How to hide the Internet speed indicator on the screen Xiaomi Redmi Note: the complete guide

Why Redmi Note displays internet speed and how to fix it

Many owners of Xiaomi Redmi Note smartphones (Note 8/9/10/11/12 series, etc.) face unexpected upload/return speeds directly on the home screen or in the status bar, which is part of the MIUI firmware functionality, which can be activated by default after a system update, connection to a new network or even random clicking in the settings.

Not only does displaying internet speed visually clutter the screen, it also increases battery consumption (due to constant network data polling) and can conflict with wallpaper, making it less readable. Fortunately, MIUI has several ways to turn off this indicator, from simple (via a graphical interface) to advanced (using ADB). In this article, we will break down all the current methods, including nuances for different versions of the firmware.

Before you start settings, make sure that the problem is not related to a widget from a third-party application (such as NetSpeed Indicator or Internet Speed Meter). → Annexes → Application management.

Method 1: Disconnect via status string settings

The fastest and safest method is to use the built-in MIUI options. It is suitable for most Redmi Note models on MIUI 12-14 firmware (including global and Chinese versions).

Instructions:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the Screen section (or additionally → Status bar in older versions).
3. Select Show Network Speed (can be called Internet Speed or Network Statistics).
4. Move the slider to the off position. or uncheck the tick.
5. Restart your smartphone (optional, but recommended for changes).

If the Show Network Speed option is not on the menu, then your MIUI version uses an alternative way to display the indicator (see Method 2).

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On some MIUI 13+ firmware, the option is hidden in the Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times to unlock hidden settings).

Method 2: Remove through settings MIUI-launcher

If the Internet speed is not displayed in the status bar, but directly on the desktop (for example, in the form of a floating widget), the problem lies in the settings of the MIUI Launcher shell. This method is relevant for users who have an indicator appeared after upgrading to MIUI 14 or installing themes.

How to clean up:

• 📱 Long press on the empty seat of the main screen → Home screen settings.
• 🔍 Go to the Widgets or Additional Items section.
• 🔄 Find the network speed widget (may be called Net Speed or Traffic Monitor) and turn it off.
• 🗑️ If the widget is not removed, drag it to the basket (appears at the top of the screen).

If the widget is not in the list, but the indicator remains, check the themes:

1. Go to Settings → Themes.
2. Select the current theme and click Set up.
3. Turn off the option to show network statistics (if available).

Method 3: Using Developer Mode (for Power Users)

On MIUI 12.5 and later, the Internet speed display can be tied to hidden system parameters, and to access them, you need to activate Developer Mode:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Tap 7 times on the item MIUI version (you will be notified you became a developer!).
3. Go back to the main settings menu and open a new section for developers.
4. Find the Network Speed Indicator (Network Speed Indicator) and turn it off.

If you don’t have an option, try an alternative route:

• 🔧 In the Developer Mode, find Debugging by USB and turn it on.
• 🖥️ Connect your phone to your PC and use the command ADB (see method 4).

Method 4: Disconnect via ADB (for advanced users)

If standard methods don’t work, the most reliable way is to use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires connecting the phone to your computer, but is guaranteed to remove the speed indicator on all versions of MIUI.

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install ADB Tools on PC.
2. Enable USB debugging on your phone (see Method 3).
3. Connect the Redmi Note to your computer and confirm your trust in the device.
4. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with ADB and type:

adb shell settings put global network_speed_visible 0

To apply the changes, restart your phone. If the indicator is still there, try the alternative command:

adb shell settings delete global network_speed_visible

Install Xiaomi USB Drivers | Enable debugging via USB| Connect your phone with the original cable | Check the connection with the adb device command

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Attention! ADB commands change system settings. Incorrect use can cause interface failures. Back up your data before you run.

Method 5: Reset the launcher settings (if the widget is not removed)

In rare cases, the Internet speed widget can get stuck on the screen even after the settings are turned off, due to errors in the MIUI Launcher cache.

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find MIUI Launcher (or Lawnchair if you use custom launcher).
3. Click Warehouse → Clear the cache and Clear the data.
4. Reboot the phone.

Once reset, all the shortcuts and widgets on the home screen will be removed and reconfigured, but this is the only way to get rid of the stuck indicator without resetting the phone to factory settings.

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Launcher reset is a last resort. Before you do, export the application list through Settings → Applications → Import/Export.

Table: Compatibility of methods with MIUI versions

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When trying to remove the speed indicator, users often face typical problems:

⚠️ Attention! If the indicator remains in the settings after the speed is turned off, check the transparency of the status bar. MIUI The numbers can be "seen" through a semi-transparent background. Solution: change the theme to the standard or turn off the transparency in Settings. → Screen. → Status line.

Other common mistakes:

• 🔄 Wrong version MIUI: On Chinese firmware (China) ROM) The options may be called otherwise (use an interpreter or ADB).
• 📱 Shell conflict: If you use a third-party launcher (like Nova Launcher), the indicator can be its function – check the launcher settings.
• 🔌 Reset after update: After installing the new version MIUI Some settings are reset. Always check them after the update.

If none of the methods worked, the cause could be malware masquerading as a system widget. Check the phone with antivirus (such as Malwarebytes or built-in Mi Security) and remove suspicious applications.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions