How to change the notification curtain on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T: 5 ways to customize

Why the standard notification curtain on the Redmi Note 8T annoys users

The notification panel (or “curtain”) on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T is one of the most common sources of discontent among owners. Even after the MIUI 12/13/14 updates, many users complain about an uncomfortable design, too bright colors or lack of flexibility in settings. For example, in standard firmware, you can not change the transparency of the panel, remove unnecessary switches or add your own shortcuts.

But the problem isn't just aesthetics. On the Redmi Note 8T (model M1908C3XG), the curtain often hangs over a lot of notifications, and the opening animation is delayed. It's due to optimizing the MIUI shell for the budget Snapdragon 665 processor. Fortunately, there are ways to fix things, from simple tweaks to deep customization.

In this article, we’ll discuss 5 working methods to change the notification curtain on the Redmi Note 8T: including hidden MIUI features that Xiaomi doesn’t advertise in the official instructions, learn how to change color, add new controls, speed up animations, and even install an alternative panel from third-party developers.

Method 1: Change the theme through standard MIUI settings

The easiest way to change the look of the curtain is to use the built-in MIUI themes. The Redmi Note 8T has over 100 free themes that change not only the wallpaper, but also the design of the notification panel, icons and system menus.

How to do this:

1. Open the Themes app (the icon with a brush on your desktop).
2. Go to the For Me → Popular or Topics section.
3. Select your favorite theme and click Apply.
4. Wait for the download (a Wi-Fi connection may be required).

Not all themes change the curtain dramatically -- some only add accent colors. To find really unique options, use the filter: Topics → Categories → Notification Panel. It's got designs with transparency, gradients and even animations when you open.

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If the curtain is slowing down after changing the theme, try turning off animation in Settings → Special features → Remove animations. This will speed up the system by 15-20%.

Method 2: Manual editing of curtain elements (without root)

MIUI allows you to manually configure quick switches and notification order, but these options are hidden deep in the menu, for example, you can remove unnecessary shortcuts (like Read Mode or Traffic Saving) and add frequently used ones (such as Game Turbo or Dark Mode).

Instructions for setting:

• 📱 Open the notification curtain and tap the icon ⚙️ Settings (or Edit in the upper right corner).
• 🔄 In the section Order of Switches, drag and drop icons, holding them with your finger.
• ➖ To remove an unnecessary item, drag it to the Unused section.
• ➕ To add a new one, find it in the Additional list (such as Screen Recording or Driving Mode).

Note: You can’t add more than 12 switches to the Redmi Note 8T at a time, which is a MIUI limitation, and some features (such as NFC) may not be listed if they are disabled in the system settings.

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Method 3: Using Hidden MIUI Codes to Fine-Tune

Xiaomi hides some of its features behind engineering codes, such as turning on a transparent curtain, changing animation speeds, or even activating experimental features, which are important: these codes don’t work on all versions of MIUI, and they can cause malfunctions.

The most useful codes for the Redmi Note 8T:

How to enter codes:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the code as if you were dialing a number (without spaces).
3. If the code works, you will see a menu with settings.

Method 4: Install custom firmware (for advanced users)

If standard methods do not suit, you can install custom firmware like Pixel Experience, LineageOS or Xiaomi.EU. These firmwares offer:

• 🎨 Complete customization of the curtain (color, transparency, arrangement of elements).
• ⚡ Improved productivity (no unnecessary processes) MIUI).
• 🔄 Ability to remove ads and unnecessary services Xiaomi.

But there are downsides:

⚠️ Attention: Installing custom firmware resets all data and can result in a loss of warranty. on Redmi Note 8T This requires unlocking the bootloader, which takes up to 7 days (due to Xiaomi's policy), and there is a risk of "bricking" the phone if you install it incorrectly.

If you do, follow this algorithm:

1. Unlock bootloader through the official Xiaomi website (link).
2. Install TWRP Recovery (instruction for Redmi Note 8T: XDA Developers)
3. Download the firmware (for example, Xiaomi.EU for willow – codename Redmi Note 8T).
4. Sweat through TWRP by following the instructions for the selected firmware.

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Method 5: Third-party launchers and customization applications

If unlocking the bootloader seems too risky, you can use third-party apps that change the look of the curtain without root.The best options for the Redmi Note 8T are:

• 🎭 Nova Launcher + TeslaUnread – allows you to create custom notification panels with a widget of unread messages.
• 🖌️ Hex Installer – a utility for installing Magisk modules that change the design MIUI (for example, module MIUI Blur adds blur in curtain).
• 🔄 QuickSwitch – application for replacing fast switches (works through the ADB).

Example of settings through Nova Launcher:

1. Install Nova Launcher from Google Play.
2. Activate it as a default launcher.
3. Install the TeslaUnread widget and set up the notification display.
4. In the Nova settings, enable the option of Transparent Notification Panel.

Limitation: These methods do not change the system curtain itself, but only superimpose an alternative interface on top of it. Some functions (such as fast switches) may not work smoothly.

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Third-party launchers are the safest way to customize, but they don't replace the system curtain completely. Deep changes will require root or custom firmware.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When you change the notification curtain on the Redmi Note 8T, users experience typical errors.

If the phone starts to overheat or discharge quickly after the changes, check the background processes in Settings → Battery → Battery Use. Often the fault is with customization apps that run in the background.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions