How to create a folder on the desktop Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro: 3 working methods + mistake-making

Managing the desktop on Xiaomi smartphones is a challenge every user faces.The Redmi 8 Pro model, released in 2019, runs on a shell. MIUI, It offers flexible interface settings, but not all owners know how to organize screen space effectively, especially when it comes to creating folders for applications. This feature allows you to group icons into categories (social networks, games, utilities), freeing up space and simplifying navigation.

In this article, we will discuss all the available ways to create folders on Redmi. 8 Pro, including the standard method through gestures, alternative via settings MIUI, And also, you know, solving typical problems (for example, when a folder doesn't create or disappears after a reboot). MIUI 10/11/12 — This is important because the interface of the shell has changed over time.

If you've just purchased a Redmi 8 Pro or upgraded your firmware, this guide will help you avoid common errors, such as many users trying to create a folder by holding an app icon, but forgetting about the extra menu that comes with a long press, and we'll show you how to do it right the first time.

1. Standard method: creating a folder through drag and drop

The simplest method is drag-and-drop gestures, which works on all versions. MIUI, including the ones on the Redmi 8 Pro out of the box:

1. Unlock your smartphone and go to the main screen (desktop).

2. Find two app icons you want to merge into a folder, like WhatsApp and Telegram.

3. Hold one of the icons (such as WhatsApp) for 1-2 seconds until it “sticks” off the screen and vibrations appear.

4. Without letting go of your finger, drag the icon to the second (for example, on Telegram).

5 Once the icons are in touch, a new folder with an automatically generated name (e.g., “Unused”) will appear on the screen.

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Warning: If you don't create a folder after dragging and drop, check if Child Mode or Easy Mode in Xiaomi settings are activated. These modes limit desktop functionality.

By default, the folder gets a name based on the category of applications (for example, "Social Networks" or "Games"), to rename it:

1. Tap the folder once to open it.
2. Put your name on the current one (it will be illuminated).
3. Enter a new name (such as "Messenger") and click Ready.

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2. Alternative method: via MIUI settings

If the standard method doesn't work (for example, because of a firmware bug), you can create a folder through the desktop settings menu.

1. Press and hold the empty space on your desktop (not the icon!) until the context menu appears.

2. Select Screen Settings (or Desktop Settings in older versions) MIUI).

3. Go to the folder management section (in some firmware it is called Application Grouping).

4. Click Create a new folder and select apps from the list.

This is useful if you need to create a folder in advance without dragging and drop icons, for example, to plan the structure of the desktop.

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Attention: B MIUI 12.5+ There may be no folder management section, in which case use the standard method or update the firmware to the latest version.

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3. Create a folder through a launcher from a third-party developer

If standard methods don't work (for example, due to a firmware failure), you can use an alternative launcher.

• 📱 Nova Launcher – Supports flexible folder configuration, including resizing and style.
• 🎨 Apex Launcher – allows you to create folders with gestures and customize their appearance.
• ⚡ Microsoft Launcher – integrates with Microsoft account and offers a smart grouping of applications.

To install a third-party launcher:

1. Download an app from Google Play (like Nova Launcher).
2. After installation, click Home and select a new launcher as your primary.
3. Create a folder with a long click on the icon (similar to the standard method, but with advanced options).

✅ Advantages of Third-Party Launchers:

• 🔧 More folder appearance settings (color, transparency, animations).
• 📂 Ability to create folders inside folders (nesting).
• 🔄 Automatic sorting of applications by category.

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Note: Some functions are disabled when using third-party launchers MIUI, For example, embedded gestures or weather widgets. Before installing, back up your desktop settings through Settings. → Additionally. → Backup.

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If the unlock animation disappears after installing the launcher, return the standard launcher via Settings. → Annexes → By default. → Launcher.

4. Why you can’t create a folder: common mistakes

Sometimes Redmi 8 Pro users have problems creating folders, and here are the most common reasons and solutions:

🔹 The folder is not created when dragging.

• 📵 Check if the child mode is enabled (Settings) → Special facilities → Regime for children).
• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone – sometimes helps with temporary crashes MIUI.
• 📥 Update your firmware to the latest version through Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.

🔹 The folder disappears after rebooting

• 🗄️ This may be due to damage to the launcher's cache data.Clear the cache through Settings → Annexes → Application management → Launcher → Clear the cache.
• 🔧 If the problem recurs, reset the launcher settings: Settings → Annexes → Launcher → Warehouse → Reset the settings.

🔹 You can't rename the folder.

• 📝 Make sure the folder is not empty – add at least one app to it.
• 🌐 Check language settings: some characters (e.g. emojis) may not be supported in titles.

🔹 The folder does not open when pressed

• 👆 Maybe the touch screen doesn't recognize touch correctly. Try pressing the other part of your finger or using a stylus.
• 🛠️ If the problem persists, test the sensor using ##6484## (touch screen test).

5. How to manage folders: add, delete, sort

It's half the job of creating a folder. It's important to be able to manage it: add/delete applications, change the display order, etc. Here are the key actions:

📁 Adding applications to the folder

• 📲 Drag the app icon onto the folder and hold it until it lights up.
• 🔍 Or open the folder, click Add (Icon "+") and select applications from the list.

🗑️ Removing applications from the folder

• 📱 Open the folder, hold the app icon and drag it outside the folder.
• 🚫 Or click on the icon, select Remove from the folder (in some launchers).

🔄 Sorting applications in a folder

• 📊 In the standard launcher. MIUI And the apps are sorted automatically alphabetically, so to change the order, hold the icon and drag it to the right place.
• 🎯 In Nova Launcher, you can enable manual sorting in the folder settings.

🗑️ Deletion of the folder

• 📂 Drag all applications from the folder to the desktop.
• 🗑️ The empty folder will be deleted automatically.
• 🔧 Or hold the folder, select Delete (in some versions) MIUI).

💡 Tip: To quickly find the application in the folder, start typing its name on the keyboard — MIUI automatically scroll the list to the desired point.

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Folders in MIUI If you delete the last application from the folder, it disappears from the desktop.

6. Desktop Optimization: Tips for Organizing Folders

Folders not only save space, but also make smartphone usage more convenient. Here are some recommendations for the Redmi 8 Pro:

📂 Category grouping

• 🎮 Games: Unite PUBG Mobile, Call of Duty, Brawl Stars.
• 📧 Social media: VK, Instagram, TikTok.
• 📷 Photo/video: Gallery, Camera, Google Photos.
• 💰 Finance: SberBank Online, Tinkoff, Yandex.Money.

🎨 Color accents

• 🌈 In Nova Launcher, you can assign folders different colors (for example, green for messengers, blue for social networks).
• 📌 Use folder icons with emojis for visual recognition (for example, 🎵 music, 📺 video).

🔍 Search and quick access

• 🔎 V MIUI have built-in search by app – swipe down the desktop and type in the name.
• ⚡ Add the most used folders to the dock panel (bottom of the screen) for quick access.

📊 Usage statistics

• 📈 Check which apps you use more often through Settings → Battery and productivity → Battery use, which will help optimize the grouping.
• 🗓️ Remove folders with rarely used applications (such as Tools) to avoid cluttering the screen.

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Warning: Don’t create too many folders on one screen, which can slow down the animations of switching between desktops. Optimal number: 4-6 folders per screen.

Video instructions and supplementary materials

If the text instructions seem complicated, check out the video guide to creating folders on Redmi 8 Pro:

📺 Video from Xiaomi:

• 🎥 Official tutorial on MIUI 12 (in English, but with visual demonstration).
• 🎥 Guide to Nova Launcher for Xiaomi (in Russian).

📖 Useful articles:

• 📄 Official documentation on MIUI 12 (Section "Working with folders").
• 📄 Discussion of bugs with folders on 4PDA (Xiaomi user forum).

📎 Download files:

• 📁 Icon templates for folders (PNG, 128x128 px).
• 📄 Checklist for optimizing the desktop (PDF).

💬 If you still have questions about setting up folders, ask them in the comments - we will supplement the article with relevant information!

FAQ: Frequent questions about folders on Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro