. Save the task and activate the profile.

Now, when you run your chosen app, the left menu will automatically hide, and to return it, you just have to close the program, which is ideal for gamers who connect Xiaomi TV to a PC or console.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after successfully disabling the menu, users are faced with common errors, and here are the most common ways to correct them:

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with an Amlogic processor S905 (Mi TV 4S, Mi TV 4A) after the menu is turned off ADB Google Assistant may stop working. To get back the voice assistant, run the command:

adb shell pm enable com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox

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