How to Rename a Folder on Xiaomi’s Desktop: The Complete Guide

Modern Xiaomi smartphones, with their MIUI shells or the new HyperOS, allow users to create a convenient folder structure on the desktop for quick navigation. However, the standard name that the system assigns to a new folder automatically often does not reflect its content or simply looks unaesthetic. Users often wonder how to change this name to a more understandable one to instantly find the right applications or games.

Xiaomi’s renaming process is different from the usual logic of other operating systems, which can be confusing for beginners. In this article, we will detail an algorithm that will allow you to bring perfect order to the menu in just a few touches. You will learn to manage screen space efficiently using the built-in capabilities of the launcher.

You'll need to unlock the device screen and go to the main screen where the target folder is located. Make sure you're on the desktop, not inside the menu of all applications, because the algorithms in these areas may vary slightly depending on the firmware version.

Principles of working with folders in MIUI and HyperOS

Xiaomi shells have a unique interface logic that relies on long-term taps and swipes. Understanding how the system handles your touches will help avoid mistakes when trying to change the name of a group of applications. Unlike standard Android, there is a specific editing mode that is activated in a special way.

When you create a new folder, the system defaults on a name based on the category of applications inside it, like Tools or Social. But automatic classification isn't always accurate, and manual intervention is often necessary to create a structure that's understandable. The interface responds to your actions instantly if you follow the right sequence.

⚠️ Note: Attempting to rename system folders or standard groups reserved by the manufacturer may be restricted by access rights.

Importantly, in recent versions of HyperOS, the visual style of folders has changed to become more minimalistic, but the functionality has remained the same. Whether you use the old Redmi Note or the flagship Xiaomi 14, the basic principles of navigation are preserved.

Step-by-step instructions for renaming the folder

To change the folder name, first find it on your desktop and tap it to open the contents. Don't press too long, otherwise you'll activate the vibrating and moving icons mode, which we don't need right now. Just a simple short tap, like when you start an application, but inside the open folder.

Once the folder has opened and you see all the icons embedded in it, look at the top of the window that appears. Where the current folder name is written, you need to make another touch, which is the second step that users often miss when trying to find the Edit button in the phone's settings menu.

Once you touch the title, it becomes an active input field, and the keyboard appears on the screen, type the desired name using Cyrillic or Latin, and confirm the action by clicking on the tick or the "Done" button on the screen, and then the folder on the desktop immediately updates and displays the new name.

Alternative methods through the editing menu

There is another way to change the name, which may be more common for those who often move icons, by clicking on the empty desktop space and holding your finger until the edit menu appears, or using two-finger "tweak" mode.

Some firmware versions may have a pop-up context menu when you press the folder for a long time (when it is closed). If there is a "Rename" item or a pencil icon on the menu, you can use it. However, this functionality is less common and depends on the specific modification of the launcher.

If standard methods don't work, you can try to delete the folder by dragging all the apps out of it, and then create a new one with the right name, which is an extreme measure, but it ensures that you get a clean structure without system display errors, which is useful if the interface is starting to work unstable.

Features of the organization of space on Xiaomi

Effective desktop management is not just about renaming, it's also about grouping together. Xiaomi allows you to put folders into each other, creating a layered structure, although that can slow down access to applications. Better to use a flat structure with clear names that you just learned to create.

Use short, capacious titles to be fully displayed under the icon on the screen. Long titles can be cut with an ellipsis, which will reduce the efficiency of your navigation system. The optimal length is 10-12 characters, which allows you to see the essence of the content.

Grouping by icon colors or frequency of use is also a popular strategy among Xiaomi owners: You can create a Daily folder for frequently used apps and give it a bright name.

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Use emoji in folder names for quick visual identification, such as «🎮 Games" or «💼 Work».

Addressing common problems

Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the input field does not appear or the keyboard does not pop up, this may be due to a temporary failure in the system process com.android.launcher. In this case, try to close all open applications and try again in a couple of minutes.

If the persists problem may have a third-party launcher installed that intercepts desktop control. Check the default settings in Settings → Applications → Application Management → Launcher. Make sure you use Xiaomi's standard system launcher.

⚠️ Warning: Installing third-party launchers can lead to conflicts with system gestures and widgets MIUI. If you are not a user, it is better to stay on the standard interface.

In rare cases, the bug may be associated with a crowded system cache. Cleaning the cache through the recovery menu or standard memory cleaners can restore full renaming functionality. Regular maintenance of the smartphone prevents many such minor inconveniences.

Additional Customization Opportunities

Beyond renaming, Xiaomi's shell offers a variety of ways to personalize the look of folders, so you can resize them to make them bigger squares that hold more icons, or change the display style to classic. All of these settings are available in the desktop editing menu.

To access advanced settings, go to Settings → Desktop, where you can adjust your app grid, disable icon signatures, or change the animation of opening folders. Deep settings allow you to tailor your phone to any visual preference.

The use of themes also affects the way folders are viewed. Some themes completely change the icons and backgrounds of folders, making them transparent or voluminous. If you're tired of the standard look, go to the Themes app and search the directory.

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Comprehensive customization of the desktop includes not only renaming, but also changing the size, style and theme of the design for maximum comfort.

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