How to Improve Xiaomi: A Complete Guide to Accelerating and Optimizing Your System

Owning a Xiaomi smartphone often involves deep customization right after purchase. By default, the MIUI shell or its new version of HyperOS contain a lot of background processes and visuals that can slow down the device, especially on mid- and low-end models. Users often encounter intrusive advertising in system applications, which is not only annoying, but also consumes Internet traffic, as well as processor time.

However, with the right approach to setup, you can turn your gadget into a powerful tool that works smoothly and steadily. Optimizing RAM and competent energy management can extend battery life by 20-30%. In this guide, we will discuss proven methods that will help you to get the most out of your device without the need for root rights.

Before we go to radical measures, it is important to understand the basic principles of the Android operating system in conjunction with the corporate shell. Optimization is not a one-off action, but a set of measures that include cleaning the storage, disabling unnecessary services and adjusting the interface correctly. Let's start with the most important thing - eliminating visual noise and advertising.

Disabling Advertising and Optimizing the Interface

The first thing that catches your eye when you're using a smartphone is the ad units in your standard apps. MSA (MIUI System Ads) is responsible for displaying promotional materials, and it requires resources. To turn off advertising, you need to go to the settings and find password and security, and then access personal data. In the application list, find msa and turn off the slider, confirming the action in 10 seconds.

Then you go through the system utilities. In the Security app, click on the gear in the top right corner and find Receive recommendations by turning it off. Similar actions are required in the Music, Video and Explorer applications. In each of them, you need to find a Recommendation switch or Receive recommendations and deactivate it in the settings, which will significantly reduce the load on the processor when you start programs.

⚠️ Note: After disabling the msa service, banner ads may disappear within 24 hours, not instantly. Do not try to delete system files manually, this can lead to unstable operation of the system.

To further facilitate the interface, it is recommended to reduce the number of animations. Go to About Phone and click 7-10 times on MIUI Version to activate Developer Mode. Then in the advanced settings, find For Developers and go down to Drawing. Set the animation scale, transitions and animation durations to 0.5x or Unplug. This will make the system response visually instant.

Memory and background management

Effective memory management (RAM) is a key performance factor. Unlike other manufacturers, Xiaomi uses an aggressive policy of closing background applications to save charge, which sometimes leads to rebooting the desired programs. To fix this, open the Security app, go to the Battery section and select Settings. Here you can customize the behavior for each application individually.

For important messengers and work tools, select No Limits mode. This will prevent the system from "killing" the application process, even if you haven't opened it in a long time. It's also worth checking the Extension of Memory in the basic settings. The feature uses part of the built-in storage as virtual RAM. If you have less than 128 GB of free space, this feature is better off, since the internal memory speed is often lower than that of physical RAM, which can cause micro-freezes.

• 🚀 Cache cleanup: Use the built-in cleaner regularly, but don’t abuse the “acceleration” function, as it often just restarts processes by consuming charge.
• 🗑️ Bloatware Removal: System applications you don’t use (e.g. GetApps, Mi Video) can be disabled through application settings, freeing up resources.
• ⚙️ Sync: Turn off automatic sync for accounts you don’t need constantly in the Accounts and Sync section.

A full memory (over 90%) critically slows down the storage controller. Try to keep 10-15 GB free. Use cloud services or a computer to archive old photos and videos. The ext4 or f2fs file system used in Android is slower when full.

Battery setting and energy saving

Autonomy is one of the main characteristics that users are interested in. However, standard energy saving settings are often redundant. In the Battery section, you can activate the Power Saving mode, but more flexible settings are available in the performance profile. For everyday use, the best fit is the Balanced profile, which dynamically changes the frequency of the processor depending on the tasks.

An important aspect is screen control. AMOLED technology, used in many Redmi and Mi models, saves charge when using a dark theme. Turn on Dark Mode in the display settings and set a schedule for activation. It is also worth reducing the screen refresh rate to 60 Hz if you do not play heavy games and you do not need a smoothness of 90 or 120 Hz. This action can add up to 15% of the time.

To extend the life of the battery itself, it is recommended to activate Optimized Charging, the system learns your habits and slows the charge after 80%, completing it to 100% only by the time you wake up, which reduces the degradation of battery chemistry.

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Use the original Quick Charge or Power Delivery chargers. Cheap counterparts can not only slowly charge, but also damage the power controller due to voltage surges.

Remember to check battery consumption statistics. If you notice that a particular application consumes a disproportionate amount of energy in the background, limit its background activity. Go to Settings → Applications → All applications, select the problematic application, and set a limit in the charge saving section.

Network settings and Internet speed

Mobile Internet and Wi-Fi speeds often depend not only on the provider, but also on the smartphone settings. In the Mobile Networks section, make sure that the preferred 5G/4G (LTE) network type is selected. Sometimes the phone gets stuck on 3G due to a weak signal, and a forced choice of 4G can stabilize the connection, although it will quickly drain the battery in the area of insecure reception.

For Wi-Fi connections, it is useful to reset your network settings if there are persistent breaks. → Connection and sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile networks and Bluetooth. This action will delete saved passwords, but often solves problems with the drivers of the communication module. MAC-The device address instead of the randomized one, if your router has strict filters.

Separate attention deserves adjustment DNS. Use of fast-tracking DNS-Servers such as Google (dns.google) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1) can significantly speed up the response of sites. → Private DNS. Enter the hostname of the provider and save.This also helps bypass some ISP locks.

Camera and Multimedia: Improved Quality

Xiaomi smartphone owners often complain about photo processing algorithms that unnecessarily smooth out the image. To improve the quality of pictures, just press the down button. In the Camera app, go to the settings and turn off the AI Camera if you want to get more natural colors, or, conversely, turn it on for landscapes. For professional shooting, use the PRO mode, where you can manually adjust ISO and shutter speed.

Stabilization is critical for video. Make sure the camera settings activate Stabilization. However, if you're shooting static objects on a tripod, it's best to turn off stabilization to avoid floating horizons. It's also worth checking the recording resolution: 8K or 4K mode at 60 frames per second puts a huge strain on the processor and memory, causing heat. For everyday needs, 1080p at 60 fps is optimal.

⚠️ Warning: With long-term high-resolution video recording, the phone may heat up and force the recording to stop. 4K heat-sink.

Audio in media players can also be customized. In Sound and Vibration → Sound effects, select the profile that matches your headphones or adjust the equalizer manually. For fans of quality sound, support for LDAC or aptX HD codecs is available in Bluetooth settings (earphone support is required). Include these options in the Developer Menu → Bluetooth Audio Codec.

Security and Hidden Opportunities

Data security on Xiaomi is ensured by a set of measures, but the user must activate key functions himself. In the Security app, regularly run virus checks. Built-in antivirus uses Avast and AVL databases, which provides reliable protection against most threats. It is also recommended to enable theft protection in your Mi Account to be able to remotely lock the device or erase data.

One of the useful hidden features is Second Space, which allows you to create on one phone, in effect, a second smartphone with separate apps, photos and accounts. This is ideal for separating work and personal life, or for handing over the phone to children without the risk that they will get to your personal correspondence. → Second space.

• 🔒 Hiding apps: In the app menu, pinch with two fingers (as in zooming out) to open the hidden folder.
• 🛡️ Payment protection: When you run banking applications, the system automatically checks the security of the environment, blocking screenshots and access of third-party programs.
• 📱 In your pocket mode: Make sure it’s on so the screen doesn’t react to touches when the phone is in your bag.

Don’t forget to keep up with regular system updates. Xiaomi often releases security and optimization patches that aren’t immediately visible but are important for stability. Set up automatic updates at night to always have the latest version of the software.

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Regular firmware updates are not only new features, but also critical fixes for security vulnerabilities that block hackers from accessing your data.

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