How to remove the man in the lower right corner of the screen on Xiaomi Redmi: all working methods

Many Xiaomi Redmi smartphone owners encounter a mysterious little man in the lower right corner of the screen, a small icon that appears and disappears, interfering with navigation. This can be a virtual button of the Google assistant, a floating element of the MIUI interface, or even a consequence of the installed software from third parties. Depending on the model (Redmi Note 10, Redmi 9, POCO X3, etc.) and the version of MIUI (12, 13, 14 or HyperOS), the ways to remove this element vary.

Compounding the problem, Xiaomi often hides or doesn’t document settings to turn off features in deep menus. Some users mistake this icon for a virus or spyware, even though it’s a legitimate feature of the system in 90% of cases. In this article, we’ll look at all the possible causes of the little guy and provide 5 proven methods for removing it, from standard settings to advanced ADB solutions.

If you notice that the icon only appears in certain applications (for example, in YouTube or Chrome), the problem may lie in the settings of a particular software. If the person hangs over all windows, it is a system element, and its removal will require more profound intervention.

1. What kind of man is this: understand the nature of the icon

Before you delete the icon, it is important to understand what it is. In Xiaomi Redmi smartphones, three types of icons can appear in the lower right corner:

🔹 The Google Assistant button appears after a Google service update or a voice assistant is activated, usually a round icon with the Google logo or a human silhouette.

🔹 Floating panel MIUI — An interface element that Xiaomi adds for quick access to features (like screen recording or notes) can look like a person with a raised hand.

🔹 Third-party software – some applications (such as Xiaomi Community, Mi Browser or games) add their floating buttons, which are difficult to distinguish from the system.

To accurately identify the source, perform a simple test:

2. Method 1: Disconnect via Google Assistant settings

If the little guy appears as a round button with the Google logo, it means that the Google Assistant is activated, and its floating icon can interfere, especially if you do not use voice commands.

To get her out:

If this is not the case, try an alternative route:

1. Press the Home button (or swipe from the corner of the screen to the center if you have gesture navigation).
2. In the Google Assistant window that opens, tap on the profile icon (in the upper right corner).

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI (for example, MIUI 13 for Redmi Note 10 Pro) the option to disable the floating Assistant button can be hidden, in which case only updates to Google services or resets the app will help.

Method 2: Removal of the MIUI floating panel

If the little guy looks like a stylized figure with his hand up, this is a floating MIUI panel that comes up after the system update, and it's designed to give you quick access to:

• 📝 Notes (Appendix Mi Notes)
• 🎥 Screen recordings
• 🔍 Phone search.
• 📱 One-hand mode.

To turn it off:

1. Go to Settings. → Special facilities.
2. Select the Floating Menu (or Quick Access Menu in newer versions of MIUI).
3. Turn off the slider Show the floating menu.

If there is no point, try another way:

1. Open Settings → System and device → More
2. Find the Floating Panel or Quick Tools.
3. Turn off all options related to floating elements.

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If the MIUI floating panel does not turn off through settings, try clearing the System Interface app cache (Settings → Applications → Management → System Interface → Clear the cache).

Method 3: Removal via ADB (for power users)

If standard methods don't work, you can use ADB debugging. This is a good way to remove system floating elements that don't turn off via the menu.

This will require:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times tap to unlock Developer Settings, then turn on Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 USB Type C C Cable (Original or High Quality).

Instructions:

1. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command line (Win + R → enter cmd).
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. To turn off the MIUI floating panel, run: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.floatingfeature Or for Google Assistant: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox
5. Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Note: Adb uninstall and pm disable-user commands may cause some functions (such as voice search or screen recording) to fail.Be sure to back up through Settings before executing. → Additionally. → Backup.

5. Method 4: Reset application settings (if an icon from third-party software)

If the person only appears in certain applications (for example, in Mi Browser, Xiaomi Community or games), the problem lies in the settings of the specific software, often these icons are added after updates or installing additional modules.

To get her out:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the app that has the icon (such as Mi Browser).
3. Slip the Warehouse → Clear the data and Clear the cache.
4. If this doesn’t help, remove the app updates (button) ⋮ → Remove updates).

Some applications (such as Xiaomi Community) may require complete removal and reinstallation:

1. Remove the application through Settings → Apps.
2. Download the latest version from Google Play or APKMirror.
3. When you first start, refuse all floating window permits.

If the icon appears in games (such as PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact), check the game settings:

• 🎮 Open the game settings → Interface.
• 🔘 Look for options like Floating buttons or Game Assistant.
• 🚫 Turn off all unnecessary overlays.

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Resetting an application settings is the safest method if the problem is in third-party software. It does not affect system files and does not require root rights.

Method 5: Manual removal via Safe Mode (if it is a virus)

In rare cases, a human floating around can be caused by a virus or malware, especially if you've been installing applications from unverified sources.

🔍 Step 1: Launch your phone in Safe Mode):

1. Press the power button before the turn off menu appears.
2. Confirm the transition to Safe Mode.

🔍 Step 2: Check for the icon:

• If the man is not there, the problem is in one of the installed applications.
• If left, it is a system element or a deeply integrated virus.

🔍 Step 3: Remove suspicious apps:

1. Go to Settings → Applications.
2. Sort the list by installation date (⋮ → Sorting → Time of installation).
3. Remove any suspicious or unfamiliar programs.

🔍 Step 4: Check your phone with antivirus:

⚠️ Note: If the icon has disappeared in Safe Mode, but after a normal download it appears again, this means that the virus or malware starts automatically. → The phone. → Resetting settings).

7. Additional tips and frequent mistakes

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

❌ Mistake 1: The Wrong Version MIUI

Some features (like a floating panel) may be called differently depending on the firmware version. On MIUI 14 and HyperOS, the path to settings may differ from MIUI 12. Always check the official documentation for your model.

❌ Mistake 2: Conflict with the shell

If you use third-party launchers (like Nova Launcher or Apex Launcher), the floating MIUI elements may not display correctly. Try temporarily returning the standard launcher (Settings → Applications → Default → Launcher).

❌ Error 3: Incomplete removal through ADB

If the icon is left after the adb uninstall command, then the packet has been restored by the system, in which case only disabling via pm disable (as in Method 3) or manually deleting system files (requires root rights) will help.

✅ Advice 1: Update firmware

Sometimes floating elements disappear after the MIUI update. Check for updates:

✅ Advice 2: Use of Second Space

If the icon is critically disturbing, but it is not possible to remove it, create a second profile (Settings) → Second Space, and work in it. Floating elements don't usually duplicate in the extra space.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions