How to Remove Xiaomi Traffic Controls in the Curtain: The Complete Guide

Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco smartphone owners often encounter an intrusive MIUI interface that includes many visual elements by default. One of these elements is a traffic control widget that displays directly in the notification curtain after each swipe down. It shows the amount of mobile data or Wi-Fi used, but for many users this information is redundant and just takes up useful screen space.

You can remove this element, but you can't do it with standard methods using normal system settings. The MIUI interface and the new HyperOS shell hide this option in the deep menu or require the use of special tools to modify system parameters. In this article, we'll discuss proven ways to clean the curtain from unnecessary visual noise.

It's worth noting that disabling the widget doesn't affect the real operation of the traffic meter, which continues to function in the background to charge the operator's services, you just hide its visual display in the quick settings panel, making the interface cleaner and more minimalist, especially for those who prefer a strict design without unnecessary numbers and graphs.

Why does the traffic widget appear in the curtain?

The appearance of the traffic counter at the top of the screen is due to the regional features of the firmware and the activation of certain Android services at the MIUI shell level. By default, when the smartphone is first activated or after resetting, the system suggests selecting a region, and selecting some countries (for example, Russia or Ukraine) automatically activates services related to monitoring network traffic.

But the widget's functionality is often limited to just displaying information, and its presence in the curtain can be annoying, because the system considers it part of the security and optimization ecosystem, so it hides the display switch in the standard notification settings menu, and the user has to look for workarounds to deactivate this interface component.

⚠️ Note: Change system settings through engineering menus or ADB-The wrong actions can lead to unstable operation of the interface, although the risk of complete failure of the device is minimal when following the instructions.

It's important to understand that the traffic widget is closely linked to the system application Security, which collects statistics and broadcasts them to the curtain, so removing the widget completely often requires tampering with the settings of this particular system component, rather than simply disabling the notification display.

Disconnection through the settings of the region

The easiest and safest way to help many users get rid of the extra element in the curtain is to change the region of the device. The logic of the MIUI shell is that different countries have different rules for displaying system widgets. In some regions, traffic control is by default hidden or not integrated into the notification curtain.

To implement this method, you don’t need root rights or a computer connection, but all actions are performed directly on the smartphone through the standard settings menu, which is the preferred method for ordinary users who are afraid to make changes to system files.

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If switching to Singapore or India didn't work immediately, try rebooting your device after you change region, and then resetting your original region again, sometimes resetting the interface cache.

The process of changing the region is as follows:

• 🌏 Open the Settings menu on your smartphone.
• 📍 Go to Additional (or “Advanced Settings”) and select Region.
• 🇸🇬 In the list of proposed countries, select Singapore, Indonesia or the United States.
• 🔄 After changing the region, check the notification curtain – the widget should disappear.

After these steps are done, the system interface may change slightly: some recommendations in standard applications specific to the selected region may appear or disappear. However, the basic functionality of the phone, including networking and communication, will remain unchanged. If the widget is gone, you can try to return your original region, but sometimes the widget returns with the return of the region, so it is better to leave the settings of the region changed.

Use of the Mi Settings app

If the region change didn’t work, you can use Xiaomi’s official but hidden tool called Mi Settings, which allows accessing hidden system settings that aren’t displayed on the standard menu, and is safe to use and doesn’t require superuser rights.

To get started, you’ll need to download the installation file (APK) of this app from a trusted source, as it may not be available or otherwise on Google Play. Once installed, the app will add a new item to the phone’s basic settings, which will open access to dozens of hidden switches.

Instructions for use:

• 📥 Download and install. APK-Mi Settings file from a reliable source.
• ⚙️ Go to your phone’s Settings and find the new Mi Settings item (usually at the bottom or in the About Phone section»).
• 📶 In the menu that opens, find the section associated with the Status Bar or Network.
• 🚫 Find the Data Usage or Traffic Speed switch and move it to the Off position.

The advantage of this method is that it allows you to point-to-point control of interface elements without changing the region globally. You can leave your region (Russia, Ukraine, Belarus) with all local services, but remove the annoying widget. This makes Mi Settings the most flexible solution for advanced users.

Customization through ADB-team

For users who are not afraid of the command line and want to gain full control of the system, there is a method using ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which allows you to disable system components and change hidden configuration flags that cannot be changed through the GUI.

Before starting the procedure, you need to activate the developer mode on your smartphone. To do this, go to Settings → About Phone and quickly press 7 times on the MIUI Version (or OS Version). After that, the Additional → For Developers section will appear in the settings menu.

Enable USB Debugging in this section. Then connect your phone to your computer, install ADB drivers, and execute a command to check the connection:

adb devices

If the device appears in the list with the status of the device, you can move to disable the widget. Commands may vary depending on the version of Android and MIUI, but often helps to disable the component responsible for displaying traffic speed:

adb shell settings put global show_traffic_speed 0

Or an alternative for some versions of the firmware:

adb shell settings put system status_bar_show_speed 0

⚠️ Attention: When in use ADB-Be careful of the syntax. Introducing the wrong command can cause a network reset or other unwanted changes to the Android registry.

Once the command is completed, it is recommended to restart the device to make the changes effective, and this method is the most “clean” from a technical point of view, since it does not require installing third-party applications or changing the region, but directly edits the system’s settings databases.

Comparison of disconnection methods

The right way to do this depends on your technical background and your goals, and each method has its advantages and disadvantages, and to make it easier for you to decide, we have compiled a comparative table of the main characteristics of each approach.

As you can see from the table, for most users, the best solution is to use the Mi Settings app or simply change the region, which does not require a connection to a computer and allows you to quickly get the desired result. The ADB method is worth choosing only if you are a confident user and other methods did not help.

Alternative solutions and launchers

If system methods seem too complex or ineffective, you might consider a radical but effective solution: installing a third-party launcher, shells like Nova Launcher, Microsoft Launcher or Smart Launcher completely replace Xiaomi’s standard interface, including the notification panel and curtain.

With a third-party launcher, you get the ability to fine-tune each interface element. You can completely remove widgets, change font size, background transparency and icon location. This turns your Xiaomi into a device with pure Android, devoid of branded MIUI "jeans".

However, it is worth considering that third-party launchers may not always be fully integrated with deep-seated system functions, such as gesture controls, pop-ups or specific camera features, so it is recommended to test it for a few days before fully switching to another launcher.

There's also the option of using Magisk modules if you have superuser rights (Root) on your device. Modules like SystemUI Tuner allow you to edit the status bar to pixel accuracy, removing any icons, watches, battery level and, of course, the traffic counter, but this is only suitable for experienced enthusiasts.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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The fastest way to remove the widget is to change the region to Singapore, the most flexible is to use Mi Settings, the most reliable for the pros is ADB.

To sum up, getting rid of the curtain traffic control on Xiaomi is a solvable task. Despite the lack of a direct button on the menu, there are several effective workarounds: Choose the method that best suits your skills and preferences, and enjoy the clean interface of your smartphone.