How to Install and Set Up Notification Curtain on Xiaomi: The Complete Guide

The notification curtain on Xiaomi smartphones is not just a quick access panel, but a powerful device management tool, displaying important alerts, fast network settings, brightness or sound are all available in one swipe, but many users face problems: The curtain doesn't go down, the switches are missing, or the notifications aren't shown. In this article, we're going to look at not only the standard settings, but the hidden functions. MIUI, To help make the notifications as convenient as possible.

Xiaomi firmware features frequent interface updates. MIUI 12 on MIUI 14/15, You may have noticed that the layout of the elements in the curtain has changed, and some functions are now hidden in the submenu, and we have taken into account all the nuances and prepared the current instructions for all modern versions of the firmware. You will also learn how to return an old curtain if you don’t like the new one, and what to do if notifications are lost or duplicated.

What is a notification curtain on Xiaomi and why set it up

The notification curtain (or notification bar) is a drop-down menu that is swiped from top to bottom across the screen. MIUI It's split in two:

• 📱 Left-hand side – notifications from applications (messages, missed calls, system alerts).
• ⚙️ Right side – quick settings panel (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, flashlight, etc.).

By default, the curtain is automatically set up, but you can adapt it to your needs.

• 🔄 Change the order of the switches in the Quick Settings panel.
• 📵 Hide unnecessary notifications from system applications.
• 🌓 Set up the display of notifications in the mode Do not disturb.
• 🔒 Block access to the curtain on the lock screen (for security).

Without the right setup, the curtain can turn into chaos: important notifications are lost among ads, and the right switches have to be searched for for a long time. This is especially true for users who are actively using Xiaomi smart devices (for example, Mi Band or Mi Home), their alerts are often duplicated or displayed incorrectly.

How to open the notification curtain on Xiaomi: basic gestures

Depending on the Xiaomi model and version MIUI The way you open the curtains may be different:

📱 Smartphones with a physical home button (old models):

• 👆 Swipe from top to bottom with one finger – opens the notification panel.
• 👆 Swipe from top to bottom with two fingers – opens the Quick Settings panel.

📱 Smartphones with gesture control (without buttons):

• 👆 Swipe from top to bottom on the right edge of the screen - Quick Settings Panel.
• 👆 Swipe top-down on left edge - notifications.
• 👆 Swipe from top to bottom in the center – opens the search (in some versions) MIUI 14+).

If the curtain does not open, check:

1. Is the left-handed mode activated (changes the sides of swipes).
2. Is there any third-party software that blocks gestures (for example, launchers like Nova Launcher) installed?
3. Is Full-screen mode enabled in games or applications (can block swipes).

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If you have a Xiaomi Redmi Note 10/11/12 or POCO X3/X4, Try a swipe with a slight delay - sometimes the sensor does not have time to recognize fast movement.

Step-by-step setting up the Quick Settings panel

The Quick Settings Panel (right side of the curtain) is your smartphone control panel, where you can add or remove switches, change their order, and even hide unnecessary elements.

🔧 Step 1: Opening the editing menu

1. Lower the notification curtain (swipe top-down twice if it doesn’t open completely).
2. Click on the icon. ✏️ "Edit" (located in the lower right corner of the Quick Settings panel).

🔧 Step 2: Adding and removing switches

• 📌 At the top of the screen you will see active switches (the ones that appear in the curtain).
• 📌 In the lower part - inactive (available for addition).
• 🔄 To add a switch, drag it from the bottom block to the top.
• ❌ To remove, drag from the top block to the bottom.

🔧 Step 3: Change of order

Press the switch icon in the top block and drag it to the right place. MIUI 14+ You can not place more than 12 switches in one row – the system automatically transfers the extra to the second page of the curtains.

🔧 Step 4: Hidden functions

• 🔍 Press and hold the switch icon (such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth) – a quick action menu will open (such as network or device selection).
• 📱 In some versions MIUI You can add switches for Xiaomi smart devices (for example, Mi Home or Mi Band).

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Setting Up Notifications: How to Filter Unnecessary Alerts

By default. MIUI It shows notifications from all applications, including system ones, and it fills the curtain with unnecessary information:

📵 Step 1: Disabling notifications for individual applications

1. Go to Settings → Notifications and Status bar → Notification management.
2. Select the app from the list.
3. Turn off the Allow notifications switch or set priority (e.g., Important or Normal).

📵 Step 2: Set up notification channels

Some apps (such as WhatsApp or Telegram) have multiple notification channels (such as messages, groups, calls) and can be configured separately:

1. In the notification management menu, select the app.
2. Slip on the notification channels.
3. Turn off unnecessary channels or change their priority.

📵 Step 3: Hidden Notification Functions

• 🔍 V MIUI 14+ You can configure the grouping of notifications by application (included in Settings) → Notifications → Grouping of notifications).
• 📵 Notifications from Xiaomi system applications (such as Mi Video or Mi Music) can be turned off completely, but this can affect the operation of services.
• 🔒 In Do Not Disturb mode, you can allow notifications from individual contacts or applications (configured in Settings). → Don't disturb. → Exceptions).

Notification curtain problems and their solutions

If the notification curtain doesn't open, it doesn't lag, or it doesn't display correctly, there are different reasons.

⚠️ Problem 1: The curtain does not go down or opens with only a few attempts

• 🔄 Solution: Reboot your smartphone. If the problem persists, check if you have set third-party gesture settings (for example, in Nova Launcher or Fluid). NG).
• 🔧 Solution: Reset gesture settings: Settings → System system → Gestures → Reset the settings.

⚠️ Problem 2: Notifications are not shown or are missing

• 📵 Solution: Check if Do Not Disturb or Battery Savings is enabled (it can block background application activity).
• 🔧 Solution: For individual applications (such as Telegram or Viber) enable auto-run: Settings → Annexes → Application management → Auto-start.

⚠️ Problem 3: The curtain opens on its own

• 🤖 Solution: This could be caused by a failure in the proximity sensor or gestures, and check if the cover or film is disturbing.
• 🛠️ Solution: Turn off gestures in games: Settings → Special facilities → Gestures in games.

⚠️ Note: If after the update MIUI The curtain is unstable, so try to clear the cache of the system applications. → Annexes → Application management → Three dots (menu) → Show system-based → System UI and click Clear cache. Don't clear the data, it can reset the interface settings!

Hidden Notification Curtain Chips on Xiaomi

Many users do not know that the notification curtain in the MIUI It hides useful functions that can be activated:

🔍 1. Quick access to the application settings

If you keep your finger on a notification from an app (like WhatsApp), a menu will appear with options: Disable notifications, Notification Settings, or App Information.

🔍 2. “Notifications only” regime"

In some versions MIUI You can hide the Quick Settings panel, just leave notifications:

1. Put the curtain down and tap on ✏️ "Edit".
2. In the upper right corner, click on ⋮ → Settings of the notification panel.
3. Activate the Notifications Only option.

🔍 3. Quick switching between SIM-map

If you have a smartphone with two SIM-cards (for example, Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro)+), In the curtain, you can quickly change the active SIM for phone calls or mobile Internet:

• Lower the curtain and hold the icon. 📶 Mobile data.
• Choose the right one. SIM-map.

🔍 4. Hidden mode "Super wallpaper"

V MIUI 12.5+ When you lower the curtain on the home screen with super wallpaper (such as Mars or Earth), the wallpaper animation continues. To make it work, turn on the option in Settings. → Wallpaper. → Super wallpaper. → Animation when lowering the curtain.

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If you use Xiaomi smart devices frequently (such as Mi Band 7 or Mi Robot Vacuum), add their widgets to the curtain via Settings. → Notifications → Notification widgets, which will allow you to quickly manage your gadgets without running apps.

How to return the old notification curtain on new versions MIUI

Many users are unhappy with the changes in the notification curtain after updating to MIUI 13/14/15. Main claims:

• 📉 Disappeared charging progress in percentage.
• 🔄 The location of the switches has changed.
• 🎨 The design has become less contrasting.

Unfortunately, Xiaomi does not provide an official rollback option, but there are workarounds:

🔙 Method 1: Installation of an alternative launcher

Some launchers (such as HyperOS Launcher or POCO Launcher allows you to bring back the old curtain style:

1. Download the launcher from Google Play.
2. Set it as a default launcher.
3. In the launcher settings, select a theme that simulates MIUI 12.

🔙 Method 2: Use themes from the Mi Theme Store

Some topics (e.g, MIUI 12 Classic or Old Style Notification visually returns the old curtain:

1. Open the Topics (the default app).
2. In the search, enter MIUI 12 or Old Notification.
3. Download and apply the topic.

🔙 Method 3: Firmware rollback (for advanced users)

⚠️ Note: Firmware rollback can lead to data loss and warranty cancellation.This method is recommended only for experienced users. → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

If you are prepared for risk, follow the instructions:

1. Download the desired version of MIUI from the official Xiaomi website.
2. Go to Settings. → The phone. → Version. MIUI and tap 7 times on the version to activate the developer mode.
3. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable OEM Unlock.
4. Use the Mi Flash Tool to run the old version (the instructions for each model are individual!).

FAQ: Frequent Questions About Notification Curtain on Xiaomi