How to permanently disable recommendations in folders on Xiaomi: 5 proven ways

You open a folder on your Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO, and instead of the usual apps, you see banner ads, news cards or “recommended content” from MIUI? This feature, designed to “improve the user experience”, often annoys owners of smartphones brand. Advertising in folders not only distracts, but also slows down the interface by 15-20% with frequent content updates (according to tests on Xiaomi 12T Pro and Redmi Note 11).

In this article you will find 5 We've tested every method on current versions of the workflows, from standard settings to hidden developer settings. MIUI 14 (Android 13/14) And we've clarified the nuances for old firmware. ADB-commands, but most instructions are not technically feasible. POCO F5 or black shark 5 — Pay attention to the section about branded shells!

Why does Xiaomi show recommendations in folders?

The Folder Recommendations feature was introduced in MIUI 12 as part of Xiaomi’s monetization strategy, which integrates ad units that are loaded through msa (Mobile Services Analytics) and miui.analytics, which analyze:

• 📊 App usage frequency – to show relevant banners (e.g. games if you run Genshin Impact frequently).
• 🌍 Geolocation – for targeted advertising (shops nearby, promotions in your city).
• 🔄 Activity in MIUI — Opening folders, time spent on the main screen.

According to research by XDA Developers, MIUI 13 ad modules consumed up to 50MB of traffic per month in the background. in MIUI 14 Xiaomi promised to reduce the amount of advertising, but the recommendations in the folders remained - they were simply made less intrusive (less animation, less updates).

⚠️ Attention: On devices with POCO Launcher (e.g, POCO X5 Pro) and Black Shark UI The recommendation mechanism is different. Standard shutdowns may not work — read the special section below.

Method 1: Disconnect via standard MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use built-in system options. It works on most devices with MIUI 12-14, but may not be available on some regional firmware (for example, for India or China).

1. Open the Settings. → Main screen screen.
2. Scroll down and find the Recommendations item in folders (or Folder Suggestions in English firmware).
3. Move the slider to the off position.
4. Restart the device (required!) to make the changes effective.

If the item is not on the menu, check:

• 🔍 Version MIUI — on MIUI 11 and below this option is not.
• 🌐 Firmware region - in European (EEA) Global (Global) versions of the function can be hidden.
• 📦 Folder Type – Recommendations are only shown in folders with 3+ applications.

On some devices (such as Xiaomi 13 Lite), instead of a slider, there may be a button to Set up recommendations.

1. Click on the button and uncheck all the boxes in the category list (games, news, purchases).
2. Return to the home screen and hold your finger on any folder → select Edit.
3. Click on the icon. ⚙️ in the upper right corner and turn off the recommendations.

Method 2: Use of the ADB-commands without root)

If the standard method didn’t work, Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a debugging tool that allows you to change system settings without superuser rights, is suitable for MIUI 13/14 and has been tested on the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, Xiaomi 12S Ultra.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 📱 USB-cable (original, for data transmission).
• 🔧 Included debugging by USB (guideline).

Steps:

1. Activate USB debugging: Go to Settings → About Phone. Click 7 times on the MIUI Version until you become a developer!. Return to Settings → Additional → Developer. Enable USB debugging and confirm permission.
2. Connect your phone to your PC and select File Transfer mode.
3. Download ADB: Windows: Platform Tools from Google. macOS/Linux: install via brew install android-platform-tools or sudo apt install adb.
4. Open the terminal (command line) and enter:

adb devices

(Your device should show up. If not, check the drivers and the resolution on your phone.)

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.systemAdSolution

This command disables the module responsible for the recommendations. MIUI 14 may require an additional command:

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.xiaomi.midrop

Once done, reboot your phone. Recommendations should disappear from all folders.

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (Xiaomi.eu, customized) ROM) These commands can cause system applications to fail. ADB Make a backup copy through Settings → Memory. → Backup.

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If the recommendations returned after the MIUI update after the ADB shutdown, repeat the command. To avoid this, add the task to the scheduler (for example, through the MacroDroid application).

Method 3: Alternative launchers (Nova, Hyperion, Lawnchair)

If system methods don't work, the most reliable option is to install a third-party launcher, which not only removes the recommendations, but also improves the performance of the interface. We tested 3 launchers on the POCO X4 GT and Redmi K50:

Installation instructions:

1. Download the launcher from Google Play or APKMirror (for Nova Launcher there is a free and paid version).
2. Install the app and click Home → select the new launcher as Default.
3. Configure folders: In Nova Launcher: Long Tap on Screen → Settings → Folders → Folder Style → Select Vertical or Horizontal (no recommendations). In Hyperion: Settings → Home Screen → Folders → Disable Application Offers.

Advantages of the method:

• 🚀 No system limitations - launcher completely replaces the shell MIUI.
• 🎨 Flexible setting – you can change animations, icon sizes, fonts.
• 🛡️ No ads – not in folders, not in search, not in widgets.

⚠️ Note: On some devices (Black Shark 4, POCO F3 GT) When using third-party launchers, branded gestures (such as calling Game Turbo swipe) may not work.

Method 4: Disable for POCO Launcher and Black Shark UI

POCO and Black Shark line devices use modified shells where folder recommendations are implemented differently. For example, in POCO Launcher (set by default on POCO X5, POCO M5), advertising is integrated into the com.poco.launcher system process.

To disable recommendations:

1. For POCO Launcher: Open Settings → Applications → Application Management. Find POCO Launcher and press Storage. Clear Cash and Data (launcher settings reset!). Reboot your phone. When you first start the launcher, uncheck the Checklist box.
2. For Black Shark. UI: Go to Settings. → Playing space → Interface settings. Turn off Home Screen Recommendations and Personalized Content. If you don't have an option, use it. ADB-Command: Adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.blackshark.gamelauncher

The POCO F4 GT and Black Shark 5 Pro may require additional disabling of the service mipush, which is responsible for push notifications with advertising:

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.xiaomi.mipush.sdk

Method 5: Manual removal of system applets (for advanced ones)

This method is suitable for users with an unlocked bootloader or root rights. It allows you to completely remove the modules responsible for recommendations, but requires caution - wrong actions can lead to a bootloop ( looped reboot).

Instructions for root devices (tested on Xiaomi 11T Pro with Magisk):

1. Install Root Explorer or FX File Explorer.
2. Go to /system/priv-app/SystemAdSolution or /system/app/SystemAdSolution
3. Remove or rename the folder (for example, in the SystemAdSolution_bak).
4. Reset the device.

For devices without root, but with unlocked bootloader:

1. Download the MIUI Debloater Tool.
2. Connect your phone in Fastboot mode (press the Power). + Vol− off-phone).
3. In the tool, select the option Remove Bloatware and mark: 🗑️ SystemAdSolution 🗑️ MiuiDaemon 🗑️ MSA (Mobile Services Analytics)

Apply

⚠️ Warning: Removing system applets may disrupt work OTA-Updates and branded services (e.g. Mi Cloud or Game Turbo) Create a full backup before the procedure. TWRP Or OrangeFox Recovery.

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Removing system applets is the most radical method, but also the most effective, and recommendations will not come back after you reset.

What do you do if nothing helps?

If none of these methods worked, check the following points:

• 🔄 Update the firmware - in new versions MIUI 14 (e.g. 14.0.8.0 for Redmi Note 12) Recommendations feature can be reworked. → Updating the system.
• 📱 Reset the launcher settings: Go to Settings → Annexes → Application management. Find Louncher. MIUI (or POCO Launcher.Push Storage. → Clear the data.

Check the regional firmware

China ROM

India ROM

Xiaomi.eu

Global ROM

Disable mobile data for system services

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Transfer of data.
2. Find SystemAdSolution and MSA → limit background traffic.

Please indicate in the request:

• The device model (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Lite 5G).
• The MIUI version (can be found in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version).
• Screenshot of the problem (how to do: pinch Power + Vol−).