How to change the menu on the TV Xiaomi: all the ways and instructions

Xiaomi’s TV menus (Mi TV, Redmi TV, Xiaomi TV A) are built on Android TV or PatchWall, giving users the flexibility to customize the interface. However, not everyone knows that menus can not only be customized but also completely reset, upgrade or even replace with alternative firmware. In this article, we will discuss all the available ways to change the menu, from basic customization to deep technical interventions.

It’s important to understand that the term “change menus” can mean different things: adjusting the layout of items, resetting to factory parameters, updating the firmware or even installing a custom launcher. We’ll look at each option with the specifics of Xiaomi TVs from 2018-2026. If your model is older, some methods may not work – check compatibility in the official documentation.

1. Basic menu setting without resetting

Before you resort to radical measures, try to adapt the current menu to suit yourself. PatchWall shell (installed on most Xiaomi models) allows you to:

  • 📌 Move the app icons on the home screen (hold the button) OK remote).
  • 🔄 Change the order of tabs in the top menu (for example, "Recommendations", "Applications», «TV»).
  • 🖼️ Set up background wallpaper through Settings → Screen and sound → Wallpaper.
  • 🔕 Hide unnecessary system applications (such as Mi Home or Game Center).

To hide applications:

  1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
  2. Select an unneeded app (like Netflix if you don’t use it).
  3. Click Disable or Hide (not available on all models).

If the menu changes have slowed down, try clearing the cache:

Settings → Memory → Cache Cleanup → Select “System Data”

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On Android TV 11+ models (such as the Xiaomi TV Q2 2023), you can install a third-party launcher from Google Play, such as the ATV Launcher or HalLauncher. This will completely replace the standard menu, but can disrupt the remote control.

2. Reset menu to factory settings

If the menu is getting stuck, slowing or displaying incorrectly, a soft reset (without deleting user data) or a full reset (with deleting all settings and applications) will help.

Type of dischargeWhat's removedWhen to applyImplementation time
Soft dischargeMenu settings, app cacheMenu slows down, but apps work2-5 minutes
Resetting settingsAll personal settings (Wi-Fi, accounts, wallpaper)Incorrect display of menu elements5-10 minutes
Full reset (Hard Reset)Everything, including apps and dataCritical errors, hanging on the logo10-15 minutes

For soft discharge:

  1. Go to Settings → Device → Reset and Recovery.
  2. Select Reset menu settings (name may vary).
  3. Confirm the action with the code 1234 (by default) or your PIN-code.

For full discharge:

  1. Open Settings → Device → Reset and Recovery → Complete Reset.
  2. Choose to Remove Everything (including Apps)
  3. Wait for the reboot (the TV will turn on with the factory menu).

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After a complete reset, Xiaomi TV can request a re-assignment to your Mi Account. If you forget your login details, use the password recovery on account.xiaomi.com.

📊 How often do you reset your TV settings?
Once a year.
Only when it's broken.
Never dropped it.
I don't know how to do that.

3. firmware update to change menu

The manufacturer regularly releases updates for Xiaomi TVs that can radically change the structure of the menu, for example, in PatchWall 4.0 firmware (2023), a new tab Gaming was introduced, and in Android TV 12 – an adaptive menu with support for a dark theme.

  • 🔄 Automatically: Settings → On TV. → Updating the system → Check for updates.
  • 📥 Manual: Download the firmware from the official Xiaomi Support website and install through Settings → On TV. → Update through USB.
  • ⚡ Through ADB: For experienced users (requires a PC and debugging bridge).

Before you update, check:

Save the list of installed applications (screenshot or export)

Connect the TV to the UPS (power failure during the update is dangerous)

Download firmware ONLY for your model (e.g. Xiaomi TV P1 55)

Shut down. VPN (It can block update servers)-->

If the menu is in English or another language after the update, change it to Settings → Language and Region → System Language. The default language on the models for the European market (Xiaomi TV EA) can be Polish or German.

What to do if the update is suspended?
If the TV is stuck on the screen with the Xiaomi logo or progress bar for more than 30 minutes: 1. Turn off the TV with the power button on the case (hold 10 seconds). 2. Re-enable and wait for recovery (may take up to 15 minutes). 3. If it does not help, reset through the recovery mode (see section 5).

Installation of custom menu (launcher)

If you don’t like the standard PatchWall menu, you can replace it with an alternative launcher, which is only suitable for Android TVs (e.g. Xiaomi Mi TV 4S, Redmi Smart TV X).

  1. Enable Developer Mode: Settings → About TV → Click 7 times on “Build Number”
  2. Activate debugging over USB: Settings → Device → Developer settings → Debugging over USB
  3. Install the launcher via Google Play (e.g. ATV Launcher, HalLauncher) or with ADB: adb install launcher.apk
  4. Launch a new launcher and select it as the main one in Settings → Applications → Default Launcher.

On TVs with an Amlogic processor (such as the Xiaomi TV A2 43), third-party launchers may not work smoothly – check compatibility on the 4PDA or XDA Developers forums.

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To return to the standard PatchWall menu, disable the third-party launcher in the settings or reset (Section 2).

5. Reset menu through recovery mode (Recovery Mode)

If the TV is not on or the menu is completely unavailable, the recovery mode will help, and this method will reset all settings, including the menu, to factory state.

  1. Turn off the TV with a button on the body.
  2. Press on the Menu + Volume Down remote (or Home + Back on some models).
  3. Holding the buttons, turn on the TV with the power button on the case.
  4. Release the buttons when the Xiaomi logo with an exclamation point appears.
  5. From the recovery menu, select Wipe data/factory reset (Management – volume buttons, confirmation – OK).
  6. After reset, select Reboot system now.

Xiaomi TVs 2020-2026 in recovery mode may require input PIN-By default, it's 0000, 1234 or the last lock code used.

What happens if the Recovery Mode does not open?
If the button combination does not work: 1. Check the TV model - on Redmi TV X and the new Xiaomi TV Q, another combination is used: Home + Volume Up. 2. Try connecting the keyboard via USB and using the Esc + Del. 3 keys. On models with Android TV 12+, the recovery mode can be blocked - official service is required.

6 Solving problems after changing menu

After a reset or upgrade, you may experience typical problems, and here's how to fix them:

Problem.Reason.Decision
Menu in EnglishReset to factory settingsChange the language in Settings → Language & Region
No sound on the menu.Resetting the sound settingsCheck the settings → Sound → System sounds
The remote is down.Conflict after updateReconnect the remote: Settings → DU remote → Reset the connection.
Black screen after resetFirmware errorReset with Recovery Mode (Section 5)

If you lose apps (such as YouTube or Prime Video) after changing the menu, install them again via Google Play. APK-file.

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On Xiaomi TV ES and later, after a reset, you may need to re-activate licensed services (such as Netflix 4K). To do this, go to Settings → Accounts and Security → DRM-info and update the data.

7. Alternative ways to manage the menu

If standard methods don’t help, consider alternatives:

  • 🎮 Gaming Pad: Connect Xiaomi Game Controller or Sony DualSense over Bluetooth for navigation.
  • 🖱️ Mouse and keyboard: USB Bluetooth mouse makes it easier to work with the menu (especially after installing a custom launcher).
  • 📱 Mi Remote app: Install the official app on your smartphone to control your TV.
  • 🔧 ADB-commands: For experienced users, manage menus via computer (e.g., adb shell am start command) -n com.android.tv.settings/.MainSettings open up).

On TVs with Google Assistant (such as Xiaomi Mi TV Q1), you can control the voice menu.

Okay Google, open the TV settings.

or

Okay, Google, show the apps.

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If the remote is lost, use universal remotes (such as Xiaomi Mi Remote Bluetooth) or applications like Unified Remote to control via your smartphone.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the menu on Xiaomi TV

Can I return the old menu after the update?
No, it is officially impossible to roll back firmware on Xiaomi TVs. However, you can: Install a custom launcher (section 4). Disable updates in Settings → About TV → Auto Update. Contact Xiaomi support and request a rollback (sometimes helps for new models during the warranty period).
Why do you want to reset the menu in Chinese?
This is a typical problem for TVs bought in China (prefix models). CN To change the language: Go to (Settings) → (Language) → (Add a language. Choose English or Russian (if available). If there is no Russian, install it via More Locales 2 (developer rights required). TV X55) After the reset, you may need to re-link to your Chinese Mi Account.
How to remove ads from the PatchWall menu?
PatchWall displays recommendations and ads on the home screen to reduce the number of ads: Turn off personalization: Settings → Accounts and security → Personalization of recommendations → Turn off. Hide unnecessary tabs (like Shopping or Live TV) through menu settings. Install a third-party launcher (section 4). Completely remove ads only through modified firmware, but this violates the warranty.
The TV doesn't respond to the remote after the menu is reset.
The problem arises from resetting the connection between the remote and the TV. Solutions: Reconnect the remote: Settings → Remote → Add the remote. Remove the batteries from the remote for 30 seconds, then insert back. Use the buttons on the TV body to navigate the menu. If the Bluetooth remote, reset the connection: pinch Home + Back for 10 seconds. On Xiaomi TV A Pro models, you may need to update the remote firmware via Mi Home.
Can I change the menu on Xiaomi TV without a remote?
Yes, there are several ways: Use buttons on the TV body (Menu, Volume, Power). USB-keyboard or mouse, control via a smartphone with Mi Remote or Google TV. For experienced users: connect to the ADB If the buttons on the body don't work, check the power supply, the TV may be in protective mode.