How to Turn Off the First Page on Xiaomi: All Ways (2026)

The first page on Xiaomi smartphones (the so-called MIUI home screen) is often annoying, with weather widgets, unnecessary app recommendations and banner ads that are difficult to remove by standard methods. Many owners of Redmi, POCO or Black Shark devices want to completely remove this screen, leaving only the desktop with applications.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to disable the first page on Xiaomi, from simple settings in MIUI to hidden commands through ADB. It is important to understand that the methods differ depending on the shell version (MIUI 12/13/14/15) and the device model. For example, on POCO F5 with global firmware, the algorithm will be one, and on the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ with the Chinese version – quite different.

Before you start, consider that some methods require unlocking the bootloader or root rights, which can lead to loss of warranty. We will note these cases separately. In the article, you will also find a table of methods compatibility with popular Xiaomi models and answers to frequent questions on the topic.

Why can’t you just delete the first page of MIUI?

The MIUI shell is rigidly tied to the desktop structure, where the first page acts as a system hub.

• 📱 Weather and Time Widget (undisabled in standard settings)
• 🔍 Xiaomi’s Quick Search Panel (including Advertising Tips)
• 📊 Apps from Mi App Store or Google Play
• 🔔 Event Notifications (such as birthdays from Mi Account)

Unlike Samsung One UI or stock Android, where the homepage can be hidden in two clicks, Xiaomi artificially limits this feature.

1. Monetization: First-page banner ads are one of Xiaomi’s revenue streams.
2. Branding: A weather widget with the MIUI logo reinforces visual identity.
3. Simplification of UX: according to the developers, it is easier for a beginner to navigate with a fixed start page.

But there are workarounds, from hiding items through settings to completely removing a page through technical manipulation, and then we'll look at them in complexity order.

Method 1: Hiding the First Page Elements (without root)

If you don't have to completely remove a page, but just remove all the widgets and ads, use this method. It works on all versions of MIUI and requires no special knowledge.

Instructions:

1. Click and hold the empty space on the first page until the edit menu appears.
2. Slip on the weather widget or other unnecessary element – at the bottom of the screen will appear the button Remove (or basket).
3. To disable application recommendations, go to Settings → Desktop → Application recommendations and deactivate the slider.
4. To remove the search bar, go to Settings → Desktop → Search on the home screen and select Disable.

Limitations of the method:

• ❌ The weather widget is removed only on some firmware (on the MIUI 14 Global, stays).
• ❌ Banners may return after system update.
• ❌ Search bar is sometimes blocked on Chinese versions MIUI.

If after these manipulations the first page still takes place, proceed to the following methods.

Method 2: Use of an alternative launcher

The most reliable way to get rid of the first page of MIUI is to install a third-party launcher, which completely replaces the standard desktop interface, allowing you to customize screens as you wish.

The best launchers for Xiaomi:

How to install and configure the launcher:

1. Download the selected launcher from Google Play or APKMirror (if you do not have access to Google services).
2. After installation, press the Home button and the system will prompt you to select the default launcher. Choose a new one.
3. In the launcher settings (Nova Launcher: long tap on the desktop → Settings), turn off the first page or configure it for yourself.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro)+ 5G) After installing a third-party launcher, call notifications may disappear. To fix this, go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → [Your launcher] → Notifications and enable all permissions.

Method 3: Disconnect via ADB (without root but with PC)

If you don't want to use third-party launchers, but you're willing to connect your smartphone to your computer, this method will disable the first page at the system level.

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux
• 📱 USB-cable (preferably original)
• 🔧 Included debugging by USB smartphone
• 📦 Utility. ADB (Android Debug Bridge)

Step-by-step:

1. Activate Developer Mode on Xiaomi: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (Tap 7 times)
2. Enable USB debugging in Settings → Additional → For developers.
3. Connect your smartphone to your PC and confirm the debugging permission.
4. Download ADB Tools and unpack the archive.
5. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with ADB and execute: adb shell pm hide com.miui.home This command does not delete the launcher, but only hides its system elements, including the first page.

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

adb shell settings put secure default_launcher_package com.novaluncher

(Replace com.novaluncher with your launcher package if it is already installed).

⚠️ Attention: MIUI 15 (HyperOS teams ADB In this case, before executing the commands, type: adb shell settings put global. hidden_api_policy 1 That's temporarily disabling the restrictions. API, It can affect the stability of the job.

Method 4: Editing system files (requires root)

This is the most radical method, and it's only for power users, and it involves editing MIUI files through root access.

• ⚠️ Loss of warranty (if it is still valid).
• ⚠️ Risk of "bricking" the device in case of error.
• ⚠️ System failures may occur after updates.

If you are prepared for risk, follow the instructions:

1. Get root rights with Magisk (see instructions for your model on XDA Developers).
2. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
3. Go to /system/priv-app/MiuiHome/MiuiHome.apk and back up the file.
4. Open the file in a text editor (such as MT Manager) and find the line: bool mShowDefaultScreen = true; Replace true with false.
5. Save the changes, set the rights 644 (rw-r--r---) and restart the device.

Alternative method (less risky):

Delete the file. default_workspace.xml way /data/system/users/0/. This will reset the desktop settings and the first page will disappear, but standard widgets will return. MIUI.

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Before editing system files, create a full backup via TWRP or OrangeFox Recovery, which will allow you to restore the device in case of an error.

Compatibility with popular Xiaomi models

Not all methods work on all devices, and below is the compatibility table for current models (2026 data):

For HyperOS devices (such as Xiaomi 14 or Redmi K70), most methods have not yet been tested because of the novelty of the firmware. If your model is not listed in the table, try the alternative launcher method - it is universal.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When you turn off the first page, users encounter common errors, and we'll look at the most common ones.

1. After using ADB, the desktop disappears

This happens if the pm hide command has hidden not only the first page, but the entire launcher.

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.home


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

2.Alternative launcher resets after MIUI update

The system automatically returns the standard launcher to avoid this:

• 📵 Turn off automatic updates in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 🔄 After manual update, re-select a third-party launcher as the main one.

3.The Chinese firmware doesn't work ADB

The last way is to flash the global version of MIUI through Fastboot.Instructions look for Xiaomi Firmware Updater or 4PDA.

⚠️ Note: Some Chinese Firmware (MIUI CN) team ADB They can be locked even with the bootloader unlocked, in which case only custom firmware installation (e.g. Pixel Experience or LineageOS) will help).

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On HyperOS devices (such as Xiaomi 14), standard first-page disabling methods may not work, and the only reliable option is to use an alternative launcher.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions