How to remove the widget tape on Xiaomi: working methods for MIUI 14/15

The widget tape on Xiaomi smartphones (including Redmi, POCO and Black Shark) is the left-hand screen bar that appears when swiped to the right of the home screen. It contains weather, calendar, quick contacts and other MIUI services widgets. For many users, this feature seems useless, takes up space and accidentally activates while using the phone. Unfortunately, in standard Xiaomi settings, there is no obvious option to turn it off completely - but there are several workarounds.

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to remove the widget tape on Xiaomi without root rights (and one method with root for advanced users). The instructions are relevant for MIUI 12-15 firmware and work on most models, including Redmi Note 12/13, POCO X5/F5, Xiaomi 13/14 and others. Importantly, some methods may differ depending on the version of the shell – we will specify the nuances for each.

If you want to not just hide the widgets, but completely remove the panel itself (including swipe to the right), look at the ADB sections and launcher settings. For those who are afraid of complex manipulations, there are simpler solutions, such as replacing the standard launcher.

1. Method: Disabling widgets through MIUI settings (partial solution)

The most obvious, but least effective, method is to simply remove all the widgets from the tape, which won't remove the panel itself (a swipe to the right will still work), but will make it empty. It's suitable for those who don't want to go into technical settings.

Instructions:

• 📱 Swipe right on the home screen to open the widget tape.
• 👆 Press and hold any widget (such as weather or calendar) with your finger).
• 🗑️ In the menu that appears, select “Delete” (or drag the widget to the basket at the top of the screen).
• 🔄 Repeat for all widgets until the panel is empty.

⚠️ Attention: After update MIUI Some widgets (like weather) may reappear, and this method doesn't remove banner ads if you have them in your firmware version.

2. Method: Using ADB to turn off tape (without root)

A more radical method is to disable the widget tape via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which does not require root rights, but requires connecting the smartphone to a computer. The method works on MIUI 12-15 and was tested on the Redmi Note 11, POCO F4 and Xiaomi 13 Pro.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to unlock the developer menu, then Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🛠️ Utility. ADB Tools (download from the official Android website).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect your smartphone to your computer and allow debugging (a request will appear on the phone).
2. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with ADB.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Run the command to disable the widget tape: adb shell pm hide com.miui.home/.launcher.LauncherTabWidget
5. Reboot your smartphone (adb reboot or manually).

⚠️ Note: Some of the updates after the update MIUI The tape can come back. In this case, repeat the procedure. POCO Launcher – only on standard launcher MIUI.

3. Method: Installation of a third-party launcher (Nova, Hyperion, Lawnchair)

If previous methods don't work, the most reliable option is to install a third-party launcher, which will completely replace the standard MIUI interface, including widget tape.

• 🌟 Nova Launcher – flexible settings, gesture support, no advertising.
• ⚡ Hyperion Launcher – optimized for Xiaomi, retains corporate identity MIUI ribbonless.
• 🍃 Lawnchair is a lightweight open source launcher that supports Android 12 widgets+.

How to install and configure:

1. Download the launcher from Google Play (or APKMirror if you don’t have access to the Play Store).
2. After installation, click “Home” and select the new launcher as the main one.
3. In the launcher settings (Long-click on the screen → Settings), disable all options associated with sidebars or widget screens.

💡 Useful tip: Nova Launcher can completely disable swipe to the right by going to Settings → Gestures and controls → Gestures on the desktop and setting the swipe to the right action "No».

Method: Disconnection through the developer settings (hidden parameter)

Some versions of MIUI 13/14 have a hidden option to disable the widget tape through the developer menu.This method is not officially dokumented, but works on a number of devices, including the Xiaomi 12T and Redmi K50.

Instructions:

1. Activate Developer Mode (if not already done): Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → Press 7 times.
2. Return to the main settings and open additionally → For developers.
3. Find the parameter. force_enable_new_home (may be called miui_force_enable_new_home).
4. Turn it off and restart the phone.

⚠️ Note: This option is not available on all devices. If it is not in your developer menu, do not change other settings - this can lead to unstable system operation.

5. Method: Removal through root access (for advanced)

If you have root rights, you can completely remove the system application responsible for the widget tape. This method is irreversible and can lead to unstable system operation if done incorrectly. On some models (for example, Redmi Note 11 Pro+), this leads to the disappearance of the weather on the lock screen - be prepared for the consequences.

Instructions (requires Magisk or other root manager):

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Mixplorer).
2. Go to /system/priv-app/MiuiHome
3. Find the MiuiHome.apk file and rename it to MiuiHome.bak (or delete it).
4. Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: After this update MIUI through OTA It is recommended to disable automatic updates or use custom firmware.

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Before you delete your system files, back up your phone via TWRP or other recovery, which will help you recover your phone if something goes wrong.

6. Method: Reset the launcher settings (if the tape appeared after the update)

Sometimes the widget tape appears after updating MIUI or resetting settings, in which case resetting the settings of the standard launcher will help:

Steps:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the Louncher app (or MIUI Launcher) and open it.
3. Click on “Storage” → “Clear Data” and “Clear Cache”.
4. Reboot the phone.

After that, the widget tape may disappear, but all your icons and folders on your desktop will reset to a standard look.

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Resetting the launcher is the safest method, but it resets all desktop settings. Use it if other methods have not worked.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing widget tape on Xiaomi