How to completely disable tips on Xiaomi phone: 7 proven ways

The pop-up tips on Xiaomi smartphones can be useful to beginners, but become intrusive over time. MIUI He actively offers tips on using features, advertises the companyโ€™s services and even shows contextual notifications about new features. If you want to get rid of this digital mentor, our guide will help you disable all kinds of hints โ€“ from system notifications to ads in the settings menu.

Itโ€™s important to understand that Xiaomi uses several mechanisms to show hints: standard Android notifications, built-in services. MIUI, We're going to take each of them apart and show them how to turn them off on Redmi Note models. 10 Xiaomi 14 Ultra (relevant to the MIUI 12-15). Some methods will require superuser rights (root), but most are available without additional manipulation.

1. Disabling system prompts in settings MIUI

To start with, the most obvious is the standard operating system settings. Xiaomi hides the options to disable the prompts in several menu sections, and their location may vary depending on the version. MIUI. Here is a general algorithm for most devices:

Go to Settings. โ†’ Memory. โ†’ Cleaning (on some models, the path may look like Settings) โ†’ Annexes โ†’ Cleaning up:

  • ๐Ÿ” Find the item "Cleaning Tips" and deactivate it
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Disable "Optimization Guidelines" (usually at the bottom of the screen)
  • ๐Ÿšซ Deactivate โ€œShow Cleanup Notificationsโ€ in additional settings

Next, go to Settings. โ†’ Notifications โ†’ Additional settings. This is important:

  • ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Disable "Notification Tips" (may be called "Notification Management Tips")
  • ๐Ÿ“ต Deactivate "Application Recommendations" in the "Special Access" section"
  • ๐Ÿ”„ Reset the device to apply changes

โ˜‘๏ธ Basic cleaning of clues

Done: 0 / 4

โš ๏ธ Note: Some Xiaomi firmware (especially for the European region) may not have the Notification Tips option, and you will need to use the methods in the following sections.

2. Removal of prompts through "Special Opportunities"

Little-known fact: part of the clues MIUI It's tied to special services, so that the system can adapt to users with disabilities, but in practice, it causes unnecessary pop-ups to appear:

Open the Settings. โ†’ Special facilities โ†’ Special Opportunity Services:

  • ๐Ÿค– "The tip service MIUI" (may be called "MIUI Tips Service")
  • ๐Ÿ’ก "Contextual prompts" (usually hidden under "System services")
  • ๐Ÿ“ฒ "Notifications of new featuresโ€ (in some firmware)

Disable all services found. If a point is missing, it is normal, as Xiaomi regularly changes the names of services in different versions. MIUI. After disconnection, it is recommended:

  1. Close all background apps through the multitasking menu
  2. Perform a soft reboot (hold the power button and select Reboot)
  3. Check for no clues during the 5-10 minutes of phone use

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If prompts continue to appear after disabling services, try clearing the system cache through Settings โ†’ Memory. โ†’ Cleanup โ†’ This will delete temporary files that may contain information about the previously shown clues.

3. Blocking advertising tips through MSA (Mobile Services)

MSA (Mobile Services is Xiaomiโ€™s service for displaying ads and personalized recommendations, and it is through it that โ€œhelpful tipsโ€ often come about new features and services of the company. MSA without root rights is impossible, but you can significantly reduce the number of impressions:

First, turn off advertising personalization:

  1. Go to Settings. โ†’ Memory. โ†’ Cleanup โ†’ Settings (cog in the upper right corner)
  2. Select "Advertising" or "Personalized Recommendations"
  3. Turn off all switches in this section.

Then restrict access. MSA data:

  1. Go back to the basic settings and select the Apps โ†’ Application management
  2. Find it "MSA" or "Mobile Services" in the list
  3. Turn off auto-start, notifications, and location access
  4. Clear the cache and app data
ServiceWhat to turn offThe effect
MSAPersonalized advertising, auto-start, notificationsReducing advertising tips on 70-80%
MIUI DaemonNotifications, background activityDisappearance of System Advice on New Functions
SecuritySecurity Tips, Auto UpdateEnding notifications of โ€œpotential threatsโ€
AnalyticsSending diagnostics, personalizationReduce contextual cues by 50%
๐Ÿ“Š What tips annoy you the most?
Advertising banners in settings
Pop-up tips on functions
Notification of new opportunities
Systemic security warnings

4. Disabling the prompts through ADB (rootless)

For experienced users, there is a method to disable tips through ADB (Android Debug Bridge. It doesn't require superuser rights, but it does require a computer and a computer. USB-The advantage of this method is that it works even on the latest versions. MIUI, where the manufacturer has hidden the standard switches.

First, prepare the device:

  1. Activate Developer Mode: Settings โ†’ About Phone โ†’ MIUI Version (click 7 times)
  2. Back to Settings โ†’ Additionally. โ†’ For developers
  3. Turn on "USB Debugging"

Now connect the phone to your computer and execute the commands:

adb shell pm hide com.miui.systemAdSolution


adb shell pm hide com.xiaomi.midrop




adb shell pm hide com.miui.analytics




adb shell pm hide com.miui.systemAdSolution.overlay

These commands are off:

  • ๐Ÿ“ต The main module of displaying advertising and tips (systemAdSolution)
  • ๐Ÿ”„ Analytics Service Collecting Data for Personalization
  • ๐Ÿ”— Module of contextual recommendations
  • ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ Overlay notifications (pop-ups on top of the interface)

โš ๏ธ Attention: After update MIUI It is recommended to save the list of commands in a text file and repeat the procedure after each major system update. Some users report temporary Mi Account outages after analytics is disabled โ€“ this is normal behavior, functionality will recover after 24 hours.

5. Radical methods: disabling through root and custom firmware

If standard methods have failed, and the hints continue to spoil the experience of using the phone, radical solutions remain: They require unlocking the bootloader and obtaining root rights, which voids the warranty and can lead to unstable device operation, use them only if you fully understand the risks.

List of system packages responsible for prompts:

  • ๐Ÿ“ฆ com.miui.systemAdSolution โ€“ the main module of advertising and advice
  • ๐Ÿ“ฆ com.xiaomi.mipicks - Application recommendations
  • ๐Ÿ“ฆ com.miui.analytics โ€“ Data collection for personalization
  • ๐Ÿ“ฆ com.miui.hybrid โ€“ Hybrid notifications (pop-ups)
  • ๐Ÿ“ฆ com.xiaomi.joyose โ€“ contextual prompting service

For their removal:

  1. Install Magisk Manager and get root access
  2. Use a root-enabled file manager (such as Root Explorer)
  3. Move to the /system/priv-app/ and /system/app/
  4. Remove or rename folders with the above packages
  5. Clear the Dalvik cache through TWRP Recovery
What happens if you delete system packages without root?
Without superuser rights, system applications will recover after a reboot. In some cases, this can lead to a bootloop if critical components are damaged. TWRP before manipulation of system files.

Alternatively, custom firmware like LineageOS or Pixel Experience is completely devoid of Xiaomiโ€™s branded services, but requires:

  • ๐Ÿ”“ Unlocked bootloader (procedure takes up to 72 hours)
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Compatibility with your model (check out the forum) XDA Developers)
  • ๐Ÿ”ง Ability to work with fastboot and TWRP
  • ๐Ÿ”„ Preparedness for possible loss of functionality (for example, cameras on some models)

6. Disabling hints in specific applications

Some of Xiaomiโ€™s standard apps have their own prompting mechanisms that are not disabled by global settings, and weโ€™ll look at some of the more problematic ones:

1. Weather (Mi Weather):

  • ๐ŸŒค๏ธ Open the app, go to settings (three dots in the upper right corner)
  • ๐Ÿ”• Turn off "Weather Notifications" and "Clothes Tips"
  • ๐Ÿ“ต In the system notification settings, find the โ€œWeatherโ€ and block all types of alerts.

Camera (Mi Camera):

  • ๐Ÿ“ธ Go to the camera settings (cog or three lines)
  • ๐Ÿšซ Turn off "Shooting Tips" and "Recommendations of Modes"
  • ๐Ÿ” In additional settings, deactivate "Contextual Assistance"

3.The browser (Mi Browser):

  • ๐ŸŒ Open the browser, go to Settings โ†’ Confidentiality
  • ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Turn off โ€œPersonalized Newsโ€ and โ€œContent Recommendations"
  • ๐Ÿ“ต In the notification settings, block the display of banners on the main screen

4. Music (Mi Music):

  • ๐ŸŽต In the application settings, disable "Playlist Recommendations"
  • ๐Ÿ”Š Deactivate "Notifications of new tracks"
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ In the system settings, forbid the application to show notifications

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Even after you turn off all global settings, check the notifications in each Xiaomi standard app separately. Many of them have their own prompting mechanisms that are not associated with the main system.

7. Recovery of prompts (if overdone)

If after all the manipulations you realized that some of the clues were helpful, or the system started to work unstable, hereโ€™s how to get it back:

For standard settings:

  1. Go to the same menu sections where the prompts were turned off
  2. Activate all switches back
  3. Reset the device

For changes through ADB:

adb shell pm unhide com.miui.systemAdSolution


adb shell pm unhide com.xiaomi.midrop




adb shell pm unhide com.miui.analytics

For remote system packages (root required):

  1. Download the original firmware for your model from the official Xiaomi website
  2. Remove the deleted packet files from it (use it). MIUI Rom Tool)
  3. Restore files to /system/priv-app/ root-wire
  4. Perform a cleanup of Dalvik cache

For custom firmware:

  • Return to the official firmware via the Mi Flash Tool
  • Or find a module for Magisk that restores standard services. MIUI

โš ๏ธ Warning: If after the system packages are restored, the phone stopped turning on or stuck on the logo, you will need a full flashing through Fastboot. Always keep the original firmware for your model and the Mi Flash Tool tool with drivers on hand.

FAQ: Frequent questions about tips on Xiaomi

Why do they appear again after the update after disabling the prompts?
Xiaomi regularly updates system services through the MIUI, And some settings are reset to factory. To avoid this: Turn off automatic system updates in Settings. โ†’ The phone. โ†’ Updating the system โ†’ Settings (cogs) โ†’ Auto Update Use Auto Update ADB-commands to permanently disable services (they are less susceptible to reset) Before updating, backup your current settings via Mi Mover or Titanium Backup (requires root)
Can I turn off the hints only for specific applications?
Yes, for that: Go to Settings โ†’ Annexes โ†’ App management Select the desired app Go to Notifications Disable all notification categories related to tips and recommendations Some apps (such as Mi Browser) have separate prompt settings in their own settings menu For system applications this The method does not always work โ€“ some tips are shown at the level of the MIUI, not a specific application.
Is it safe to turn off? MSA and other system services?
Shutdown MSA and similar services will not cause direct harm to the device, but may lead to: ๐Ÿ”„ Stopping Updates to Certain Standard Applications ๐Ÿ“ต Loss of Mi Account functionality (note synchronization, cloud) ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Reduced security (some security services depend on the security of the service) MSA) ๐Ÿ“Š In practice, 90% of users do not notice any negative consequences after disabling these services, except for the disappearance of intrusive advertising.
How to disable tips on Xiaomi with global firmware (EU/Global ROM)?
On global firmware, the path to settings may be different.Try: Settings โ†’ Notifications & control center โ†’ Notification Assistant (Switch Off All) Settings โ†’ Home screen โ†’ Recommendations (deactivate the display of tips on the home screen) Settings โ†’ Passwords & security โ†’ Privacy โ†’ Special app access โ†’ Notification access (disable access to the MSA) If these are not the same, use the method with ADB From section 4 of the article, it works on all firmware versions.
Are there apps to automatically disable prompts?
There are several utilities, but most require root rights: ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ MIUI Hidden Settings โ€“ reveals hidden system settings ๐Ÿ”ง App Ops โ€“ allows you to disable individual permissions for system applications ๐Ÿšซ Disable Service โ€“ disables background services, including hints ๐Ÿ“ต Notisave โ€“ Blocks specific notification types Without root, you can try Shizuku + App Ops, but the functionality will be limited. Always check reviews before installing such utilities - some may contain malicious code.