Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco smartphones often encounter an intrusive feature that displays news feeds and advertising cards directly onto the lock screen.This option, known as the "Widget Ribbon" or "Wallpaper Carousel", can significantly reduce the autonomy of the device and distract the user with the constant flashing of content.
Deactivation does not require root rights or third-party software. With the modern MIUI shells and the new HyperOS, developers have provided regular tools to manage this functionality, although finding them is sometimes difficult due to the peculiarities of menu localization. In this guide, we will discuss in detail all available methods to clean the lock screen from information noise.
Note that menu item names may vary slightly depending on the firmware version and region. However, the overall logic of the system remains the same for all current models. If you want to return the classic view of a locked screen, where only time and notifications are displayed, follow the instructions below.
The main reasons for the appearance of the news feed
The news feed is driven by a pre-installed Glance service or built-in wallpaper carousel, which is designed to keep users focused by providing quick access to current events, weather and sports without unlocking a smartphone, but for many, it becomes redundant and annoying.
Often users accidentally activate this option when they initially configure the device when the system prompts them to select content preferences. In addition, MIUI firmware updates can automatically enable such features, positioning them as “User Experience Improvements.” Understanding the source of the problem helps to find the desired menu in the settings faster.
It's important to distinguish between desktop widgets and the tape that appears when swiping to the right of the lock screen. The latter is the most common question, because the advertising content integrated into these feeds consumes Internet traffic and battery power, as background processes constantly update data.
⚠️ Note: Disabling the system news services does not affect the operation of the main applications. You will still be able to receive notifications from messengers and social networks, but will lose the automatic news collection from the manufacturer.
Some users mistakenly believe that removing the News app will solve the problem, but the system component is often hidden deeper.To fully control the lock screen, you need to act through system personalization settings, which ensures that the feature does not turn on again after another system update.
Disconnection through lock screen settings
The most direct way to remove the information feed is to use the standard lock screen settings menu, which is the same as most versions of MIUI 12, 13, 14 and HyperOS. You don’t need Internet access or special utilities.
First, you need to get into the general settings menu of the device, find the gear icon in the notification curtain or on the desktop, and then the algorithm of actions will be as follows:
- 📱 Go to Always on Screen and Lock (or simply Lock Screen»).
- 🔍 Find the item Widget Ribbon or "Carousel Wallpaper».
- ❌ Transfer the switch to the "Off" position».
- ✅ Confirm the action if the system requests confirmation.
Once you do this, swiping right on the locked screen will stop causing the news feed to appear. Instead, you'll see a standard desktop or empty space, depending on the shell version. If the menu item is called otherwise, try searching under "Password and Security."
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If you don't find "Tape of widgets", try to switch the system's language to English temporarily. In the English version of the menu, this item is often called "Lock screen carousel" or "Glance for Mi".
In some cases, the system may suggest choosing an alternative wallpaper source over a news feed, so you can either agree to a static image or choose your photo from a gallery, which will keep the visual appeal of the lock screen without unnecessary information noise.
Management through the “Themes” app
In some cases, the feed settings are hidden inside the standard Theme app, which is typical of global firmware versions where Glance functionality is integrated deeper, and if the basic phone settings don't have the right items, you should check the app.
Open the Themes app (an icon with a brush or packet). In the lower right corner, click on the user profile. In the menu that opens, look for the Settings section. This can be where the Receive Recommendations or Lock Screen Widget Tape switch is located.
There's also a separate wallpaper and carousel section inside the Themes app, and you can go to it and you can fine-tune the types of content you're displaying or you can turn off the service completely. Importantly, after you turn off the Themes app, the changes may not take effect instantly.
| Access method | Location of item | Name of the switch | Internet is required |
|---|---|---|---|
| System settings | Lock screen | Widget tape | No. |
| Annex Topics | Profile → Settings | Recommendations | Yes. |
| Security Annex | Cleaning → Settings | Get the news. | Yes. |
Using the Themes app gives you more flexible customization options if you don’t want to completely remove the feature, but only want to limit the types of news you display. However, a global shutdown is better for a complete lock screen cleanup.
Disconnection in the Security app
The system application Security in the shells of Xiaomi contains many hidden functions, including managing advertising content. Often this is where the switch that is responsible for (push) news on the lock screen and in the notification curtain is hidden.
Run the Security app (green shield icon). At the top of the screen, you'll see some feature icons. Find and click on Cleanup (broomstick icon). Then click on the gear in the top right corner to open the cleaning settings.
In the settings list, find Receive recommendations or Recommended Content. Disable this switch. This action will stop promotional offers and news that may be duplicated on the lock screen. It is also worth checking the Scanner section inside the same app, as it can also broadcast news.
⚠️ Warning: Disabling recommendations in the Security app may affect the availability of up-to-date virus databases, but basic protection will continue to work normally.
After making changes to the Security app settings, it is recommended that you close the app completely through Task Manager, which ensures that the background process updates its settings and stops downloading content for display.
Specifics of work in HyperOS and MIUI 14
With the release of the HyperOS shell and the upgrade to MIUI 14, the menu structure has changed. The logic of the settings grouping has become more strict, but some items have been renamed or moved. Users of the new Xiaomi 13, 14 or Redmi Note 13 smartphones should be more careful.
In HyperOS, lock screen widgets are controlled in a separate editing mode. To get there, press your finger on an empty desktop space or on the lock screen (ifeno). In the bottom menu, select Lock screen settings. Here you can remove the Tape or News widget by simply dragging it down or turning it off in properties.
If standard methods don't work, you may have your region set to India or Indonesia in your phone settings, where you have as many ads and news feeds as possible, and changing your region to Russia, Kazakhstan, or Germany in the Additional → Region menu often automatically removes unnecessary services.
For owners of HyperOS devices, the method of disabling by searching for settings is also relevant. Click on the magnifying glass at the top of the settings menu and enter the request for "Carousel" or "Glance." The system will tell you the path to the desired switch, even if it was moved to the bottom of the menu.
☑️ Checklist for full screen cleaning
Additional methods and cleaning of the cache
If the switches are inactive or the settings are reset, you may need to clean up the system applications that are responsible for the content, a safe procedure that does not delete your personal photos or contacts, but resets the settings of the system services.
Go to Settings → Apps → All Apps. Find the Wallpaper Carousel app (or Glance, Media) in the list. Click on it, select Memory and then Clear → Clear Everything. Then try turning the feature off again in the settings.
Another effective method is to disable notifications for system news services, and in the same app menu, look for News or Mi Video, Mi Music (if not used), go to Notifications and disable them, which will prevent pop-ups and banners.
- 🗑️ Cleaning the cache frees up space and eliminates display errors.
- 🚫 Notification ban removes pop-up ad windows.
- 🔄 Resetting application settings returns the original state without deleting user data.
Sometimes it helps to temporarily shut down the Internet. Try turning off Wi-Fi and mobile network, then go to the lock screen settings and turn off the tape. Without an active connection, some security mechanisms that return default settings may not work.
What happens if the switch returns to the "on" position?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is it safe to disable news app systems?
Why did the news come back after the MIUI update?
Can I completely remove the News app?
Does the news feed affect battery consumption?
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Complete removal of the news feed requires a comprehensive approach: disabling in screen settings, cleaning the data of the Themes application and checking regional settings.
To sum up, getting rid of the intrusive news on Xiaomi Redmi is a task that can be solved in a few clicks. The main thing is to know which menu is hiding the right switch for your version of firmware. Following these steps, you will return your smartphone clean and concise interface.