How to remove the call record button on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: 5 proven ways

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is a popular smartphone with a branded MIUI shell, which offers many additional features, one of which is automatic recording of phone conversations with the appearance of the corresponding button during a call. However, not all users need this option: it takes up space on the screen, can be confusing or even cause legal issues in some countries.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can disable the Redmi Note 8 Pro call record button, from standard MIUI settings to hidden settings and third-party solutions, how to completely remove the recording function or simply hide its interface, and how different methods are for different versions of the firmware.

Important: the procedure may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI (12, 13 or 14) and regional firmware (global, Chinese, EEA).

Why the Call Record button appears on the Redmi Note 8 Pro

The MIUI conversation recording feature is activated by default on many Xiaomi models, including the Redmi Note 8 Pro. It works through the built-in Call Recorder app (com.android.incallui in the system) and has several features:

• 📱 Automatic turn on – the button appears on the call screen even if you have never used the feature.
• 🔊 Recording without notice – in some regions, the app does not not notify the interlocutor about the recording (which may violate local laws).
• 📁 File Storage – Records are saved in a folder MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec and take up a place in memory.
• 🔄 Synchronization – when cloud synchronization is enabled, records can be duplicated in Mi Cloud.

On the Redmi Note 8 Pro, the recording button is integrated into the standard Phone app and cannot be removed as normal software, ADB-commanding or firmware modification.

⚠️ Note: In some countries (e.g. the EU and the United States), recording conversations without the consent of the interlocutor is prohibited by law. Even if the function is disabled, previously made records can be stored in the device's memory - check the folder. call_rec and delete files manually.

Method 1: Disable call recording in standard MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in MIUI settings. It works on most firmware versions (including MIUI 12/13/14) and does not require superuser rights.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app (the tube icon on the home screen).
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → select Settings.
3. Go to Call Recording (or Call Recording in English).
4. Turn off Auto-record calls (or Auto-record calls).
5. In the section Type of Record, select Do Not Record.

After this action, the recording button will disappear from the call screen, but the function itself will remain in the system. If the button is still displayed, try restarting the smartphone.

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Method 2: Hiding the button through the settings of the Phone application (for MIUI 14+)

Newer versions of MIUI (starting with 14) have the ability to completely hide the write button, not just disable the feature, a method that is suitable for the Redmi Note 8 Pro with updated firmware.

How to hide the button:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find your phone in the list and tap it.
3. Select Rights. → Additional rights.
4. Find the item Show the record button and turn it off.
5. Confirm the action in the dialog window.

If there is no Show Record button, then your version of MIUI does not support this menu, in which case use Method 3 with ADB.

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Method 3: Disconnect via ADB (for power users)

If the standard methods do not work, you can use them. ADB-Android Debug Bridge, which requires you to connect your smartphone to your PC and enable the developer mode.

Step-by-step:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. tap MIUI Version 7 times. Go back to Settings → Additional → Developer. Turn on USB Debugging.

Redmi Note 8 Pro

ADB Tools

Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with ADB.

adb devices

(Your device should appear)

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.incallui/.InCallCameraController

adb shell settings put global hide_call_recording_ui 1

Reboot your smartphone.

Once these commands are executed, the recording button will disappear. To return it, use:

adb shell settings put global hide_call_recording_ui 0

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB This can cause phone malfunctions. Before executing commands, back up your data via Settings. → Additionally. → Backup and reset. If you have problems with calls after the reboot, follow the command:

adb shell pm enable com.android.incallui

Method 4: Remove call recording via TWRP (for stitched devices)

If your Redmi Note 8 Pro has custom TWRP recovery installed, you can completely uninstall the system application responsible for recording, which is only suitable for users with unlocked bootloader and root rights.

Instructions:

1. Download the Magisk module to disable call recording (e.g., Disable Call Recording).
2. Reboot to TWRP (clip Power + Volume up).
3. Choose Install and point the way to the downloaded ZIP-file.
4. Sweep through the module and restart the system.

An alternative is to manually delete files:

1. In TWRP, select File Manager.
2. Go to /system/priv-app/InCallUI.
3. Delete InCallUI.apk and InCallUI.odex files (if any).
4. Reset the device.

Example of settings in MacroDroid:

1. Create a new macro.
2. As a trigger, select Open App → Phone.
3. Add the action UI Interaction → Press the screen.
4. Specify the coordinates of the recording button (can be found through Settings → For developers → Show touches).
5. Save the macro and activate it.

The downside of this method is that the button will appear but disappear immediately, and some applications may conflict with MIUI and cause lags.

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Third-party applications are the safest way to do this, but they don't remove the button completely, they only mask it. System changes (ADB or TWRP) are required to completely remove it.

What to do if the recording button still appears

If none of these methods worked, the problem may be:

• 📱 Regional firmware - on Chinese versions MIUI Call recording is often tied to monitoring law and cannot be disabled by standard methods.
• 🔄 System updates - after the update MIUI You can reset the settings. Check them again.
• 🛠️ Damaged system files – if the button appears even after ADB-Teams may need to be re-shooted.
• 📦 Third-party launchers – some shells (like Nova Launcher) may conflict with system windows.

Recommendations:

1. Check out MIUI in Settings → About Phone. If it’s Chinese firmware (MIUI CN), consider switching to global (MIUI Global or EEA).
2. Perform Settings Reset → Additional → Backup and Reset → Resetting (does not delete files, but resets system settings).
3. If the problem appears after the update, roll back to the previous version of MIUI via Fastboot.

On Chinese firmware (MIUI CN), call recording is often impossible to turn off without fully flashing to the global version, due to local call monitoring laws.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the call recording button on the Redmi Note 8 Pro