How to remove the display of Internet speed on the screen Xiaomi Redmi: the complete guide

Xiaomi Redmi’s MIUI-powered smartphones often display an annoying real-time download/return indicator of internet speed. It’s a useful feature for some users, an extra element for others that prevents you from enjoying content and spoils the interface’s appearance. Unfortunately, Redmi’s standard settings don’t have an obvious switch to turn off this option, but there are several working ways, from simple to advanced.

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven methods to remove Internet speed from the Xiaomi Redmi screen (relevant to the Redmi Note 10/11/12, Redmi 9/10, POCO X3/X4 and others on MIUI 12-14). You will learn how to do this through hidden settings, with ADB, third-party utilities or even without root rights.

Why Xiaomi Redmi displays internet speed and can it be removed?

Network Speed Indicator (NSI) is introduced in MIUI 11 as part of an optimization for gamers and users who want to control traffic, and is activated by default on some firmware, especially regional versions for India, China or global builds with pre-installed chips.

The problem is that Xiaomi hasn’t added a separate switch for this feature to the Settings menu. → Screen or Settings → SIM-It's because of the company's policy of simplifying the interface, where the rarely used options are hidden deep in the system:

• 🔧 Hidden settings MIUI — through an engineering menu or code.
• 📱 ADB-Teams for experienced users (no need to root).
• 🛠️ Third-party applications such as Activity Launcher or MIUI Hidden Settings.
• 🔄 Resetting network settings is a radical method if others don’t work.

Important: On some Redmi models (e.g., the Redmi Note 10 Pro on MIUI 13), the Internet speed function is tied to the com.miui.netassistant system application, which may affect the operation of other network services.

Method 1: Disconnect via hidden MIUI menu (no root)

The easiest method is to use hidden MIUI settings, which are available through special codes or engineering menus, which works on most Redmis with MIUI 12-14 firmware and does not require additional programs.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the code ##4636## (some models may require the code ##6484##).
2. In the menu that opens, select Phone Information (or Testing).
3. Scroll down to the Network Speed Indicator (or similar in meaning).
4. Uncheck the Show network speed option or switch the switch to Off position.
5. Reboot your phone to make the changes take effect.

If the code doesn’t work, try an alternative path:

• 📱 Install Activity Launcher from Google Play.
• 🔍 Search NetworkSpeed or.miui.netassistant.
• 🛠️ Run the activity found and turn off the speed display.

Warning: On some firmware (Redmi Note 9 Pro on the MIUI 12.5) After disconnection through the engineering menu, the indicator can return after restarting. ADB (described below).

Method 2: Use of the ADB-Teams (for advanced users)

If the hidden menu didn’t work, you can turn off the display of Internet speed via Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a method that requires connecting the phone to a computer, but does not need root rights.

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install Platform Tools (the official tool from Google).
2. Turn on the phone Developer Mode: Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times)
3. Activate Debugging by USB in the Settings menu → Additional → For developers.
4. Connect Redmi to your PC and execute commands in the terminal (command line): adb shell settings put global network_speed_visible 0
5. Reset the device.

To return the speed display, use the command:

settings put global network_speed_visible 1

Attention: ⚠️ On Redmi with MIUI 14 (Android 13) Xiaomi tightened security policy. ADB-The indicator is back, try adding a command:

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.netassistant

But note that this will disable all of the Network Assistant app’s features, including traffic monitoring.

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If ADB Does not recognize the device, try reinstalling Xiaomi drivers via the Mi Flash Tool or using another one USB-cable (preferably original).

Method 3: Third-party applications to disable the indicator

If you don't want to mess with ADB or code, you can use specialized utilities that automate the process and often offer additional customizations for MIUI.

The best applications for this task:

• 🛠️ MIUI Hidden Settings – opens access to hidden options, including shutting down Internet speeds, works without root, but requires permission to access system settings.

Instructions for MIUI Hidden Settings:

1. Download and install the app from Google Play.
2. Open the Status Bar section (State Panel).
3. Find the Network Speed Indicator option and turn it off.
4. Reboot the phone.

Warning: ⚠️ Some applications (such as Network Speed Indicator Disabler) may request permission to change system settings. Do not provide them if the application looks suspicious or has a low rating in the Play Market.

Method 4: Disconnection through developer settings (alternative method)

There are options in the Developer Menu that indirectly affect how network information is displayed, and this doesn’t always work, but it’s worth trying if other methods haven’t worked.

How to do this:

1. Activate Developer Mode (as described in the ADB method).
2. Go to Settings → Additional → For developers.
3. Find options: Show network speed (if any) - turn off. USB debugging - turn on (sometimes helps reset the cache of system applications). Inactive applications → find Network Assistant and limit its operation.

Reboot the phone.

If the developer menu doesn’t have a direct option to turn off speed, try resetting Network Assistant settings:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the Network Assistant (or Network Assistant).
3. Click Warehouse → Clear the cache and Reset the settings.

Attention: ⚠️ Resetting Network Assistant settings can cause you to temporarily lose mobile traffic statistics. If you use a built-in gigabyte meter, write down your current data before resetting.

Method 5: Radical measures – reset network settings or firmware

If none of these methods worked, there are extreme measures, and they should only be used if the speed indicator is really in the way and the other methods have not worked.

Option 1: Resetting network settings

This will remove all stored Wi-Fi networks, passwords and mobile Internet settings, but sometimes helps to reset the “stacky” system options:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Select Network Settings Reset (or Wi-Fi, Mobile Network, and Bluetooth Reset).
3. Confirm the action and restart the phone.

Option 2: Reflashing to custom firmware

If you're willing to take drastic measures, you can install an alternative firmware where the Internet speed function is disabled by default.

• 📱 Pixel Experience – pure Android without unnecessary indicators.

Important: Install custom firmware requires unlocking the bootloader, which will void the warranty and may result in data loss.Be sure to back up via Mi Cloud or TWRP before the procedure.

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Network resets are the last chance before flashing, and 80 percent of the time, the problem is solved in less radical ways (ADB or hidden settings).

What if the internet speeds are back after the update?

Xiaomi regularly releases updates for MIUI that can reset user settings, including the disabled speed indicator. If the problem returns after the update, proceed with the algorithm:

1. Check out MIUI version: If the update came before MIUI 14, try re-disabling through ADB or hidden menu. If it's MIUI 14+, it's possible Xiaomi has blocked the change to this setting, in which case only firmware or third-party utilities will help.
2. Reverse to the previous version (if the indicator is critical): Download the old firmware from the Xiaomi Firmware Updater. Install it through the Mi Flash Tool (unlocked bootloader is required).
3. Use workarounds: Install a launcher like Nova Launcher that hides system indicators. Activate the No-Distract mode in Settings → Screen.

Warning: ⚠️ Retraction to the previous version MIUI This can cause problems with some applications (e.g. banking) due to outdated security certificates.

FAQ: Frequent questions about shutting down the Internet speed on Xiaomi Redmi