Many users who are switching from Apple devices to Android, or just want to refresh the interface of their Redmi Note 7, often wonder about the visual adaptation of the system. The control strip located at the bottom of the screen has become a recognizable element of the design of iOS, allowing you to quickly fold applications and switch between tasks. On Xiaomi smartphones with the shell of MIUI, the implementation of similar functionality is not only possible, but also built into the system by default, requiring only minimal settings in the menu.
Turning on this navigation element dramatically changes the ergonomics of smartphone use. Redmi Note 7, having a sufficiently large screen, benefits from the introduction of gesture control, as it frees up the usable area of the display and makes interaction with the interface smoother. Instead of the usual three buttons at the bottom of the screen, there is a thin strip that responds to swipes and taps, mimicking the behavior of the iPhone.
The activation process does not require superuser rights or third-party launchers to ensure system stability. All the necessary tools are already contained in the standard MIUI settings application. Next, we will detail each step necessary to turn your device’s navigation into an exact copy of the Apple interface, and also consider additional customization options.
Activation of full screen mode in MIUI
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7
Settings
Depending on the version of the firmware installed (Global, China or Russia), the path to the desired menu may vary slightly. This is usually optional or direct access via a search by settings. You need to find the option Full-screen mode, which is responsible for hiding buttons and the appearance of the control line.
- 📱 Open the menu Settings of your smartphone.
- 🔍 In the search bar, type the word “navigation” or “gestures” for quick access.
- ⚙️ Select Full Screen Mode in the Results List.
- ✅ Activate the switch opposite the option "Full screen mode with gestures".
Once this is enabled, the three buttons at the bottom of the screen will disappear, giving way to a thin horizontal line, which is the equivalent of an iPhone strip. However, to achieve maximum similarity and convenience, activation alone may not be enough – additional fine-tuning of sensitivity and behavior of the system will be required.
Setting up sensitivity and gesture behavior
Once the strip has been introduced, it's important to make sure it responds to touch as you expect, and the MIUI shell has the ability to adjust response speed and response area, especially for those who are used to the specific inertia of the iOS interface.
Go to the gesture settings menu, where the adjustment sliders are usually located, and you can change the speed of the transition animations and the rebound feelings when you return to your desktop. Correctly calibrating these settings will make using the Redmi Note 7 more enjoyable and similar to the original Apple devices.
⚠️ Warning: Do not set maximum animation speeds if you have power saving mode on.This can lead to visible twitching of the interface and fast battery discharge, as the processor will work in enhanced mode to render frames.
You also need to pay attention to the bar hiding feature in certain applications. Some programs, especially video players and games, can automatically hide the navigation element to expand visibility. You can manually add exceptions or, conversely, force the bar to be visible everywhere for constant visual control.
☑️ Checking the setting of gestures
Comparison of MIUI and iOS navigation
Despite the similarities, the logic behind gestures in MIUI and iOS has its own peculiarities, and understanding these differences will help you adapt more quickly and effectively to use the capabilities of your smartphone. Below is a table showing the main differences in the behavior of systems.
| Action. | Behavior in iOS (iPhone) | Behavior in MIUI (Xiaomi) |
|---|---|---|
| Home (Work table) | Short swipe up. | Short swipe up. |
| Multitasking | Swipe up and hold | Swipe up and hold |
| Switching applications | Swipe sideways down the bottom line | Swipe sideways down the bottom line |
| Search (Spotlight/Google) | Swipe downtown. | Swipe downtown. |
As you can see from the table, the basic principles are almost identical, which makes users feel comfortable after switching from one platform to another, but there are additional features in MIUI, such as one-handed control or special gestures for screenshots, which are not available in standard Apple firmware.
Importantly, in some versions of the firmware, Xiaomi allows you to adjust the direction of the swipe to go back. While the iPhone strictly adheres to the swipe from the edge of the screen, on the Redmi Note 7 you can configure the swipe return in any part of the screen, which is a unique feature of Android.
Hiding the strip in apps and games
Sometimes a thin black or white line can interfere with the perception of content in certain applications, overlapping important interface elements or simply distracting attention. MIUI Flexibly manage the visibility of the navigation element in running programs.
To set up, go to Settings -> Advanced Settings -> Full-screen Mode. Here you'll see a list of all the apps installed. There's a switch opposite each of them that forcibly hides or shows a bar.
- 🎮 Find your favorite video game or player on the list.
- 🚫 Turn off the strip display for maximum immersion.
- 📱 Leave it on for browsers and social media for easy navigation.
- 💾 Save the changes, the system will apply them instantly.
This feature is especially useful for Redmi Note 7 owners, as the screen of the device has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9, and in some older applications that are not optimized for such proportions, the strip can take up usable space or, conversely, remain invisible when needed.
What if the strip disappeared by itself?
Customization of appearance through topics
The standard strip in MIUI has a fixed design that may not be popular with everyone. Fortunately, the Xiaomi ecosystem offers a huge opportunity to change the look through the theme store. You can change the color, shape and even animation of the strip to make it as similar as iOS 16/17 or give it a unique style.
Open the Themes app and search for queries like “iOS gesture,” “iPhone bar,” or “full screen.” In the search results, you’ll find hundreds of design options that change not only wallpaper and icons, but also system elements, including the navigation bar.
When you install the theme, read the description carefully. Some themes only change icons, and strips require a specific style to work. Once you install the theme and reboot the device, you will see how the interface of your Redmi Note 7 has changed.
⚠️ Warning: When installing themes from third-party sources or even from an official store, always check permissions.Some themes may request access to contacts or location, which is not necessary to change design and may be a sign of insecure code.
Solving and resolving problems
Despite the stability of the system, users may experience situations where the strip is not working correctly, disappears or reacts with a delay, most often due to a lack of RAM or conflict of running background processes on the Redmi Note 7.
If you notice that swipes are no longer recognized, try clearing RAM by closing all background applications, and rebooting the device, which resets temporary caches of system services responsible for touch processing, is also an effective method.
In rarer cases, the problem may be that system files are damaged after a failed update, and resetting to factory settings will help, but make sure to back up all important data before you do so so you don’t lose contacts and photos.
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If the bar is too pale or transparent, check the theme settings. In some dark themes, the black bar on the black background can be almost invisible, change the wallpaper to lighter ones, or change the theme to the standard one for inspection.
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The full-screen control on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 completely replaces physical or on-screen buttons, providing a modern experience similar to Apple’s flagship smartphones, and significantly increases the usable screen area.