The Xiaomi Mi 9 is one of the brand’s most popular smartphones, but its Do Not Disturb (DND) feature sometimes turns on accidentally or doesn’t work properly. Users are faced with notifications stopping coming, calls being blocked, and alert indicators going out. In this article, we’ll look at all possible ways to turn off mode, including hidden settings and emergency methods if the phone doesn’t respond to standard actions.
The Mi 9 features multiple versions of firmware (MIUI Global, MIUI China, custom builds) where menu items may differ, and we've taken these nuances into account and prepared generic instructions, and you'll learn how to configure exceptions for important contacts and applications so that the mode works flexibly, rather than blocking everything.
1. Standard method: through the notification panel
The fastest method is to use a notification curtain, which works if the smartphone screen is active and there are no major system failures.
- Swipe your finger down the screen to open the notification bar.
- Find the "Do Not Disturb" icon (usually a crossed bell or crescent) if it's not there, click on the "Management" or "Other" to turn all the buttons.
⚠️ Warning: If the icon is illuminated, but pressing does not help, then the mode is blocked according to the schedule or automation rules.
2. Disconnection through phone settings
If the notification bar doesn’t work, go to the basic MIUI settings. This method is guaranteed to work, even if the mode is on schedule.
- 📱 Open the Settings app (cog icon).
- 🔔 Go to the section Sound and vibration.
- 🛡️ Select the item Do not disturb.
- 🔘 At the top of the screen, move the slider to the "Off" position.».
In the same menu, you can configure exceptions:
- 📞 Calls – Allow calls from selected contacts.
- ⚡ Repeated calls – if one person calls twice within 3 minutes, the call will pass.
- 📨 Notifications – select applications whose alerts will be displayed.
Make sure the mode is not on schedule.
Check the automation rules in the “Security Settings”
Turn off mode in the notification panel (if available)
Restart your phone if nothing helps.-->
3. Quick shutdown with buttons
The Xiaomi Mi 9 has a hidden button combination to emergency disable Do Not Disturb mode**, which works even if the screen is locked or the system is suspended:
- Press the power button and the volume button at the same time for 5-10 seconds.
- Wait for the Reboot/Switch off menu to appear.
- Release the buttons – DND mode will reset automatically (on some firmware).
⚠️ Attention: MIUI 12+ This method may not work. In this case, use Quick Commands (section 5).
4. Verification of automation rules
Do Not Disturb mode can be activated automatically on a schedule or conditions (e.g. when connecting to Wi-Fi or at night) to fix this:
- 🤖 Go to Settings. → Memory and productivity → Battery. → Energy saving regime.
- 📅 Check the Automation section in Security Settings.
- ⏰ Remove all rules related to Do Not Disturb or Quiet Mode.
On MIUI 14, automation is moved to Google → Smart Home. Delete all DND scripts there.
| MIUI version | The path to automation | What do you do? |
|---|---|---|
| MIUI 10–11 | Settings → Additional → Automation | Remove the rules with "Do Not Disturb" |
| MIUI 12–13 | Security settings → Automation | Disable DND triggers |
| MIUI 14 | Google → Smart home. → Automation | Delete the silent mode scenarios |
5.Fast commands and voice assistant
If the screen doesn’t respond to touch, try voice commands or gestures:
- 🎤 Say, OK Google, turn off Do Not Disturb mode (you need voice assistant enabled).
- 👆 On the lock screen, swipe left-right (if the Double-touch gesture is enabled to wake up).
- 🔄 Use Quick Commands in Settings → Special facilities → Quick access.
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If the voice assistant does not respond, check if it is disabled in the settings of Google → Assistant settings.
6. Reset notification settings (last resort)
If none of these methods worked, you'll have to reset your notification settings, and it won't delete your data, but it will return all the alerts to factory settings:
- Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Reset Notification Settings.
- Confirm the action and restart the phone.
⚠️ Note: After reset, you will have to reconfigure notifications for each application (WhatsApp, Telegram, etc.).
What if the system is activated on its own?
7.Verification for viruses and conflicting applications
Sometimes, Do Not Disturb is activated due to malware or application conflicts.
- 🛡️ Install antivirus (Malwarebytes, Kaspersky) and scan the system.
- 📦 Go to Settings. → Apps and sort programs by installation date.
- 🔄 Restart your phone in Safe Mode (press the power button) → Restart in Safe Mode if the mode DND It will turn off – the fault of the third-party application.
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If the Do Not Disturb mode is enabled after installing a specific application (such as a cache cleaner or optimizer), remove it and use the built-in MIUI (Clean up in Security Settings) tools.