How to completely remove the side curtain on Xiaomi Redmi Note: from MIUI 12 to HyperOS

Side curtain notifications on smartphones Xiaomi Redmi Note – one of the most controversial elements of the interface MIUI/HyperOS. For some users, this is a convenient way to quickly access settings, for others it is an annoying element that accidentally activates when you touch the edge of the screen. 12 Pro+), where false positives occur more often.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to disable the sidebar, from standard settings to hidden functions through ADB and editing system files. Importantly, some methods require unlocking the bootloader or root rights, which can affect the warranty. We will specify the risks for each option and offer alternatives for users without technical skills.

If you're looking for a way to simply reduce the sensitivity of the side curtain (rather than remove it completely), go straight to the section on setting up the trigger zone. For those who want radical changes, read about disabling through ADB or modifying system files.

Why turn off the side curtain on the Redmi Note?

According to a survey of Xiaomi owners (2023), 38% of users have accidentally opened a sidebar during games or scrolling through social media feeds, the main reasons for turning it off:

• 🎮 Game mode: curtain interferes with dynamic games (PUBG, Genshin Impact, where touching the edges of the screen is part of the gameplay.
• 📱 False positives: on curved displays (Redmi Note 11 Pro)+, Note 12 Turbo – The sensor is often triggered by touching the palm of your hand.
• 🔄 The habit of a different interface: users who have switched from iOS or stock Android often find the sidebar redundant.
• 🛠️ Gesture conflict: on some firmware, the curtain blocks system gestures (for example, swiping back to the back of the curtain) MIUI 14).

Important: On Redmi Note 10/11/12 HyperOS (2026), the side curtain is integrated deeper into the system than in older versions of MIUI. This means that the standard shutdown through the settings may not work – additional steps will be required.

Method 1: Standard shutdown via MIUI/HyperOS settings

The most secure method, which works on most Redmi Note devices (except some HyperOS models), is suitable for users without root rights.

1. Open the Settings → Display.
2. Scroll down and select the Side Notifications Bar (on some firmware, the item is called Side Screen Gestures).
3. Translate the slider Insert the side panel in the off position.
4. Confirm the action if a warning system appears.

If you don’t have this option in your MIUI/HyperOS version, try an alternative way:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Special Opportunities.
2. Find the Gesture Management section and turn off the Sidebar.

Make sure you have the latest firmware version | Backup important data | Check if you are using sidebar features (such as quick notes) | Close all apps before changing settings-->

Limitations of the method:

• ❌ On the Redmi Note 12 with HyperOS, this item may not be available.
• ❌ Some firmware (e.g., global versions for Europe) hide this option.
• ❌ After updating the system, the settings may reset.

⚠️ Note: If after turning off the side curtain continues to appear when swiping from the left edge, check the navigation gesture settings in the System section. → Gestures. Sometimes there's a conflict between system and performance gestures.

Method 2: Disconnect via ADB (without root)

If the standard method didn’t work, you can disable the sidebar via Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which doesn’t require root rights, but requires a computer and enabled USB debugging.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on your phone: go to Settings → About Phone and tap the MIUI version 7 times.
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and activate Debugging over USB.
3. Connect your phone to your PC, install ADB drivers (you can download from the official Android website).
4. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and type:

adb devices

(Your device name should appear. If not, check the drivers and cable.)

adb shell settings put secure sysui_edge_light_enabled 0

After you complete the command, restart the phone. The side curtain should disappear.

How do you get the side curtain back?

adb shell settings put secure sysui_edge_light_enabled 1

⚠️ Attention: On the Redmi Note 11/12 HyperOS after use ADB You may reset the automatic screen rotation setting. → Display after reboot.

Method 3: Configure the activation zone (alternative to disconnect)

If you do not need to completely remove the sidebar, but only reduce the number of false positives, you can adjust the activation zone and sensitivity.

How to change the activation zone:

1. Go to Settings → Display → Sidebar notifications.
2. Select Setting the Operation Zone (or Sensitivity on New Firmware).
3. With the slider, reduce the width of the active zone to 10-15% from the edge of the screen.
4. Activate the option to ignore random touches (if any).

Additional settings for gamers:

• 🎮 Enable Game Mode in Settings and add games to the sidebar exception list.
• 🔧 Install a third-party app like Edge Gestures (Play Market) to reassign swipes around the edges.
• 🛡️ On the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ With a curved screen, try turning off edge sensitivity in Settings → Screen. → Additionally.

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If you play horizontally often, install Xiaomi’s Game Space app from GetApps. It allows you to completely disable side swipes while playing, even if the system settings do not allow it.

Method 4: Complete root removal (for advanced)

If you're willing to take drastic measures and you have root rights, you can completely uninstall the system application that controls the sidebar. This is irreversible -- back up before you do it!

Instructions:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or FX File Explorer).
2. Go to /system/priv-app/EdgeService/.
3. Delete or rename the EdgeService.apk file (e.g. in EdgeService.apk.bak).
4. Also delete the EdgeService.odex file if you have one.
5. Reboot the phone.

Alternative method (via Magisk):

1. Install the MagiskHide Props Config module.
2. Add a line to build.prop:

ro.miui.has_edge_light=0

1. Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: Removal of system APK It can cause a cyclic reboot if you delete dependent files. On the Redmi Note 12 with HyperOS, this method can break navigation gestures – check compatibility on forums (e.g., check for compatibility on the forums, 4PDA or XDA-Developers).

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Root removal is the most radical way, but it is guaranteed to remove the side curtain forever. Use it only if other methods have not worked and you understand the risks.

Method 5: Third-Party Apps to Block Swipes

If you don't want to dig into settings or use ADB, you can install third-party utilities that block swipes around the edges of the screen.

• 🛡️ Edge Gestures (Play Market) - allows you to reassign swipes from the edges of the screen to other actions or completely block them.

How to set up Edge Gestures:

1. Install an app from the Play Market.
2. Run it and grant permission to Special Opportunities.
3. Select Block Edge Swipes (Blocking Swips at the Edges).
4. Adjust the width of the blocked zone (recommended 10-15 mm from the edge).
5. Add exceptions for apps where swipes should work (like Chrome for the side menu).

Pros and cons of the method:

Problem Solving: What to do if nothing helps?

If none of these methods worked, check the following points:

• 🔧 Check conflicting apps: Some launchers (like Nova Launcher) or gesture customization utilities can block changes to system settings.

If the side curtain appears only in certain applications:

• 📱 In TikTok or Instagram, turn off system gestures in the app settings.
• 🎮 In games, use the built-in Game mode from Xiaomi.
• 🌐 In browsers (Chrome, Firefox) disable the side menu in the application settings.

⚠️ Note: On the Redmi Note 12 with HyperOS, after resetting, the sidebar control point in the Display menu may disappear. ADB (section 2) or install a third-party application.

FAQ: Frequent questions on the side curtain on the Redmi Note