How to effectively remove the cutout in the game on Xiaomi smartphones

Owners of modern Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones often face visual discomfort during gameplay. A selfie camera built into the display creates what is called a “cut” or “bangs” that can overlap interface elements in games, especially for first-person shooters and racing simulators, where every pixel of the view is important.

Fortunately, MIUI and its new version of HyperOS provide flexible tools to manage this area, so you can not only change the color of the black zone, but also completely hide it, expanding the usable space. In this article, we will discuss in detail all the available customization methods.

Before we make any changes, it's worth noting that the complete concealment of the cutout doesn't remove the physical camera. It stays in place, but the software area around it is black, merging with the interface frame, which allows for the effect of a single rectangular screen.

Standard screen settings in MIUI and HyperOS

The first and easiest way to change the display top is in the basic settings of the system, which works on most current models released after 2018. You don't need to install third-party apps or get super-user rights.

First, unlock the device and go to the main menu. Find the Settings icon, which usually looks like a gear. In the list that opens, you need to find the Screen or Screen and brightness section. In some firmware, this item may be called the Display.

Inside the screen menu, scroll down to the Notch Control item (sometimes called the Screen Cutout or Notch). Click on it and you'll see a list of all the installed apps that can use that area. The system automatically identifies games and suggests options for displaying them.

• 📱 Select a specific game from the list for individual customization.
• 🎨 Change the display mode to “Hide the notch” to darken the area around the camera.
• 🔄 Reset the default settings if the game interface is incorrectly displayed.

⚠️ Note: After applying the Hide Notice settings, the black bar may overlap part of the game interface (e.g., map or health level.

It is important to understand that standard MIUI settings may work differently depending on the Android version. On older versions of the shell, functionality may be limited only to the choice of frame color, whereas new versions allow you to flexibly manage each program separately.

Use of the Game Turbo accelerator

Xiaomi has developed a special tool called Game Turbo (formerly known as Game Center), which is not just a launcher for running games, but a powerful optimizer that also manages system resources and display content while playing.

To access settings through this tool, run any game through the Game Turbo shortcut or open the Security app and select the appropriate section. The sidebar called by the swipe while playing often hides additional display features.

In some versions of the firmware, it is through Game Turbo that you can force the game to run in full screen mode, ignoring system limitations, which is especially useful if the standard menu of screen settings does not store parameters for a particular application.

Path to Settings: Security → Game Turbo → Settings (cogs) → More

The use of the game accelerator also allows you to turn off notifications and block calls, which, combined with the correct display of the screen, creates the ideal conditions for immersion in the virtual world, a comprehensive approach to optimize the experience.

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Enable the Game Turbo Do Not Disturb mode so that pop-up messages don’t overlap the top of the screen where the cutout is usually located.

Configure through the Engineering Menu (Advanced Level)

For power users who lack standard options, there is access to hidden settings through an engineering menu, a method that requires caution, as changing unintended settings can lead to unstable system operation.

To enter the engineering menu, open the Phone app and enter a special code. For most Redmi and Xiaomi devices, this is a combination of ##6484## or #4636##. However, the codes may vary depending on the region and processor model.

Inside the menu, you need to find a section associated with the display (often marked as Common or Display), and there may be a Notch Status option or similar, changing the value of this parameter allows you to forcibly hide or show the notch at the system level.

⚠️ Warning: Entering the engineering menu and changing the settings without understanding their purpose can lead to a device building or loss of warranty.

Third-party applications for cutout management

If the built-in HyperOS or MIUI tools don't work, Google Play apps come to the rescue, and there are many tools that enthusiasts have developed to customize the interface.

One popular solution is the Notch Remover app, or analogues, which runs on top of the system, creating a black curtain at the top of the screen, which doesn't require deep system changes, and often has a more flexible interface for dimming width and height.

When using third-party software, it is important to pay attention to the permissions that the application requests, and to work correctly, it may need permission to “display over other windows” or special features (Accessibility).

• 📥 Download a proven high-rated app from the Play Market.
• ⚙️ Provide the necessary permissions in the system settings.
• 🎮 Start the game and check how the blackout works.

It is worth remembering that such applications can consume additional battery power, since they work in the background. For long gaming sessions, it is better to use the native features of the system, if they are available.

The effect of screen resolution on the display of the interface

Another aspect to consider is the resolution of the screen, and some games misrepresent the proportions of the display if the cutout concealment mode is activated, which can lead to the image being stretched or black stripes appearing on the sides.

In addition, inside the screen menu, you can often find the option Screen Resolution. Switching between modes (for example, from "Default" to "HD+" or "FHD+") can change the scaling of the game interface.

If you notice that after hiding the cutout, the controls in the game have shifted or become too small, try changing this value, which is especially true for high-resolution devices in a matrix where the pixel density is very high.

Also worth mentioning is the screen refresh rate. On models that support 120Hz or 144Hz, some games can force a frequency drop of up to 60Hz, which visually changes the perception of the interface. Make sure that the Game Turbo settings prioritize performance.

Solving problems with specific games

Different game engines react differently to the presence or absence of a cutout, for example, games on the Unity engine can automatically adapt, whereas projects on the Unreal Engine sometimes require manual adjustment.

Popular shooters like PUBG Mobile or Call of Duty Mobile often have their own interface settings. Go to the game's settings, look for the Basic or Interface section, and check if it has bang mode or Full Screen options.

If the game still doesn't show correctly, try running it in compatibility mode. To do this, you can find the "Compatibility Mode" option in the application settings (via the Android menu) or change it. DPI (screen density) via computer ADB-team.

adb shell wm density 400

This command will temporarily change the pixel density, which can shift the game interface and remove the camera overlap, but after the device is rebooted, the DPI settings are usually reset to standard ones.

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An integrated approach, including system settings, Game Turbo and in-game settings, gives the best result in eliminating visual interference.

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