Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro is equipped with a built-in motion sensor that automatically counts steps through the system application Shagomer (or Mi Fitness in new versions of MIUI). For some users, this feature becomes a source of irritation: it consumes battery power, sends notifications and sometimes works incorrectly. In this article, we will analyze all possible ways to disable the pedometer, from standard settings to hidden developer parameters.
It is important to understand that Redmi 8 Pro uses a combined approach to counting steps: data can be collected through both Xiaomi’s own software and Google Fit services (if they are synchronized). So to completely disable the feature, you will need to check several sources. We tested all methods on MIUI 12.5-14 and identified the most effective ones.
Why does the pedometer work even after shutdown?
Many users complain that after turning off the pedometer in the settings, the step counter continues to update, the reason is due to multichannel synchronization:
- 📱 The com.miui.analytics system application (or com.xiaomi.hm.health) can automatically enable the feature after updates.
- 🔄 Google Fit receives data from Xiaomi sensors and duplicates them in its interface.
- 🔋 Optimization MIUI: Some firmware versions ignore manual shutdown due to "smart" energy savings.
To guarantee that it will deactivate, you'll have to combine methods, and let's start with the simplest one, the standard MIUI settings.
Method 1: Disconnecting through MIUI settings
The most obvious method is deactivation via the Settings menu, which is suitable for most users, but has a limitation: after the MIUI update, the pedometer can be activated again.
- Open the Settings app (cog icon).
- Go to the Appendix section → Application management.
- In the search box, type Shagomer (or Mi Fitness for newer versions).
- Select the app and click Disable (if the button is inactive, click Stop first).
- Confirm the action in the dialog window.
If there is no Disable item, then the application is system-based and blocked from uninstallation. In this case, proceed to Method 2.
☑️ Preparation for pedometer shutdown
Method 2: Delete the application data and cache
If the pedometer doesn't turn off the standard method, try resetting it, which will delete all the saved steps and can "reset" the settings.
- Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Stepmer.
- Press Warehouse.
- Select Clear Data and confirm.
- Then press Clear the cache.
- Reboot the phone.
After this procedure, the pedometer may temporarily stop working, but after 1-2 days, the MIUI will activate it again in the background.
What happens if you clear the pedometer data?
Method 3: Blocking access to sensors (for power users)
This method requires you to turn on the developer mode and change the hidden settings. It is suitable for MIUI 12.5 and later.
- Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Click 7 times on the MIUI Version until you become a developer!
Settings → Additional → For Developers
USB debugging
ADB
adb shell pm revoke com.miui.analytics android.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION
adb shell pm revoke com.xiaomi.hm.health android.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITIONThese commands revoke the pedometer applications' permission to access the motion sensors, and then restart the phone.
⚠️ Attention: Use ADB It can cause other functions to function unstable (such as gestures or automatically rotating the screen).If you notice a failure, return permissions with the adb shell pm grant command....
Method 4: Disable synchronization with Google Fit
If you use a Google account, data from the Xiaomi pedometer can be automatically transmitted to Google Fit.
- Open the Google Fit app (or go to fit.google.com).
- Click on the profile avatar → Settings.
- Select Connected Application Management.
- Find Mi Fitness or Stepmer and turn off sync.
It is also recommended that:
- 🔗 Disable autosynchronization in Google account: Settings → Accounts. → Google → Synchronization of the account → Physical activity.
- 📴 Remove the Google Fit app if you don’t use it.
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If the pedometer continues to work after disabling Google Fit, check the settings of the Mi Fitness application in the Profile → Settings → Data Synchronization section.
Comparison of pedometer disabling methods
To choose the best way, compare their effectiveness and risks:
| Method | Efficiency | Difficulty | Side effects | PC required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disconnection in MIUI settings | Low (may be switched on again) | Just | No. | No. |
| Cleaning the application data | Medium (temporary effect) | Just | Resetting statistics | No. |
| Locking sensors through ADB | Tall. | Hardly. | Possible gestural/autoturn failures | Yes. |
| Turning off Google Fit | Medium (for synchronization only) | Just | Data loss in Google Fit | No. |
For maximum effect, we recommend combining Method 3 (ADB) and Method 4 (Google Fit) to ensure that data collection is disabled both at the system and third-party service level.
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If the pedometer interferes but you don’t want to use ADB, try limiting the application’s background activity through Settings → Apps → Stepmer → Battery → Limit background activity.
Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
When disabling the pedometer, users often face typical problems:
- Stepmer is enabled after the MIUI update. Solution: Before updating, back up through Settings → Additional → Backup and after the update, repeat the disabling procedure.
- ADB-Solution: Make sure that debugging is on. USB Xiaomi drivers are installed on your PC. Use the original cable.
- Losing step data in other fitness apps Solution: Before disabling, export your history through Google Fit → Profile → Settings → Export data.
⚠️ Note: Some Redmi 8 Pro firmware (e.g. global version with the Redmi 8 Pro) MIUI 13) Mi Fitness is integrated into Mi Health, in which case, look for it in the list of system applications called com.mi.health.