How to remove bangs on Xiaomi: hide the notch in games, video and interface

Notch on the smartphone screen — the so-called “bang” — has become an integral part of the design of most modern Xiaomi devices, including the Redmi Note series, POCO and Mi. Although the manufacturer tries to minimize its size, many users prefer to completely hide this element, especially when watching videos, games or working with applications. Fortunately, in the firmware MIUI and through third-party tools, there are several ways to “hide the bangs” — from standard settings to advanced methods using ADB.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods for removing notch on Xiaomi, including hiding through system settings, applications like Nacho Notch, and manual editing of screen parameters. Separately, we will discuss the nuances for different models (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro or POCO F3) and warn about the possible risks from loss of functionality to problems with the sensor. If you want to make the screen visually whole without physical intervention, read further.

1. Hiding bangs through MIUI settings (no root)

The easiest and safest way to hide the notch is to use the built-in MIUI options.This method works on most Xiaomi devices with MIUI 10 and higher firmware, including Redmi 9, Mi 11 and POCO X3.

To activate the cover-up:

1. Open the Settings → Display.
2. Select Full-screen mode (on some models - Display style).
3. Activate the option to Hide the notch or Expand the screen.
4. Restart the device if the changes do not apply immediately.

Note that on some devices (e.g. Redmi Note 8 Pro), this option may be called Hide sensors or Full-screen mode for applications. If the item is not on the menu, then your model does not support software hiding bangs without additional manipulation.

2. applications for hiding bangs: Nacho Notch and analogues

If the built-in settings don't work, you can use third-party utilities. One of the most popular is Nacho Notch, an app that masks the notch with a black bar or darkens its area. The program works without root rights, but requires permission to overlay over other apps.

How to set up Nacho Notch:

• 📱 Install the app from Google Play (free version with ads).
• 🔧 Go to the app settings and select Notch Style – here you can choose the color of the masking (black, gray or transparent).
• 🎯 Turn on Auto Hide so that your bangs will be hidden automatically when you start games or videos.
• ⚙️ Set up exceptions for individual applications (for example, for camera or instant messengers).

Alternative annexes:

• Notch Hider is a simple tool with a minimalist interface.
• Full Screen Immersive Mode – expands the screen by hiding the system panels.
• Second Screen – creates a “second screen” without notching (requires Android 10+).

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If the screen starts to flicker after installing Nacho Notch, try turning off the “Hardware Acceleration” option in the app settings.

3. Hiding bangs through ADB (for experienced users)

For advanced users willing to work with ADB, there is a way to hide the notch at the system level. This method is suitable for devices where standard settings do not work, but require a computer connection and basic command line knowledge. On some models (for example, the POCO F2 Pro), this method can cause a sensor failure in the bangle area - be careful!

Step-by-step:

1. Enable USB Debugging in the Developer Settings (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version – Press 7 times, then return to Additional → For Developers).
2. Connect your smartphone to your PC and execute the command: adb shell settings put global force_fullscreen true
3. To reverse the changes, use: adb shell settings put global force_fullscreen false

This command causes the system to ignore the notch area, but can cause problems with status bar display or navigation gestures.Some devices (e.g. Redmi K40) will need to restart after applying the command.

Install Xiaomi drivers on PC| Enable debugging on USB| Download ADB Tools (platform-tools)| Make backup data| Check battery power (minimum 50%)

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4. Manual editing build.prop (root only)

If your device has root rights, you can edit the build.prop system file to disable banging, a method that is suitable for power users, as incorrect changes can lead to bootloop.

Instructions:

1. With a root-access file manager (such as Root Explorer), open the file /system/build.prop.
2. Add a line to the end of the file: qemu.hw.mainkeys=1
3. Save the changes and restart the device.

This line emulates the presence of physical navigation buttons, which can cause the system to ignore the notch area, but on newer models (such as the Xiaomi 12), this method often does not work due to hardware limitations.

5. Hiding bangs in games and video: separate settings

Many games and video players (e.g. PUBG Mobile, YouTube, Netflix) have their own settings to hide the notch, allowing you to expand the playing field or view area without changing system settings.

How to turn on:

In some games (such as Call of Duty: Mobile), the option of hiding the bangs may not be available due to engine limitations, in which case only the system solution (ADB or root) will help.

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The banging settings in games and videos are often reset after an app update. Check them after each update.

6 Problems and Risks: What Could Go Wrong

Despite its apparent simplicity, hiding bangs can cause a number of problems.

• 🚫 Loss of screen part: Some interface elements (such as battery or time indicators) may be hidden behind a black bar.
• 👆 Problems with the sensor: on devices with AMOLED-screens (e.g. Xiaomi) 11T Pro) the banging area may cease to respond to touch.
• 🔄 Failures after update: System updates often reset the concealment settings, and the procedure has to be repeated.
• 🛠️ Incompatibility with shells: on devices with custom firmware (for example, LineageOS) standard methods MIUI may not work.

⚠️ Note: On models with infrared sensors (e.g. Redmi) K30 Pro) Hiding the bangs can block the unlock function from the face. Before applying any changes, check if your device uses this sensor for biometrics.

If after hiding the bangs, the screen began to flicker or artifacts appeared, try:

1. Disable the option in the MIUI settings.
2. Remove third-party applications for disguise.
3. Reset the screen settings to factory settings (Settings → System → Resetting).

7. Alternative solutions: if nothing helps

If none of these methods worked, consider alternatives:

• 📺 Use of design themes: in Topics MIUI There are options with a dark status bar that visually masks bangs.
• 🔄 Change of launcher: Some launchers (like Nova Launcher) allow you to manually adjust screen indentations.
• 🛠️ Brush firmware: firmware like Pixel Experience or Havoc OS Often offer flexible screen settings, including hiding notches.
• 📱 Physical camouflage: there are protective glass with a black stripe in the bang area on the market (for example, for POCO X3 NFC).

If you decide to use custom firmware, remember: this cancels the warranty and requires unlocking the bootloader.The unlocking process on Xiaomi devices can take up to 72 hours due to company policy.

⚠️ Note: On devices with a subscreen front camera (for example, Xiaomi Mi Mix 4) software hiding bangs useless - notch there is physically, but the camera area can still be noticeable under certain lighting.

FAQ: Frequent questions about hiding bangs on Xiaomi