How to permanently disable Xiaomi recommendations on the desktop: the complete guide

The desktop of your Xiaomi or Redmi smartphone is littered with unnecessary app recommendations, news and advertising? You are not alone - this problem is familiar to most users of MIUI and the new firmware HyperOS. The manufacturer actively promotes its services, but not everyone likes the constant flow of content that prevents you from focusing on the main thing.

In this article, we’ll look at all the working ways to disable recommendations, from standard settings to hidden features that aren’t covered in the official documentation. You’ll learn how to remove weather, news, app ads, and even system hints that come with updates. The instructions are relevant for all modern models, from the Xiaomi 13 Pro to the budget Redmi Note 12.

Important: some methods require changes in system settings, and we will explain in detail which settings are safe and where you need to be careful not to disrupt the stability of the smartphone.

Why Xiaomi is showing recommendations on the desktop

MIUI (and its successor HyperOS) was originally designed to be monetized through advertising and promotion, and the main reasons for the recommendations are:

📱 Monetization model: Xiaomi earns from displaying ads in system applications, so recommendations are built into the firmware by default.
🌍 Regional features: In China and India, users see more advertising than in European firmware (EEA). But even in the "clean" versions. MIUI recommendations remain.
🔄 Software updates: After each major update (for example, transition from the MIUI 13 on MIUI 14) settings may be reset and the adverts returned.
📊 Personalization: The system analyzes your actions (installed applications, search queries) and adjusts recommendations to your preferences.

Interesting fact: Xiaomi claims that advertising helps keep smartphone prices low. However, users often prefer to pay a little more but get a clean system without the intrusive elements. Fortunately, most recommendations can be manually disabled.

📊 How often do you get annoyed by recommendations on the desktop?

Always getting nerves.

Sometimes they get in the way, but not critically.

Habitual, I'm not paying attention.

I don't have them (already turned off).

Method 1: Disconnection through launcher settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in system launcher options, which works on all versions of MIUI 12 and later, as well as on HyperOS:

Long press on the free desktop space → select Settings (cog icon).
Go to the Home Screen (or Desktop in new versions).
Find the Recommendation option (may be called Smart Recommendations or On-screen Content).
Turn off the sliders: 🔘 Show recommendations of the annexes 🔘 News and weather 🔘 Advertising banners (if any)

Save the changes and restart the launcher (or just return to the desktop).

Some firmware (e.g., the global version for the Redmi Note 11) may not have this partition, so move on to the next way.

Update. MIUI last-minute|Make a backup copy of the settings|Check the launcher version in Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI|Close all background applications-->

Method 2: Deactivation of system applications

Many recommendations are generated by standard Xiaomi applications, which can be disabled without root rights.

Annex	What shows	Can I turn it off?
Mi Video / Video / Video /	Advertising for films and TV series	Yes (no consequences)
Mi Browser/Browser	News banners	Yes (can be replaced with Chrome)
Security / Security / Security	Advertising at the Notification Center	Partially (only notifications are disabled)
Mi Home / Smart Home / Smart Home	Recommendations for Xiaomi devices	Yes (unless you use smart technology)
Themes/Themes	Banners with decoration	No (systemic, but rights can be limited)

To disable unnecessary applications:

Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
Select the app from the list above (such as Mi Video).
Click Disable (or Remove Updates if the Disable button is inactive).
Confirm the action. The app will disappear from the menu and stop showing ads.

Step-by-step:

Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Click 7 times on the MIUI Version (you will be notified "You've become a developer"). Return to Settings → Additional → Developer. Enable USB Debugging.

Connect your smartphone to your PC and confirm your trust in your computer.

Open the command prompt (or Terminal on macOS/Linux) in the ADB folder.

adb shell


pm hide com.miui.systemAdSolution

This command disables the main module responsible for displaying ads.

pm hide com.miui.miservice # Removes system prompts


pm hide com.xiaomi.midrop # Disables Mi Drop ads

adb reboot

What if the ADB can’t see the device?

1. Install drivers for your Xiaomi model from the official website (Support section). 2. Try another one. USB-cable (preferably original). 3. Enable the "Debugging by Debugging" option in the developer settings USB (Security settings)" and select "Always Allow from this computer. 4. Reboot both your smartphone and your computer. 5. If you use Windows, run the command prompt on behalf of the administrator.

Important: After resetting or updating MIUI, all changes are reset via ADB, and you have to repeat the procedure again.

Method 4: Installation of a third-party launcher

If you're tired of not only the recommendations, but also the MIUI interface itself, the best solution is to install an alternative launcher.

🏆 Nova Launcher – flexible setup, no advertising, gesture support.
🎨 Lawnchair is an open source, minimalist design, close to the “pure” Android.
🚀 Hyperion Launcher – optimized for gaming smartphones (e.g. Black Shark).
🌿 Before Launcher – Emphasis on Minimalism and Performance.

How to install and configure:

Download the launcher from Google Play.
After installation, click the Home button and select the new launcher as the main one.
In the launcher settings, disable all options related to recommendations or news feeds.
If you want, customize the appearance: icons, fonts, animations.

Advantages of third-party launchers:

✅ Complete lack of advertising and recommendations.
✅ Ability to hide unnecessary system applications.
✅ Support for dark theme and customization of the interface.
✅ Better performance on weak smartphones (like Redmi) 9A).

⚠️ Attention: Some functions MIUI (For example, Dual Apps or Game Mode may not work properly with third-party launchers. Check compatibility on forums before installing, 4PDA).

Method 5: Manual editing of system files (advanced only)

This method is suitable for those who are willing to risk system stability for the sake of removing recommendations completely, it requires root rights and knowledge of working with the Android file system.

What can be done:

Delete APK-System Applications Files Responsible for Advertising: /system/priv-app/Analytic/ /system/priv-app/MiuiDaemon/ /system/priv-app/SystemAdSolution/
Edit the file /system/build.prop, line-in: ro.miui.has_real_blur=1 ro.miui.has_handy_mode_sf=1 ro.miui.allow_all_signature=1 This disables some of the system checks.
Delete the recommendations cache files: /data/data/com.miui.home/shared_prefs/ /data/data/com.miui.systemAdSolution/

For these manipulations will need:

📱 Root access (for example, via Magisk).
🛠️ Root-enabled file manager (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
🔧 Backup of the system (required!).

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Before editing system files, make a full backup via TWRP or Swift Backup, which will allow you to restore your smartphone if something goes wrong.

The risks of this method:

🚨 Violation of system services (for example, push notifications).
🚨 Loss of warranty (if the smartphone is guaranteed).
🚨 Possible "brick" (turning into a "brick") with an error.

How to Prevent Recommended Recommended Recommended Recommended Recommended Recommended Recommended After Updates

Even after a successful ad disabling, it can return after a MIUI or HyperOS update.

Turn off automatic system update: Go to Settings → About Phone → System Update. Click on three dots in the upper right corner → Settings. Turn off Autoboot via Mobile Network and Auto Update.
Use Update Blocker: With ADB, disable the Update Service: pm hide com.android.updater or install the Disable Service app (requires root).
Check the launcher settings regularly: After each update, go to Launcher Settings → Home Screen and turn off recommendations again.

Install a patch through Magisk

Magisk has modules like MIUI Debloater or Universal Adblock that automatically block ads after updates.

If you do decide to upgrade, check the reviews of the new version of MIUI on the forums first, and users often share information about the return of ads and how to turn them off.

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MIUI updates often reset recommendations settings. Always back up before the update and be ready to re-apply the settings.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you try to disable recommendations, users often encounter problems, and here are the most common mistakes and solutions:

Problem.	Reason.	Decision
The launcher settings are not saved	Manufacturer restrictions on some firmware	Use it. ADB-team-launcher
After disabling applications, notifications stopped working	Security system application disabled	Turn it back on and turn off only the advertising modules.
ADB does not see the device	Drivers not installed or debugging not activated	Install Mi PC Suite and check the developer settings
Advertising returns after reboot	System process restores settings	Use the MIUI Optimizations Magisk Module
You can't turn off Themes or Security	These are critical system applications	Limit their rights through Settings → Apps → Permissions

If none of these methods worked, maybe your firmware has unique limitations.

🔍 Look for instructions for your model on 4PDA or XDA Developers.
📥 Try to reflash your smartphone on custom firmware (for example, LineageOS or Pixel Experience).
🛒 Buy a smartphone with a “clean” Android (like Google Pixel or Motorola).

FAQ: Answers to popular questions

Can I turn off recommendations without root rights?

Yes, in 90% of cases, standard launcher settings are enough or ADB-Root is only needed for deep editing of system files, which is risky and not necessary.

Why did the MIUI update come back?

Updates often reset user settings. This is done intentionally - Xiaomi is interested in showing ads. To avoid returning, disable automatic updates or use Magisk modules to block ads.

Is it safe to disable system applications through ADB?

Disabling most apps (such as Mi Video or Mi Browser) is safe, but do not touch services called com.android.* or com.miui.home, which can cause the system to fail.

How to turn off recommendations on POCO or Black Shark?

POCO and Black Shark are both based on MIUI/HyperOS, so all of the methods described are applicable. The only difference is that in POCO Launcher, the recommendation settings may be in a different section (e.g., POCO Labs).

What to do if none of the methods work?

If your Xiaomi model has a unique firmware (for example, for the Chinese market), try: Install a global version of MIUI through the Mi Flash Tool. Use a VPN with the EEA region (Europe) - in European firmware less advertising. Contact Xiaomi with a request to provide firmware without advertising (sometimes helps).