Modern smartphone users spend a huge amount of time in the MIUI interface, and the centerpiece of interaction is often the control panel, or as it is affectionately called, “curtain.” On the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro, this interface element has undergone changes with the release of new versions of Android and shells, which causes owners to want to customize the appearance or fix software glitches. The question of how to change the curtain can imply both a banal change of style to standard Android, and a deep modification of system files.
Owners of Redmi Note devices often face situations where the standard design stops working or starts to work incorrectly. Sometimes controls shift, brightness sliders disappear, and notifications stop grouping. In such cases, a simple reboot does not always help, and requires deeper intervention in system settings or using third-party software for personalization.
This guide covers all aspects of working with the notification panel, from basic settings in the menu to advanced methods through ADB and theme. We will discuss how to return the classic look, how to fix display bugs and what tools will help make the interface unique. It is important to understand that any changes to system files carry risks, so careful execution of instructions will be your main ally.
⚠️ Warning: Making changes to system files without backing up may result in unstable device performance or cyclical restarts.
Standard Control Panel settings in MIUI
Before you resort to sophisticated methods, it is worth exploring the possibilities that the shell itself provides. Depending on the version of MIUI (be it 12, 13 or 14 based on Android), the settings menu may differ, but the basic functionality remains similar.
To access the basics, you need to go to the phone's settings menu, and here we're interested in the notifications and status bar section. This is where the switch lurks, which divides users into two camps: those who prefer the good old-fashioned Android style, and those who like the proprietary design of MIUI with separate panels.
- 📱 Open the Settings app on the main screen.
- 🔔 Go to Notifications and Status Bar.
- 🔄 Find the Control Panel Style (or Notification Format»).
- ✅ Choose your preferred option: Classic or New.
The Classic style choice will bring the curtain back to its familiarity, where notifications and switches are on the same list, scrolled from top to bottom. The New option separates them: the swipe on the left shows notifications, and the swipe on the right opens the control center with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and sliders buttons, a fundamental change that many perceive as changing the curtain itself.
Removing visual bugs and resetting the interface
Sometimes users are looking for a way to change the curtain because the current one is flawed. On the Redmi Note 10 Pro, there may be glitches when the panel does not leave the end, ripples or does not respond to touch, in which case cleaning the cache of the system process responsible for the interface helps.
This procedure requires access to a hidden application menu. Don't be afraid if you don't see the right item right away, because by default many system applications are hidden from the user's eyes. You'll have to activate the system processes display in the settings to find the right component.
Settings → Applications → All applications → Menu (three dots) → Show systemOnce you activate the system process display, look for an application called System UI or System Interface on the list. When you go inside, select Memory and click Clear, which will reset temporary interface files, but will not delete your personal data or settings.
⚠️ Attention: After cleaning the System data UI The screen may blink or go out for a second – this is a normal reaction of the system to restart the interface.
If the problem was accumulated debris or cache conflict, the curtain should work correctly. If the visual artifacts are left, perhaps the problem is deeper and concerns a specific theme installed in the phone, in which case returning to the standard theme "Classic" often solves the problem.
Use of themes and third-party launchers
The safest and most popular way to dramatically change the look of a curtain is to install third-party themes through the Themes app. There are thousands of designs in the MIUI store that change icons, fonts and, most importantly, the design of the notification panel. Some themes mimic the iOS interface, others are pure Android, and still others offer a futuristic design.
However, not all themes work correctly on the Redmi Note 10 Pro due to differences in screen resolutions and Android versions.Be sure to read reviews from other users before installing. If the theme likes but the curtain is not displayed correctly, you can try using only interface components without affecting the system icons.
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An alternative method is to install third-party launchers like Nova Launcher or Microsoft Launcher.Although they primarily change the desktop, some have their own widgets or notification panel plugins that can overlap the standard MIUI curtain.This gives a huge amount of room for customization, but can consume more battery resources.
- 🎨 Go to the Topics app.
- 🔍 Type “Control Center” or “iOS style».
- ⬇️ Download your favorite topic and click Apply.
- 🔄 Restart the device to correctly display all elements.
Keep in mind that deep customization through themes can conflict with some system features, such as quick in-game settings. If you notice strange behavior after changing the theme, the best solution is to return to standard design.
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Before installing a new theme, take a screenshot of the current settings of the fast switches to manually restore their order.
Advanced configuration via ADB and system files
For users who are not afraid of the command line, there is a way to fine-tune the curtain through ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which allows you to change the parameters hidden from the average user in the settings menu, for example, you can force the number of columns in the quick settings panel or change the behavior of swipes.
To get started, you need to activate the developer mode. On the Redmi Note 10 Pro, this is done by seven times pressing the build number in the About section. Once activated, a new "Developers" item will appear in the menu, where you need to turn on "Debugging over USB."
| Parameter | ADB Team Team | Description of action |
|---|---|---|
| Control centre style | settings put secure qs_tile_layout 1 | Switching between old and new style |
| Number of tiles | settings put system qs_tiles_per_row 4 | Change the number of tiles in a row (requires rut) |
| Animation of the curtain | settings put global window_animation_scale 0.5 | Accelerating Opening/Closing Animation |
| Resetting UI settings | pm clear com.android.systemui | Complete cleaning of system interface data |
| Type size | settings put system font_scale 1.0 | Returning the scale of the font to the standard |
Using ADB commands requires connecting your smartphone to your computer and having a driver installed and platform tools installed. Errors in command input can lead to unpredictable system behavior, so copy the commands carefully, especially when it comes to commands affecting com.android.systemui.
⚠️ Note: Change system settings through ADB may violate the warranty or cause the inoperability of individual interface functions.
One popular request is to change the transparency of the curtain or background color. This cannot be done with standard MIUI tools, but you can implement overlays or change values in the settings databases through ADB if the device has an unlocked bootloader.
Modification of system files (root rights required)
The real code-level curtain replacement is only possible if you have Root rights and access to the system partition, and it's for advanced users who understand the risks (PNG, XML) system-wide APK-file SystemUI.apk.
To work, you will need a file manager with access to root files (for example, Root Explorer or Root Explorer). MT The path to the file usually looks like /system/product/overlay/framework-res.apk or is in /system/system_ext/priv-app/SystemUI/. The exact location depends on the firmware version on your Redmi Note. 10 Pro.
☑️ Preparation for modification of SystemUI
The process involves unpacking APKs, finding the right images (buttons, sliders, background), replacing them and reassembling them with a mandatory signature. If the file signature does not match the system signature, the phone will go to bootloop (cyclical reboot), which is why having a working backup and the ability to boot into Recovery is critical.
There are ready-made mods from the community of developers (e.g., the 4PDA or XDA forum) that already contain modified SystemUI files for specific versions of MIUI. Installing such a mod through Recovery is a safer option than manual editing, but the risk remains high. Always check the compatibility of the mod version with your firmware version.
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Modifying system files is the only way to get a unique design, but it requires Root rights and carries a high risk of system failure.
Frequent problems after changing the curtain and their solution
After installing a new theme or modifying the system, users often encounter artifacts. AMOLED-The screen is particularly noticeable problems with transparency: black background can become gray, or, conversely, white text becomes unreadable on a light background.
Another common problem is dead zones, where part of the curtain doesn't respond to touch, which is often when you set themes that aren't optimized for screen resolution or camera cutouts, and in these cases, resetting the theme settings or removing a newly installed module helps.
- 👻 Problem: The curtain opens with jerks.Solution: Reduce the number of widgets on the desktop and in the curtain.
- 🎨 Problem: Icon colors do not match the theme.Solution: In the Themes app, go to profile and re-apply the Icon and System components».
- 🔋 Problem: Increased battery consumption.Solution: Third-party launchers and heavy themes may consume resources; return the standard theme to check.
If you've been doing all the manipulations, don't panic, press the combination of the Volume+ buttons and Power to enter Recovery mode, and you can try a factory reset, which will delete all the data, but bring the phone back to life.
Remember that the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro is a powerful device, and its interface is flexible enough to satisfy most requests without a blade in system files. Often it is enough to correctly configure standard features to get the desired comfort.